Barber jailed after attacking a person with scissors

A barber has been convicted after attacking a man with scissors in Brighton.

On November 29, 2022, Adam Pirot, 20, of Roedean Road in Brighton was working in a barbers in Preston Street, Brighton when he launched an attack on a person with scissors following a disagreement.

Pirot followed the 24-year-old victim out of the shop armed with the weapon before repeatedly stabbing and slashing him, causing serious injuries including a collapsed lung.

Following searches of addresses linked to the suspect, evidence was located linking Pirot to the crime, and he was arrested on December 8, 2022 on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.

He was bailed with strict conditions pending further enquiries and forensic testing.

Pirot was charged on June 6, 2023 with grievous bodily harm with intent bailed ahead of his next hearing.

On June 4, 2024, Pirot was found guilty following a trial at Brighton Crown Court.

He was sentenced on January 17 at Lewes Crown Court to 5 years behind bars.

Detective Constable Jack Page said:

"The injuries sustained were very serious, and the outcome could have been much worse had treatment not been sought promptly.

"We are pleased with the outcome, and that a man capable of such a violent assault has been removed from the community, making it a safer place as a result."