Robert Hines death: One-punch killer sent to prison

Matthew Hill killed Robert Hines with a single punch in a 'random act of violence'

A man who killed another man with a single punch has been jailed for seven years.

Matthew Hill, 32. attacked Robert Hines, 52, in the Quaker Memorial Garden, in Bristol in May.

Hill, of William Street, Totterdown, was earlier found guilty of manslaughter at Bristol Crown Court..

Investigating officer Andy Mott said Mr Hines' death was an "example of how striking someone, even just once, can have horrific consequences".

He added: "This is a tragic case in which a man has needlessly lost his life due to a random act of violence.

Robert Hines died in hospital two days after the attack in the Quaker Memorial Garden, off Redcliff Hill

"Hill did not deliberately set out to kill Robert Hines but his actions tragically led to his death. During the trial the jury was told about Hill's long history of offending and his conviction highlights what a dangerous man he is."

After serving his prison sentence Hill will be on licence until 2026.

Michaela Sweeting, 38, who was also charged with the manslaughter of Mr Hines, was found dead in prison in June.