Knife Dispute Turns Violent | Leeds News

Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

Fifty-eight-year-old John Davies got a fourteen-and-a-half-year sentence after a violent confrontation with police in Winson Green—where he allegedly threw boiling water on an officer, punched another, and denied possessing a knife during a heated argument. The female officer suffered severe burns, and Davies later pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including assaulting officers and resisting arrest. The sentence, including a four-year license extension, has sparked debate about justice and the toll on those who serve. One officer is still recovering, while Davies is now behind bars. Listen…