Brutal Machete Attack in Bolton Sees Manchester Man Jailed for Six Years
A violent machete assault has landed Dale Dean, 27, behind bars for six years. The Manchester man seriously injured a man during a shocking attack inside a local Bolton shop.
Daylight Terror: Machete Mayhem in Breightmet Shop
On the evening of Saturday, 5 April 2025, Dean unleashed his savage attack on a man inside a shop on Kentmere Road, Breightmet. Witnesses, including shop staff and customers, were left horrified as Dean brandished a deadly machete.
- The victim suffered multiple severe injuries to his head and shoulder.
- Dean wreaked havoc, causing extensive damage to the shop before fleeing.
Fast Justice at Manchester Crown Court
Dean, from Upper West Grove, Manchester, pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of a bladed article, and affray. On Friday, 20 February 2026, he was sentenced to six years in prison at Manchester Crown Court.
