2010: Yarmouth woman jailed for stab attack

2010: YARMOUTH WOMAN JAILED FOR STAB ATTACK

Mrs Bell, 25, was yesterday jailed for four-and-a-half years after admitting wounding with intent following the attack in April.

Prosecutor Jonathan Seely told the court that Mrs Bell had arrived home late in the evening and an argument over the state of the flat began.

Mr Seely said: “When police and paramedics arrived, she turned to her husband and said, 'Look at me honey - it's nobody's fault is it?' before breaking down in tears.

It was not until later that the victim gave a more accurate picture to the police.” Mrs Bell's actions culminated in a knife attack on her husband, Kieron Bell, who needed emergency surgery after she plunged a steak knife into his chest, missing his heart by about an inch.

Doctors described his chances of survival as 50/50.

After the incident, police stated that although domestic violence mainly involves female victims, one in six men will also be affected.

Kieron Bell, 34, spoke about his experience, stating he had been forced to contact police multiple times over their volatile three-year relationship.

He initially hesitated to seek help fearing judgment as a man but praised police and support from friends and family.

He now has an 11-inch scar and suffers flashbacks, but feels positive about rebuilding his life.

Mrs Bell was sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison for wounding with intent.

Judge Paul Downes said the seriousness of the attack meant it could have been attempted murder or murder.

Det Insp Paul Garrard from Norfolk police emphasized the importance of reporting domestic abuse regardless of gender, highlighting their commitment and specialized investigation unit.