Man Left with Car Crash-Like Fractures After Alleged Assault: Trial Reveals Shocking Injuries
A trial in the Royal Court has unveiled shocking injuries sustained by a man who was allegedly assaulted and robbed in the center of town. The victim was left with fractures similar to those caused by a car crash, according to forensic medical examiner Dr Deryn Evans.
During her testimony, Dr Evans described multiple abrasions and bruises on the alleged victim’s head, shoulders, back, upper arms, and knees, consistent with being punched or dragged on the ground. However, she also mentioned that the collarbone had sustained comminuted fractures, which are typically caused by significant trauma, such as a road-traffic collision. Dr Evans noted that it is uncommon to see these fractures from a simple fall or trip, stating, I think a punch is unlikely to break a bone.
CCTV footage of the incident was shown in court, revealing two men involved in the attack. While one attacker has been identified as Addison Thomas Mazurke, 36-year-old Mark Christopher James Goodchild denies being the other assailant. However, a former States police officer, Christopher Le Sueur, testified that he recognized Mr. Goodchild in the footage, as they had attended primary school together and interacted during Le Sueur’s time in the police force. Advocate Chris Baglin, defending Mr. Goodchild, questioned Le Sueur’s expertise in identifying individuals based on their gait, to which he responded that he did not possess specialized knowledge in that area.
In a police interview read out by DC Caroline Foord, Mr. Mazurke initially denied the assault and claimed not to know Mr. Goodchild. However, an interesting detail emerged when it was revealed that Mr. Mazurke’s mobile phone contained a video of the alleged victim lying on the ground, apparently conscious, while two people laughed. Yet, Mr. Mazurke stated during the interview that he did not know who recorded the video.
The trial continues as the defendants face charges of grave and criminal assault, as well as theft. Mr. Mazurke had previously pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of common assault during an earlier hearing.
This case highlights the severity of the alleged assault, with the victim suffering fractures comparable to those seen in car crashes. As the trial proceeds, further evidence and testimonies will determine the truth behind the incident and the involvement of the accused individuals.
