Wedding Brawl Turns deadly: Man Sentenced to 26 Years for ‘Good Samaritan’ Murder
A man who deliberately drove into a wedding brawl, killing a man who intervened to help others, has been sentenced to 26 years in prison.hassan Jhangur, 25, was convicted of murdering Chris Marriott, 46, after using his car as a weapon at a wedding reception in Sheffield, England, on December 27, 2023.
The tragic incident unfolded after a dispute between two families at Jhangur’s sister’s wedding. Initial reports indicate Jhangur first targeted Riasat Khan, the father of his new brother-in-law, driving into him before then crashing into a group of four people, including Mr. Marriott.
Mr. Marriott, described as a “Good Samaritan,” had stopped to assist one of Jhangur’s sisters who was unconscious in the road in the Burngreave area of Sheffield. An off-duty midwife,Alison Norris,and Jhangur’s mother and sister were also injured during the chaotic scene,Sheffield Crown Court heard in July.
Following the initial car attack, Jhangur exited the vehicle and stabbed his new brother-in-law, Hasan Khan, multiple times in the head and chest. According to court testimony, Jhangur later told police, “That’s why you don’t mess with the Jhangurs.”
The conviction comes after a previous jury failed to reach a verdict a year prior. Jhangur was also found guilty of wounding his brother-in-law with intent, but acquitted of attempted murder. He further faced and was convicted on four charges of grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, relating to Alison Norris, Ambreen Jhangur, Nafeesa Jhangur, and Riasat Khan.
Delivering the sentence, the judge described Jhangur’s actions as “a deliberate and senseless act of hot-headed and wanton violence resulting in the tragic death of Chris Marriott and life-changing consequences for many others.”
During the sentencing, Mr. Marriott’s widow,Bryony Marriott,delivered a moving statement,wiping away tears as she spoke of her husband. “chris was genuine, kind and loving,” she said. “He was reliable, trustworthy, affectionate and gentle.” She continued, “Chris was someone people felt pleasant and safe with, and was great at being a friend. Chris was a man of faith, and his love for God and for people shone through in what he devoted his time to. He had a compassionate heart and loved helping, supporting and empowering others.”
The case highlights the devastating consequences of escalating violence and the tragic loss of life when disputes spiral out of control.
