Hanscombe Resort owner, Marc Hanscombe, survived a stabbing incident on Monday, 16 December 2024, after an altercation with a group of patrons at his Orkney resort.
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Marc Hanscombe stabbed over hookah
The conflict arose when Hanscombe tried to enforce the resort’s no-hookah policy.
According to a statement issued by authorities, Hanscombe intervened after an employee’s attempts to stop the group from using a hookah failed.
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The situation escalated when a member of the group became aggressive, attacking Hanscombe. He was stabbed in the back during the fight and rushed to the hospital.
Was this a race attack?
Following the incident, a video of the altercation went viral, sparking racially charged commentary online.
However, a source close to the situation reliably informed us that the Hanscombe family has rejected claims that the attack was racially motivated.
They clarified that the confrontation stemmed from a dispute with a few intoxicated individuals, not a broader racial issue.
The family emphasised their long-standing relationship with the predominantly black Orkney community, which has been instrumental to the resort’s success.
What’s the latest on Marc Hanscombe?
Hanscombe has been discharged from the hospital after receiving treatment for his injuries.
Meanwhile, three suspects have been arrested and charged with attempted murder. They are expected to appear before the Orkney Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 27 December 2024.
Additionally, members of the group involved in the altercation have filed assault charges against Hanscombe.
Despite the legal and social fallout, the Hanscombe family remains focused on dispelling misinformation and maintaining community harmony.
