Willesden knifeman faces lengthy jail term

A knifeman who plunged a blade into the stomach of an acquaintance during a violent assault is facing a lengthy jail sentence.

Rionne Hunte, 23, of no fixed abode, repeatedly stabbed the 29-year-old man in the bedroom of a property in Willesden.

The horrific attack happened at 4.15am on July 11 this year, after the victim had been out drinking with his friends.

On the way home he visited another friend in Brenthurst Road, Willesden, but was stabbed by Hunte when he walked into one of the rooms.

After the attack Hunte demanded the victim's ring and mobile phone before running off.

Hunte was arrested for attempted murder but at the Old Bailey last week pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm with intent. He will be sentenced on December 5.

DC Karen Beck, of Brent CID, said: "This was an extremely violent assault. The level of violence used against the victim left him with life- threatening injuries. We are committed to tackling knife and violent crime and we will pursue those who carry and use knives."