A MAN has been jailed for killing a Bradford University student in a “cowardly act of violence.”

Anowar Tagabo, 25, originally from Sudan, was studying Peace Studies and Development at the university.

He died several days after being knocked out by a single punch on a night out in Sheffield in May.

Yesterday, Nathan Lloyd Tomlinson, 24 of Haslam Crescent, Lowedges, was sentenced to three years and nine months in prison for the attack.

He had pleaded guilty to manslaughter on October 2.

The student had gone to Sheffield for a celebration on May 25 and afterwards went into the city with a friend, but they were separated during the night.

He was approached by three men on Carver Street at around 4.20am and was punched once by Tomlinson. He died on June 3 from a head injury.

After the sentencing, at Sheffield Crown Court, his family issued a statement which said: “Our family is devastated.

" Anowar’s mother came from Sudan to bury her son and is in deep pain and anguish. Being attacked and killed without any provocation is unthinkable and beyond pain for us, the family.

“Our brother and son, Anowar Tagabo, was a typical 25-year-old. He was a kind, friendly and peace-loving young man. Anowar worked very hard as a student choosing to study Peace and Development at Bradford University.

“Anowar’s dream was to return to Sudan in order to make a contribution towards peace.

“Nathan Tomlinson has taken Anowar away from us in a cowardly act of violence - he has shown no grace or mercy as he assaulted and killed our peace-loving cousin, a young man with a bright future.

“We thank all our friends and the community who supported us throughout this tragedy.

“We also thank the police for their efforts in bringing the killer to justice.”

A spokesperson for the University of Bradford said: “Our thoughts continue to be with Anowar’s family and friends. He was a popular and talented student on campus and continues to be missed.

“We hope that, with justice being served, this will bring some comfort to his friends and family.”

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