A man viciously attacked his former best friend and left him with a bleed on the brain after becoming enraged at a text message.
Kieran Richardson, 27, punched the man in the back of the head before kicking and stamping on him as he lay on the floor after becoming aware of a text conversation between his ex-girlfriend and the victim. The attack left the man with injuries including bleeding on the brain and a skull fracture. His lasting physical issues mean he may not be able to work for up to five years.
Richardson, of Kirkstone Place, Newton Aycliffe, appeared at Durham Crown Court on Tuesday to be sentenced for causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He pleaded guilty to the charge at the hearing.
