Overview
- David Gowans, 31, was sentenced at Dundee Sheriff Court for hurling part of a seat that struck MacKenzie following a match at Tannadice on May 17, 2025.
- He had earlier pleaded guilty to culpable and reckless conduct in a November court appearance.
- Court evidence detailed a deep 2in laceration and a 5cm abrasion to MacKenzie's face, with the player described as permanently disfigured.
- In addition to the prison term, Gowans received a 10-year football banning order, and Aberdeen FC has issued a lifetime club ban.
- Texts shown in court showed Gowans admitted throwing the seat and claimed he was not aiming at anyone, with his lawyer saying he was heavily intoxicated.