An 18-year-old accused of attempting to murder a former soldier who was stabbed repeatedly has told a court he was "trying to save the life" of a teen.
Elvis Price, 18, and a 17-year-old who cannot be named for legal reasons, have gone on trial accused of the attempted murder of Danny Norman.
The attack was partially caught by Mr Norman's partner Sophie Wheeler on her mobile phone.
Price, who is represented by Paul Jackson, said he was "scared" and "intimidated" by Mr Norman while giving evidence in his defence at Norwich Crown Court on Tuesday (October 15).
Although Price accepted the teen had shoved Mr Norman, he insisted it was the alleged victim who started the violence.
He said Mr Norman was "trained to kill" and Price insisted Mr Norman's hands were round the teen's throat when he attacked him.
Price was asked by prosecutor Matthew Sorel-Cameron, in cross examination, whether he was "only interested in stabbing him?".
Price said he was "trying to save the life" of the teen who he said was being strangled.
Price said: "No".
Although Price insisted he "tried to pull him (Mr Norman) back" he said "it wasn't working".
Price said he "had to do what I had to do" to make sure the teen was okay.
He said: "I wasn't going to let him kill him".
Price, of Amulet Close, Thetford, has denied attempted murder, causing grievous bodily harm with intent and having an article with a blade or point.
The 17-year-old co-defendant has denied attempted murder and causing GBH with intent.
The trial continues.
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