A 24-YEAR-OLD man who left another man permanently disabled after attacking him with a machete has been jailed for 14 years at Bristol Crown Court.

Nelo Smith, of Marshfield Road, Fishponds, was sentenced on Tuesday, June 2 after being convicted of grievous bodily harm.

Smith attacked a 36-year-old man with a machete in Marshfield Road on Saturday, December 5 during a dispute over a drug deal.

The victim lost part of one hand and suffered severe trauma to his other hand and leg during the incident, spending 16 hours in emergency surgery as a result.

Det Sgt Mark Newbury said: “Smith inflicted severe injuries on the victim, who lost more than three pints of blood before being operated on.

“It was an horrific attack which has left the victim permanently disabled.

“I hope this significant sentence sends out a strong message that crimes involving violence are treated very seriously by the police and the courts.”