Liam Coatsworth, a thug, poured boiling water over a sleeping homeless man after a trivial dispute following a night at the pub.
Coatsworth sarcastically commented “what a shame” when shown pictures of the victim’s severe burns during a police interview.
The attack left the victim with burns to his face and neck, requiring more than a week in Whiston Hospital’s burns unit.
Coatsworth was involved in drug supply, having resorted to selling heroin and crack cocaine after falling on hard times.
He was arrested after being seen damaging a mobile phone and found with messages related to drug supply and £45 in cash.
Coatsworth has a significant criminal record, including previous sentences for violent offenses and drug-related crimes.
The assault occurred after the victim asked for help with accommodation, leading to socializing and a dispute over money.
During the attack, Coatsworth threatened the victim with further violence if he was arrested over the incident.
Coatsworth’s defense cited his difficult upbringing and drug use as factors contributing to his criminal behavior.
At Liverpool Crown Court, Judge Simon Medland KC sentenced Coatsworth to another three years in prison, emphasizing the destructive nature of drugs.
Man jailed after pouring boiling water over homeless man
