Swansea Street Brawl: Families Wield Nail-Studded Planks in Vigilante Clash
A shocking vigilante incident unfolded in the Ravenhill suburb of Swansea, where a street fight broke out between families armed with studded planks, metal poles, and other weapons, resulting in multiple prison sentences. The violence, captured on CCTV and mobile phone footage, stemmed from a neighbour dispute that escalated into large-scale public disorder.
Origins of the Conflict
The court heard that the conflict began when brothers Adam Miller, 34, and Kristian Thomas, 39, suspected Corey Jenkins of involvement in drug dealing. In response, the brothers grabbed golf clubs and attacked the Jenkins family home, smashing downstairs windows. They then fled to the nearby residence of a relative, David Dallimore. However, the Jenkins family tracked them down, leading to a violent confrontation in the street.
Weapons and Violence
Four members of the Jenkins family—Paul, 64, Christopher, 45, Corey, 23, and Lisa, 45—armed themselves with an array of weapons. Corey Jenkins brandished a plank of wood studded with nails and a metal pole, while Paul carried a hammer, and Christopher and Lisa wielded sticks. During the brawl, Thomas struck a neighbour, Kirsty Choi, on the head with a metal pole as she attended to a Jenkins family member lying on the ground.
Legal Outcomes and Sentencing
The Jenkins family, all residents of Ravenhill, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and possession of offensive weapons. Paul and Christopher Jenkins, who have previous convictions, each received 18-month prison sentences. Corey Jenkins was sentenced to 22 months in prison, while Lisa Jenkins received an 18-month suspended sentence, 250 hours of unpaid community work, and a two-month nightly curfew. Kristian Thomas, described as having an extensive criminal record, was convicted of unlawful wounding for attacking Miss Choi and received a 26-month custodial sentence. Adam Miller was sentenced to nine months in prison for criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon. Both men were cleared of violent disorder, as was David Dallimore.
Judge's Remarks
Judge Catherine Richards stated that Miller and Thomas instigated the incident by taking the law into their own hands and attacking the Jenkins home. She noted that the Jenkins family subsequently engaged in vigilantism, showing no regard for the community's safety or the fear caused to residents. The case highlights the dangers of vigilante justice and its impact on public order.
