Man jailed for knife attack on woman in Brighton
David Keville will serve two years behind bars
A man from Brighton has been jailed for attacking a woman with a knife in the city last year.
David Keville, 56, of Baden Road, was arrested by officers from Sussex Police's Tactical Firearms Unit on September 26.
Keville, who also used the last name Alexander, was charged with wounding with intent but found not guilty at Chichester Crown Court, instead being found guilty of wounding without intent.
He also pleaded guilty to production of a class B drug after a quantity of cannabis was found by officers.
He was sentenced tow two years in prison for the assault and faced no separate penalty for the drug offence.
Detective Constable Beth Griffiths, investigating, said: “This incident left the victim in fear for her life.
“This case demonstrates the rapid response of our frontline officers, and the courage of the neighbour who went to help the victim.
“They were all given commendations by the court for their bravery and compassion.
“The outcome of this case also shows the dedicated work of our team to secure justice for the victim and to ensure a dangerous offender was taken off our streets to keep our community safe.”