A violent drifter, Stanley Saxon, 45, has been sentenced to nearly ten years in prison after admitting manslaughter for the death of a 67-year-old man in Oxford last summer, as well as a brutal assault in Banbury in 2021.
Saxon, who has no fixed address, pleaded guilty at Oxford Crown Court on January 12, 2026. On February 27, he was handed a total sentence of nine years and eight months behind bars. This sentence includes an additional 19 months for grievous bodily harm (GBH) related to the Banbury attack.
On July 19, 2025, Saxon delivered a vicious punch to Leszek Kaminski, 67, on Speedwell Street, St Aldates, Oxford. The blow caused Mr Kaminski to fall to the ground and hit his head, resulting in fatal injuries. Mr Kaminski died in hospital the following day. Saxon was arrested at the scene and charged two days later.
However, Saxon’s violent behaviour dates back further. On April 27, 2021, in Banbury town centre, he attacked another man without mercy. Saxon punched the victim in the face, knocking him down, and then repeatedly punched and stamped on the man’s head while he lay helpless on the ground. Fortunately, this victim survived the assault.
Detective Chief Inspector Stuart Brangwin commented on the case, saying, “This case has presented a painful set of circumstances for all involved, with devastating and fatal consequences for Mr Kaminski. Saxon’s actions were unlawful and led to the death of a much-loved man. Our thoughts remain with Mr Kaminski’s family and everyone affected by this tragic loss.”
He added, “Saxon also admitted a serious violent assault in Banbury in 2021. He is clearly prone to violent outbursts and will now serve a significant prison sentence for his crimes.”
Originally published by UKNIP.
