🔑 Key Takeaways

• Life Sentence: 25-year-old Hassan Jhangur has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 26 years, for the murder of Chris Marriott, a 46-year-old father-of-two hailed as a “Good Samaritan.”
• Deadly Family Feud: The crime unfolded during a violent family dispute after a wedding in Sheffield’s Burngreave area on December 27, 2023, when Jhangur drove into a crowd, killing Marriott as he aided an injured woman.
• Complicity and Consequences: Jhangur’s father, Mohammed, received a suspended sentence for hiding the murder weapon, highlighting the complex family dynamics behind the case.
• Ripple Effects: The tragedy devastated multiple families and reignited debates about rage-fueled violence, sentencing, and the price of impulsive decisions.

🕊️ The Tragic Day in Sheffield

What was meant to be a day of celebration turned into a nightmare of violence in the quiet streets of Burngreave, Sheffield. On December 27, 2023, 25-year-old Hassan Jhangur rammed his blue Seat Ibiza into a group of people gathered outside the Khan family home, killing Chris Marriott, a bystander who had stopped to help an unconscious woman — Jhangur’s own sister, Nafeesa.

The violent chain of events began with a heated wedding feud between the Jhangur and Khan families. The wedding — between Amaani Jhangur and Hasan Khan — had already caused tension, as Amaani’s mother Ambreen disapproved of the union. When Ambreen and Nafeesa confronted the Khans and dumped Amaani’s belongings outside their home, a fight broke out, leaving Nafeesa unconscious.

As witnesses rushed to help — including Marriott and local midwife Alison Norris — Hassan sped from his home after being told of the altercation. In what prosecutors described as “hot-headed and wanton violence,” he accelerated into the group, killing Marriott instantly and injuring several others. Moments later, he stabbed Hasan Khan multiple times before being restrained.

⚖️ The Courtroom Verdict

At Sheffield Crown Court on November 6, 2025, Mr Justice Morris sentenced Hassan Jhangur to life imprisonment, setting a 26-year minimum term before eligibility for parole.

In his statement, Justice Morris condemned the act as “a deliberate and senseless display of violence” that caused irreversible damage to all involved.

Meanwhile, Hassan’s father Mohammed Jhangur, who arrived shortly after the attack and hid the knife in his taxi, received a six-month suspended sentence and 150 hours of unpaid work for perverting the course of justice.

The verdict followed a long and complex trial, bolstered by CCTV footage, eyewitness testimony, and forensic evidence. The jury convicted Hassan on multiple counts — including murder, grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, and wounding with intent.

💔 Remembering Chris Marriott

Chris Marriott was more than a victim — he was a devoted husband, father, and compassionate community member. His widow, Bryony Marriott, described him as “a genuine, kind, and loving man of faith” who died trying to help others.

Her victim impact statement moved the courtroom, detailing the profound grief and trauma left behind for her and their two sons. “Chris’s death will affect us for the rest of our lives,” she said.

Marriott’s selfless act — stopping to assist a stranger — has since been celebrated across social media and local communities as an example of true heroism in the face of chaos.

🧾 Timeline of Events

🔍 Broader Implications

The Hassan Jhangur case raises key questions about:

• Family mediation and how unresolved conflicts can spiral into tragedy.
• Transferred intent in murder trials — when violence aimed at one person harms another.
• Community safety and the risks faced by Good Samaritans who intervene in volatile situations.

Public reactions online, especially on X (formerly Twitter), reflected both grief and outrage. Many called for harsher penalties for reckless violence, while others stressed the need for mental health and anger management interventions in family disputes.

🕯️ Final Thoughts

The murder of Chris Marriott remains one of Sheffield’s most shocking post-Christmas tragedies — a story of rage, compassion, and irreversible loss. While justice has been served, the case stands as a haunting reminder of how quickly moments of anger can destroy lives.

Marriott’s legacy endures as a symbol of humanity — a man who, even in his final moments, chose to help others.