A man is in a coma after being attacked in his sleep by his cellmate at Manawatu Prison
A man is in a coma after being attacked in his sleep by his cellmate at Manawatu Prison
16 February 2021
First time offender Bradley King was on remand awaiting sentencing for minor burglary charges.
The 36-year-old had only been in prison for 10 days before he was beaten so badly, he now requires major brain surgery.
King's twin sister Bridget says he's a gentle giant who desperately wanted to make amends for his actions, but now might not have the chance.
A Corrections spokesperson says the alleged perpetrator has been isolated, and an investigation is ongoing.
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