Key Highlights
- Hassan Jhangur, 25, was jailed for life with a minimum term of 26 years after murdering Chris Marriott during a wedding brawl.
- Mr. Marriott, 46, was helping Nafessa Jhangur when he was driven over by Jhangur’s Seat Ibiza.
- Jhangur also stabbed his new brother-in-law, Hasan Khan, multiple times and hit three others with his car during the incident on December 27, 2023.
A Tragic Incident Unfolds During a Sheffield Wedding Reception
Hassan Jhangur, 25, has been jailed for life after a series of tragic events unfolded at his sister’s wedding reception in the Burngreave area of Sheffield. The court heard that on December 27, 2023, Jhangur arrived at the event to find his family embroiled in a heated altercation with the groom’s family.
Family Dispute Escalates into Tragedy
The incident began when Jhangur hit Riasat Khan, the father of the rival Khan family, who was standing on the street. The car then struck four more people – Nafessa Jhangur, Ambreen Jhangur, Alison Norris, and Chris Marriott, 46, a devout Christian out for a post-Christmas walk with his family.
Christ’s Lasting Impact
Mr. Marriott was known to be a “Good Samaritan” who had stopped to help Nafessa Jhangur after she lay in the road injured during the fight. The court heard that Jhangur’s arrival and actions led to a fatal outcome, as Mr. Marriott died from his injuries.
Further Violence Unfolds
Jhangur got out of his Seat Ibiza while it was still running and attacked his new brother-in-law, Hasan Khan, by stabbing him multiple times with a concealed knife he had brought to the scene. The defendant later told police: “That’s why you don’t mess with the Jhangurs.”
Legal Proceedings and Verdict
Hassan Jhangur was found guilty of murdering Mr. Marriott, while he was cleared of attempting to murder Hasan Khan but convicted of wounding him. He was also found guilty of four charges of causing grievous bodily harm with intent to Ambreen Jhangur, Nafeesa Jhangur, Ms Norris, and Riasat Khan.
Father’s Role in Concealment
Mohammed Jhangur, 57, was found guilty of perverting the course of justice by concealing a knife he had used during the incident. The case highlighted the complexities of family disputes turning violent and the tragic consequences that can follow.
The court’s sentence reflects the severity of the crimes committed: life imprisonment with a minimum term of 26 years for Jhangur, along with a fine for his father’s role in concealing evidence.
