Manchester Airport Assault Trial Resumes as Brothers Continue to Deny Charges
Rochdale siblings face serious allegations over the airport incident trial continues at UK Crown Court. Manchester Airport is once again under the spotlight as the high-profile assault trial of two Rochdale brothers continues at a UK court today (22 July).
Mohammed Fahir Amaaz, 20, and his older brother Muhammad Amaad, 26, both of Tarnside Close, are accused of being involved in a violent confrontation at the airport last summer. Both men have pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against them.
The case stems from an incident that occurred on 23 July 2024, captured in a video that circulated widely online, drawing public attention and raising questions about behaviour towards both the public and emergency services.
Amaaz faces a string of accusations, including beating a member of the public, Abdulkareem Hamzah Abbas Ismaeil, during the alleged altercation.
He’s also charged with causing actual bodily harm to two police constables, PC Zachary Marsden and PC Lydia Ward, as well as assaulting PC Ellie Cook, an emergency worker, by beating.
His brother, Amaad, is charged with assaulting PC Zachary Marsden during the same incident at Manchester Airport.
As the trial resumed this morning, the jury of 12, selected earlier this month, was reminded of its critical role in ensuring impartial judgment.
“It’s highly likely this case will be reported in the media, whether in the press, TV, or the radio, or elsewhere. It’s also highly likely to be the subject of comment on social media,” said Judge Neil Flewitt KC, addressing the panel.
“Although I cannot stop you reading about this case in the media or on social media, it’s of the utmost importance you do not allow yourselves to be influenced by anything you may have heard or read about.”
He went on to stress the responsibility jurors carry, noting that “your collective assessment of the evidence entered into court is what matters.”
Now in its third week, the trial began on 4 July and is expected to run for up to four weeks.
The courtroom has so far heard varying accounts of the events, with defence lawyers suggesting parts of the prosecution’s case may be exaggerated or misconstrued, even claiming some details could be “fabricated.”
While emotions in the courtroom remain high, the legal process continues to move forward. The spotlight remains firmly fixed on Manchester Airport as the judicial system works to unravel what truly happened on that summer evening.
