An 18-year-old lady, Princess Owusu-Ansah, has been sentenced to three years in prison for assaulting and dousing her former friend with hot water for allegedly sleeping with her boyfriend.
On February 2, 2023, Owusu-Ansah broke into the victim’s home in East Dulwich, accusing her of meeting up with her boyfriend. She then angrily threw herself at the victim, who rushed to cover herself with a bed cover.
Owusu-Ansah was seen placing her phone on a table in the victim’s bedroom to live-stream the incident. In a fit of rage, she poured boiling water from a kettle over the victim, causing her to fall to the ground while screaming.
She then threatened her with a knife while the victim begged for mercy, but she continued to attack her with the knife. She also vandalized the victim’s room and destroyed her sentimental possessions.
Fortunately, the victim managed to flee to the street and seek help. She was later treated at Kings College Hospital in south-east London for non-life-threatening injuries from the stab wounds. A citizen who witnessed the live broadcast on February 2 called the police.
The suspect was arraigned at the Inner London Crown Court, where she pleaded guilty to assault and property damage. The judge then sentenced her to three years in prison.
Speaking after the sentencing, Detective Constable Abigail Ellyatt said, “I hope this result brings the victim some comfort in knowing this violent offender has been brought to justice, and I admire the strength and courage she has shown throughout.”
Watch a video of the incident below,
