Thug who stamped on victim's head five times in brutal attack is jailed
Thug Liam Stapleton left his victim with severe facial injuries
A thug who repeatedly punched his victim in the face before stamping on his head has been jailed over the vicious attack.
Liam Stapleton rpunched his victim in the head causing him to fall to the floor before stamping on his head five times, causing severe facial injuries.
Stapleton fled the scene prior to the arrival of emergency services but was later arrested by officers and charged withwounding with intent.
He pleaded not guilty, resulting in a trial at Sheffield Crown Court in April 2026, and was found guilty of the lesser charge of wounding or inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent.
Last Friday June 26), Stapleton, 48, of no fixed abode, was jailed for three years at the same court during a sentencing hearing.
Detective Sergeant Joshua Heath, who was the officer in charge of the case, said: "Officers were faced with a chaotic scene upon arrival, with response and armed officers working together to secure the scene, support the victim and witnesses and establish lines of enquiry to find Stapleton.
"A thorough investigation by Doncaster's Reactive CID team sourced Stapleton's location, leading to his arrest and him being brought before the courts to face punishment for what he had done.
"Stapleton's actions were extremely violent and left the victim with a catalogue of severe injuries.
"I am glad a jury saw through Stapleton's lies and I am pleased he has been given a custodial sentence.
"I hope this sentence brings some closure and reassurance to the victim and shows the public our commitment to seeking prosecutions against violent offenders in South Yorkshire."