PAUL REYNOLDS FROM GALASHIELS SENTENCED FOR VIOLENT ATTACKS ON GIRLFRIEND AND FRIEND

In a disturbing case that has shocked the community of Galashiels, a 17-year-old named Paul Reynolds has been sentenced to over four years in detention after a series of violent incidents involving his former girlfriend and her friends.

According to court records, Reynolds's assault on his 15-year-old girlfriend occurred on July 29 of the previous year. The court heard that Reynolds, in a fit of rage, forcibly wrapped his hands around her neck in an attempt to strangulate her. Witnesses described how the young woman turned red and struggled to breathe as Reynolds exerted pressure, causing her significant distress and danger to her life.

Reynolds subsequently admitted to the charge of assaulting the girl in a manner that endangered her life. The court was also informed that just two days after this incident, Reynolds threw a knife at a friend of his partner, further demonstrating a pattern of violent behavior.

In addition to Reynolds's case, the court heard about another assault involving a different individual. A 25-year-old man, who works as a scaffolder, was also present in court. This individual had admitted to assaulting his pregnant partner following a night out on what is colloquially known as