A man who became frustrated over parking problems on his street brandished a samurai sword after finally snapping.
Nicholas Hood had pent up a lot of anger towards a motor mechanic who he blamed for blocking the street with a large van. Soon after, the negative feelings simmered over after the mechanic became offended over an online complaint referring to the parking issues.
As a result, the mechanic threatened to leave his van parked on the street all week in an act of revenge. However, things became even more heated when Hood pulled out a samurai sword while the mechanic's wife and young child were present, Hull Crown Court heard.
