Ethan Simon, who was suffering from meth psychosis, was recently jailed for stabbing Burger King workers in South Auckland without any provocation. Simon’s attack took place in Takanini, where he entered the restaurant armed with a knife and attacked two young employees without saying a word. After the incident, he demanded money from the staff and later fled the scene. Simon was arrested shortly after the attack and claimed to have no memory of the incident.
Simon, who has a history of criminal behavior, pleaded guilty to injuring one of the employees with intent to rob and causing harm to the other. His defense lawyer argued that his mental health issues and social anxiety contributed to his violent actions. Despite this, Simon was sentenced to nine years in prison, taking into account his cognitive disabilities and remorse for his actions.
The incident had a lasting impact on the victims, one of whom described their recovery as long and difficult. The Burger King where the attack occurred was later destroyed in a fire. Simon’s case highlights the devastating effects of substance abuse and mental health issues on individuals and the community.
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