Man who threw corrosive liquid on guest at spiritual retreat and fled country is jailed
Summary
Dean Mayze was sentenced to 18 months in jail after admitting to throwing a corrosive liquid at a guest during a disagreement at a spiritual retreat in Wales. After the incident, Mayze fled to several countries in Europe before being arrested in Romania. The victim received medical treatment to prevent permanent eye damage, and Mayze's girlfriend initially took the blame but later received a suspended sentence.Key Facts
- Dean Mayze, age 38, attacked a guest at his retreat in Wales with a corrosive substance.
- The attack happened in December 2022, following a dispute over accommodation issues.
- After the attack, Mayze fled to several countries in Europe, including France and Greece.
- Police arrested Mayze in Romania in July 2025.
- The victim needed intense medical care to avoid permanent eye damage.
- Mayze communicated with police through texts and emails while he was on the run.
- Mayze's girlfriend falsely claimed responsibility initially but was later given a suspended sentence.
- Mayze has a previous conviction for a similar attack in 2013.
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