NEIL STEPHEN FROM INVERBERVIE FINED AND ORDERED TO STAY AWAY AFTER DOMESTIC ABUSE INCIDENT IN PERTH
| Red Rose Database
Inverbervie Domestic Abuser
Neil Stephen, a 44-year-old former soldier with a troubling history of domestic violence, faced the Perth Sheriff Court where he was handed a financial penalty and a strict non-harassment order. The court proceedings shed light on a series of troubling incidents involving Stephen, who previously served in Afghanistan, and his ongoing issues with domestic abuse.
On this occasion, Stephen was fined £1,750 and was ordered to adhere to a two-year non-harassment order, which prohibits him from contacting or approaching the victim. The case centered around an incident that took place at Tummel Valley Holiday Park on November 3, 2021, during a family holiday. The court heard that Stephen’s behavior during this event was both threatening and abusive, marking his sixth conviction related to domestic violence.
According to court records, the altercation began over what was described as a trivial disagreement. The situation quickly escalated as Stephen, under the influence of alcohol, became increasingly aggressive. An eyewitness at the scene reported hearing him shouting angrily, creating a tense and frightening atmosphere. When his partner threatened to call the police to intervene, Stephen responded by snatching her mobile phone and refusing to return it, further demonstrating his threatening conduct.
Additional reports detailed how Stephen behaved in a manner that was clearly intended to instill fear or cause alarm. He used derogatory language, calling his partner a “fat slag,” and verbally abused her in a manner that was both aggressive and demeaning. The situation culminated with Stephen declaring that he was leaving, leaving his partner feeling fearful for her safety. The victim, understandably distressed and frightened, sought legal protection through a non-harassment order to prevent further abuse.
During the court proceedings, Sheriff Alison McKay emphasized the gravity of the incident, especially considering Stephen’s prior convictions and the pattern of abusive behavior. She highlighted the importance of protecting victims from such threatening conduct, particularly when it involves refusal to allow contact with authorities or the victim herself. The court’s decision reflected a firm stance against domestic violence, underscoring the seriousness of Stephen’s actions and the need for ongoing legal restrictions to prevent future incidents.
On this occasion, Stephen was fined £1,750 and was ordered to adhere to a two-year non-harassment order, which prohibits him from contacting or approaching the victim. The case centered around an incident that took place at Tummel Valley Holiday Park on November 3, 2021, during a family holiday. The court heard that Stephen’s behavior during this event was both threatening and abusive, marking his sixth conviction related to domestic violence.
According to court records, the altercation began over what was described as a trivial disagreement. The situation quickly escalated as Stephen, under the influence of alcohol, became increasingly aggressive. An eyewitness at the scene reported hearing him shouting angrily, creating a tense and frightening atmosphere. When his partner threatened to call the police to intervene, Stephen responded by snatching her mobile phone and refusing to return it, further demonstrating his threatening conduct.
Additional reports detailed how Stephen behaved in a manner that was clearly intended to instill fear or cause alarm. He used derogatory language, calling his partner a “fat slag,” and verbally abused her in a manner that was both aggressive and demeaning. The situation culminated with Stephen declaring that he was leaving, leaving his partner feeling fearful for her safety. The victim, understandably distressed and frightened, sought legal protection through a non-harassment order to prevent further abuse.
During the court proceedings, Sheriff Alison McKay emphasized the gravity of the incident, especially considering Stephen’s prior convictions and the pattern of abusive behavior. She highlighted the importance of protecting victims from such threatening conduct, particularly when it involves refusal to allow contact with authorities or the victim herself. The court’s decision reflected a firm stance against domestic violence, underscoring the seriousness of Stephen’s actions and the need for ongoing legal restrictions to prevent future incidents.