UK - Student who stabbed boyfriend may avoid jail as it would ‘damage her career’

[wfgodot]

Guardian:

Student who stabbed her boyfriend may avoid jail as it would ‘damage her career’
Aspiring surgeon admits attack but judge defers sentencing because of ‘extraordinary’ talent

 

[scapa]

The Oxbridge factor strikes again. I haven't read much from the victim's family.

My recollection from intake (I went to Oxford) is that a drugs charge alone was enough for a suspension/expulsion, especially at Christchurch. I'm surprised she's getting off so lightly.

 

[FrostOwl]

June 2019:
Lavinia Woodward: Stab attack student quits Oxford
Oxford student 'too posh to be jailed' finds love again with wealthy son of a £1.2bn Russian tycoon | | Express Digest
'Too bright to be jailed' Oxford med student, 26, who stabbed date 'plans to be a LAWYER' | Daily Mail Online