MAN JAILED FOR ASSAULT AND CRIMINAL DAMAGE AFTER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ATTACK
Steven Regan, who had been detained on remand while awaiting court proceedings, has now received a prison sentence following a serious incident of domestic violence.The case had been postponed in December to allow for a pre-sentence report, with a subsequent hearing scheduled for January.
During this period, Regan remained incarcerated.
The court was informed that the incident originated from a minor dispute at home concerning dog mess, which quickly escalated into severe violence.
During the assault, Regan wielded an iron as a weapon and attacked both a woman and her cousin.
The violence was described as terrifying and vastly disproportionate to the initial disagreement.
Those affected have reported long-lasting emotional effects, including severe anxiety and frequent emotional breakdowns, particularly triggered by the location of the attack.
One victim expressed difficulty feeling safe even inside her own home.
The court was told that the trauma extended beyond physical injuries and caused enduring distress.
Regan was sentenced to 32 months in prison for two counts of assault and criminal damage.
According to sentencing guidelines, he will serve half that time 16 months before being eligible for release on licence.
