From Punch to Purpose | Nottingham News

At just 19, Jacob Dunne landed a single punch that killed paramedic James Hodgkinson—ignoring remorse, he only worried about himself. Now 34, Dunne reflects on his gang-riddled youth and alcohol-fueled recklessness, which led to 14 months in prison. His release shattered his world: he saw his family collapse—his mom lost her business and home, his brother became her caretaker. A turning point came through restorative justice with Hodgkinson’s parents, who forgave him as a “stupid mistake” and urged him to study. He earned a first-class criminology degree, now works as a youth justice campaigner, and even stars in a Broadway play about his story. Every step he takes is for James—and for the second chance he was given. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3a801cfced20ed2e