Thug found guilty of GBH after biting off part of man’s ear then claiming he was trying to help
A thug who claimed he tried to stop an attack in a friend’s flat was today found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm after biting part of another man’s ear off.
David Craig Burnie, 31, of no fixed address, but who used to live on Anglesey, said he was trying to help by pulling another man away from the victim.
The jury had previously heard Elfed Richard Jones, also arrested after the incident following a night out in Bangor, admitted a charge of wounding.
Speaking after today’s verdict, investigating officer DC Saran Henderson said: “We welcome the conviction handed down today at Caernarfon Crown Court.
“This was an unprovoked attack on a defenceless victim by two thugs, resulting in Burnie biting off part of the victim’s ear – a truly disgusting barbaric act, for which Burnie has shown no remorse.
“I am grateful to our local Crown Prosecution Service and prosecuting counsel for their support throughout this case.
“North west Wales remains one of the safest places in the United Kingdom, and our commitment to our community is clear – we will relentlessly pursue those who cause serious harm in our community, irrespective of the offence – there is no hiding place.”
Both men will be sentenced at a later date.
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