A man from Sheffield has been found guilty of manslaughter by a jury following a two week trial at Sheffield Crown Court.

Michael James, of Barlow Drive, 45 is due to be sentenced tomorrow on 16 October.

In the early hours of 16 March, South Yorkshire Police were called to reports of a man with stab wounds inside a property in Barlow Drive.

Bradley Hollis, 35, was found by emergency services in critical condition having suffered multiple stab wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detective Chief Inspector Thomas Woodward, who was the Senior Investigating Officer for the investigation, said: “I hope the conclusion of this trial will help bring Bradley’s loved ones some closure knowing that the person responsible for his death has been held accountable for his actions.”

James fled the scene but was arrested a short time later when he was located in an out building in the Rivelin Valley area of Sheffield.

The jury found James not guilty of murder but guilty of manslaughter and of possession of a bladed article. He previously pleaded guilty to one count of assault.

Inspector Woodward said: “James inflicted devastating injuries to Bradley before fleeing the scene in a cowardly attempt to avoid facing the consequences of his violent behaviour.

“My thoughts remain with Bradley’s family – I hope this verdict will provide some comfort in this difficult time.”