Dudley woman banned from teaching after stabbing ex-lover’s wife

As a result of her injuries, the victim – who police referred to as Emma – underwent extensive surgery and spent more than a month in hospital.

In a statement released after Bailey’s sentencing in June 2023, Emma said she was in “pain every day” and needed a wheelchair to travel long distances.

She said following the attack she suffered from flashbacks and nightmares and it had robbed her of her independence.

“I can’t imagine what my daughter went through, to witness what she did, to try and stop the attack,” she said.

“She is my hero, she will always be my little hero. I honestly don’t think I would still be here if she hadn’t been home that day.”