Monster Stabs Mum in Front of Kids, Flees to France—Jailed for 25 Years After Global Manhunt

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A man who brutally attacked a woman in front of her children has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after being convicted of attempted murder. The sentence was handed down at the Old Bailey on Friday, August 2, concluding a complex investigation that spanned multiple countries and involved extensive collaboration between international law enforcement agencies.

The harrowing incident took place on April 29, 2023, when emergency services were called to an address in Camden, North London, following reports that a woman had been repeatedly stabbed. The victim, who was known to the attacker, suffered multiple stab wounds in what the police described as an unprovoked and vicious assault. The attack occurred in the presence of the woman's young children, who demonstrated extraordinary bravery by immediately calling for help and providing critical care to their mother until paramedics arrived on the scene.

Thanks to the rapid response of the London Ambulance Service, Air Ambulance paramedics, and the expertise of the medical team at the hospital, the victim survived the assault. However, the physical and emotional trauma she endured will likely require a prolonged period of recovery.

The attacker, identified as 24-year-old Bodrul Alam of Orde Hall Street, Bloomsbury, fled the UK immediately after the assault, prompting an intensive manhunt. Specialist detectives from the Camden and Islington Community Safety Unit, working closely with international partners, quickly identified Alam as the prime suspect. After a thorough and determined search, Alam was located and arrested near Versailles, France, on July 19, 2023, 81 days after the attack. He was subsequently extradited to the UK on August 3, 2023, to face charges.

Alam was charged with attempted murder and, following his extradition, appeared in court to stand trial. The trial, which took place at the Old Bailey, culminated in a guilty verdict on May 31. The gravity of Alam's crime, particularly the fact that it was committed in front of the victim’s children, was a significant factor in the court's decision to impose a lengthy sentence.

Detective Constable Olli Meek, who led the investigation, commended the swift and coordinated efforts of all emergency responders involved in the case and highlighted the crucial role of international cooperation in bringing Alam to justice. Detective Sergeant Julian Bates, another key figure in the investigation, praised the victim's remarkable courage and resilience, noting that her children played a pivotal role in saving her life during those critical moments following the attack.

In the wake of Alam's sentencing, Detective Chief Inspector Steven Tod of Central North Command issued a statement underscoring the police’s commitment to pursuing justice for victims of violent crime, particularly those involving violence against women and girls. He expressed hope that Alam's lengthy prison sentence would provide some measure of relief to the victim and her family as they continue to recover from this traumatic ordeal.

Detective Inspector Craig Mascall also emphasized the broader implications of the case, stating that Alam’s sentence sends a clear and unequivocal message that domestic violence will not be tolerated. He commended the victim’s children for their life-saving actions and reiterated the police's dedication to protecting women from violence and bringing dangerous offenders like Alam to justice.

Alam’s 25-year sentence serves as a powerful reminder of the serious consequences of violent crime and the relentless pursuit by law enforcement to ensure that perpetrators are held accountable, regardless of the lengths they go to evade capture. This case stands as a testament to the strength and resilience of victims and their families, and the unwavering commitment of the police to safeguard public safety.

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