The grieving wife of a kind-hearted man who was fatally struck by a car while aiding a woman in distress following a wedding dispute expressed her emotions as the perpetrator received a life sentence today. Chris Marriott, aged 46, was tragically killed by Hassan Jhangur, 25, in Sheffield during a violent incident that unfolded shortly after Christmas in 2023.
Jhangur recklessly drove his vehicle into the midst of the wedding commotion, resulting in a sequence of devastating events that claimed the life of Chris Marriott and caused severe injuries to several others. The court heard that tensions had escalated within the bride’s family just before the wedding ceremony.
The presiding judge, Mr. Justice Morris, mandated that Jhangur serve a minimum of 26 years before being eligible for parole, condemning his actions as a purposeful and thoughtless display of violence that led to irreparable harm and loss. Chris Marriott had intervened to assist Jhangur’s sister during a family walk post-Christmas, selflessly putting himself in harm’s way to help others.
Describing her beloved husband as a compassionate, faithful, and dedicated individual, Bryony Marriott shared memories of their 16-year marriage and the profound impact Chris had on their family and community. Despite the abrupt end to their time together, she emphasized her hope that Chris’s legacy of kindness and service would endure.
Jhangur, a resident of Whiteways Road in Sheffield, faced charges related to the incident, including wounding with intent and causing grievous bodily harm to multiple individuals. His father, Mohammed Jhangur, was also found guilty of obstructing justice by concealing evidence.
The tragic event, marked by senseless violence and loss, serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of reckless actions and the enduring impact of a life taken too soon.