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A construction worker has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of a Saudi student in Cambridge. Chas Corrigan, 22, will spend at least 22 years and six months behind bars for stabbing Mohammed Algasim, 20, with a kitchen knife in Mill Park on August 1, 2025.

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an evening of drinking and using drugs

The attack occurred after an evening of drinking and drug use, according to prosecutors. Algasim, who was in the city for a 10-week English language placement, ran from the scene after being stabbed in the neck but collapsed shortly after. Despite the efforts of bystanders and emergency services, his injuries were too severe, and he was pronounced dead early on August 2.

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Algasim ran from the scene but collapsed moments later as a member of the public called for an ambulance. Three off duty doctors and paramedics found him bleeding heavily on the pavement and despite best efforts to save him, his injury to his neck was so severe that he was pronounced dead at 12:19am

Corrigan's father, Peter Corrigan, 50, was sentenced to two years in prison after admitting to assisting his son by concealing the high-visibility clothing worn during the attack. He was also seen on CCTV disposing of the blood-stained jacket and helping his son evade arrest.

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Today’s sentence reflects the seriousness of Chas’ actions. He chose to arm himself with a knife and carry it in a public place, with devastating consequences.

Detective Chief Inspector Dale Mepstead highlighted the severity of Corrigan's actions, noting that he chose to arm himself with a knife. The investigation, aided by CCTV footage and a public tip-off, led to Corrigan's arrest. The jury found him guilty of murder after a two-week trial, with his father pleading guilty to assisting an offender earlier.

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Algasim “was a young man with his whole life ahead of him, and his death has had a profound impact on all who knew him. Our thoughts continue to be with his family and friends as they come to terms with this tragic loss,”