A robber who followed a teenager for more than three miles and left him with dental injuries after a brutal attack has been jailed.
Dayle Jean-Pierre Andre Deville, 23, of Valley Road, Carlton, followed the 18-year-old victim from the city centre, on to a bus, and then through Colwick.
He carried out the robbery at around 11.15pm on November 17 in Rectory Road.
The court heard how Deville followed the victim along a dark street with no CCTV.
After the victim noticed he was being followed and turned around, he was threatened by Deville.
He demanded that the 18-year-old hand over his belongings.
When the victim refused, Deville punched him repeatedly to the face, and ripped a chain from around his neck.
The victim’s mobile phone and bag were also stolen.
Police said the victim received facial and dental injuries and had to spend time at Queen's Medical Centre for ongoing treatment.
Deville was found guilty of robbery by a jury at Nottingham Crown Court on Thursday, May 30.
He was jailed for five years.
Detective Constable Richard Kinsey, who investigated the incident, said: "This was an unprovoked and pre-planned attack, on an innocent man by a violent individual.
"We are pleased with the result. This incident has left a lasting impact on the victim’s life and we hope this result gives him comfort, with Deville safely locked up and off the streets."
