Man Jailed 14 Years for Stabbing Dad in Front of Baby at Chislehurst War Memorial
A brutal stabbing at Chislehurst War Memorial has landed Fatih Hassan behind bars for 14 years. The 31-year-old from Orpington viciously attacked a father in front of his eight-month-old child during what should have been a routine child handover.
Daytime Attack Shocks Locals
On June 8, 2024, Mekseb Eyobraya arrived at 3pm to meet his ex-partner and pick up their baby son. Hassan, who was casually seeing the child’s mother, insisted on coming along. There was no known bad blood between Hassan and Mekseb.
- Hassan suddenly demanded Mekseb’s phone number, clearly trying to stir trouble.
- Tensions flared, pushing and shoving broke out, and the situation quickly spiralled.
Knife Violence Erupts in Public
Prosecutor Michael Polak detailed the horrifying scene:
“When she, the child, and the defendant arrived, the defendant walked out in front of her towards the victim.”
“He then demanded Mekseb’s phone number, we say in an attempt to create tension between them. Pushing and shoving took place, which then turned into a fight.”
Hassan pulled a 4–5 inch knife and stabbed Mekseb repeatedly:
- Two deep stab wounds to the thigh
- A serious stab wound to the back puncturing his lung
Off-Duty Cop Heroically Steps In
After the attack, Hassan fled, leaving Mekseb bleeding and struggling to breathe. An off-duty police officer who witnessed the assault jumped into action, delivering life-saving first aid until paramedics arrived.
- Mekseb was rushed to hospital with severe blood loss and a punctured lung.
- His condition quickly worsened but he survived following emergency treatment.
- He was discharged a week later, but the trauma lingers.
Victim Breaks Silence: “My Life Has Been Miserable”
“It’s really difficult to explain the suffering and psychological trauma I’ve been going through,” Mekseb revealed.
“I’ve been suffering nightmares nearly every single day and struggle to sleep. I’m no longer working, and my life has been miserable.”
Convicted Stabber Caught Lying
Hassan handed himself in two hours after the attack but tried to pin the stabbing on Mekseb, claiming he self-inflicted the wounds while holding the knife.
Witness testimony from the off-duty officer smashed Hassan’s lies, confirming he was the attacker.
Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict
Hassan was found guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent after a trial at Inner London Crown Court.
Judge Slams “Wholly Unprovoked” Knife Attack
Judge Noel Lucas KC condemned the assault:
“Wholly unprovoked and wholly unnecessary.”
“Had the femoral artery been severed, he would have bled out and died in a very short time.”
The judge highlighted Hassan’s lack of remorse and ongoing dishonesty throughout the trial.
Extended Sentence Reflects Serious Risk
Because Hassan poses a continued risk to the public, the court handed down a 14-year extended sentence:
- 10 years in prison
- 4 years on licence after release
Final Word
This dramatic case shines a harsh light on the dangers of knife crime and its devastating impact on victims and families. Authorities vow to keep up the pressure on violent offenders.
Stay tuned for updates on this and other serious crime cases.
