In a disturbing turn of events, a British man who underwent a life-threatening assault resulting in the removal of half his skull expressed his disgust as his attacker was released from prison after serving a mere four months.
Braden Stromberg, 27, endured a brutal and unprovoked assault by Kyle Stephenson, 32, in Derbyshire, England, in May 2022.
The vicious punch caused Stromberg to fall and hit his head, leading to severe brain swelling. In a race against time, doctors performed an emergency three-hour operation to save his life, which involved removing the right side of his skull.
After spending 15 days in an induced coma, Stromberg made a miraculous recovery, but the traumatic incident has left lasting physical and emotional scars.
Stephenson faced charges of grievous bodily harm and was ultimately sentenced to one year and ten-and-a-half months in prison.
However, to Stromberg’s dismay, his attacker is now being released after serving only four months behind bars.
Feeling robbed of justice, Stromberg shared his disappointment, stating that four months is an insufficient period for proper punishment.
He voiced his frustration, asserting that the attacker nearly took his life and now walks free without remorse.
Stromberg, who had no prior connection to Stephenson, was ambushed while walking to the shops with his girlfriend on a spring afternoon.
The unprovoked attack not only resulted in physical trauma but also instilled a constant fear of further injury. Stromberg now awaits further surgery to reconstruct his skull using a titanium plate.
The news of Stephenson’s impending release has dealt an emotional setback to Stromberg, who now lives in constant apprehension of potential head injuries. He is forced to wear a protective helmet whenever he leaves the house, fearful that a simple fall or knock could prove fatal.
The Ministry of Justice confirmed Stephenson’s release, stating that he will be subject to a curfew and required to wear an electronic tag. Despite the potential restrictions, Stromberg feels that the consequences are insufficient compared to the life-altering impact he continues to endure.
While focusing on his remarkable survival, Stromberg remains grateful to the medical professionals who saved him.
He looks forward to his upcoming surgery, hoping it will pave the way for further progress in his recovery.
Despite the challenges, he acknowledges his fortune in not waking up paralyzed or in a vegetative state, though he is acutely aware of the vulnerability of his unprotected brain.
As Braden Stromberg strives to rebuild his life, he hopes that justice will be truly served, and the trauma he experienced will not be in vain.
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