A Swansea man has been jailed after assaulting a paramedic who was attempting to provide medical treatment. 🚑
Nigel Francis, 58, from Blaenymaes, was sentenced to eight months in prison at Swansea Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Francis pleaded guilty to assaulting an emergency worker and using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour to cause harassment, alarm or distress.
The incident occurred in the Ravenhill area of Swansea on Friday, May 10, 2024, when Francis became aggressive toward the paramedic who was trying to treat him.
Police Sergeant John Hughes said: “Nobody should expect to be assaulted – either physically or verbally – when they go to work, whether you work for the emergency services or otherwise. This behaviour makes our roles more challenging, and we will take firm action against those responsible.”
Lee Brooks, Executive Director of Operations at the Welsh Ambulance Service, added: “Any form of assault is unacceptable, but spitting in particular is downright depraved. Jonathan was there to help this man, and this was the ultimate disrespect. The fact that Jonathan continued to deliver care for him is frankly remarkable. We will always seek prosecution for those who harm our people, and sentences should reflect the devastating and long-term impact that assault has on our staff and volunteers.”
Francis was also ordered to pay £50 compensation to the paramedic. ⚖️
