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A 17-year-old cyclist was horrifically attacked in Leicester last June when a group, led by Muhammed Suleman, robbed him—forcing him to surrender his bike. When he resisted, Suleman slashed his hand with a machete, leaving a life-altering injury. CCTV helped police nab Suleman and his crew within minutes; he was found with the weapon and cocaine. Facing multiple charges—including grievous bodily harm—he pleaded guilty. The victim, now living with chronic pain, anxiety, and fear, dropped out of college. While awaiting sentencing, Suleman committed further crimes, landing another conviction for drug dealing. At 20, he stood before the court again, where the judge acknowledged his youth as a factor but stressed the irreversible damage caused. He received a four-year-and-two-month sentence, starting in youth custody before transferring to prison at age 22.

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