Man Jailed for Saw Attack on Enfield Retail Staff
Tedros Menges received a ten-year sentence for assaulting security and management at Sports Direct.
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Tedros Menges has been sentenced to ten years imprisonment at Wood Green Crown Court following a violent incident at Sports Direct in Enfield Retail Park. The 22-year-old was convicted of grievous bodily harm, non-fatal strangulation, attempted robbery, and threatening a person with an offensive weapon.
The Attack
The court heard that on 12th July 2025, Menges entered the Sports Direct store and attempted to steal jogging bottoms. After being spotted, he left the premises but returned later armed with a saw. He attacked a security guard with the weapon and strangled the store manager. Other staff members were also threatened. A panic alarm was triggered, and police arrived at the scene within two minutes. Menges was apprehended in the car park of Southbury Leisure Park after a brief pursuit.
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Impact and Sentencing
The incident resulted in two people sustaining injuries, as reported by Chief Superintendent Anna McCartney. She stated that violence and abuse directed at shopworkers have a significant impact on victims, businesses, and the community, emphasising that staff should not fear for their safety. The ten-year custodial sentence, of which two-thirds must be served, will be followed by a three-year extended period on licence. Chief Superintendent McCartney added that offenders who intimidate or harm retail workers will be relentlessly pursued.
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Questions this report answers
+How long was Tedros Menges jailed for?
Tedros Menges received a ten-year prison sentence at Wood Green Crown Court. This follows his conviction for grievous bodily harm, non-fatal strangulation, attempted robbery, and threatening staff with a saw.
+What happened during the attack at Sports Direct?
On 12th July 2025, Menges entered the store, attempted theft, then returned armed with a saw. He attacked a security guard, strangled the store manager, and threatened other staff before being arrested nearby.
+What will happen after Menges serves his sentence?
After serving two-thirds of his ten-year sentence, Menges will be released on licence for a further three years. This means he will remain under supervision and could face recall to prison if he breaches conditions.
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