Man Jailed for 9 Years, Repeatedly Stabbed Taxi Driver, Who Give him Lift for Free in Daventry

Suraj Roman, 38, of Craven Road in Rugby, attacked the driver - who agreed to give him a lift for free - five years ago and fled the country after the assault.

Suraj Roman was arrested at Luton Airport in 2015 when returning to the UK and went on trial at Northampton Crown Court.

In September 2013, Roman had cold-called the victim at his home having noticed his taxi parked outside.

Initially, the victim had refused to give Roman a lift because he had admitted not having any money to pay for the fare.

Roman returned to the victim’s home and convinced his mum to persuade the victim to offer the lift without payment.

The victim agreed and drove Roman 19 miles from Coventry to Berryfields Farm off the A45, between Braunston and Daventry.

It was at this point that Roman withdrew a screwdriver he had on him and started attacking the victim to the head.

The victim fled the car, followed by Roman, who tackled him and continued a vicious attack.

The victim eventually managed to escape and flag down a passing motorist who alerted police.

Officers later discovered that Roman had fled the country, but in 2015 he was arrested at Luton Airport.

He was found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm and sentenced to nine years imprisonment.