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Violent ex attacked and threatened to shave former partner's head
Summary
In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, Daniel Wildes, aged 32, was found guilty of assault causing harm after attacking former partner Natasha Cummins on 1 April 2018. The assault involved kicking down a bathroom door, grabbing Cummins' hair, throwing her around, kicking her back of the spine, and threatening to shave her head with an electric razor. Cummins suffered extensive bruising and reported possible concussion, flashbacks and nightmares. Wildes pleaded not guilty to additional charges of threats to kill and false imprisonment, and the jury returned not‑guilty verdicts on those charges. Wildes has 40 prior convictions, including two for assault causing harm. The judge adjourned the case to 20 December for finalisation. The court heard that Wildes had been babysitting their four children and had previously suggested Cummins get some sleep. The prosecution noted that Cummins found empty beer cans in her house after a night out.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Violent ex attacked and threatened to shave former partner's head. Charges or matters: assault causing harm, threats to kill and false imprisonment of Natasha Cummins at her home on April 1, 2018. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- April 1, 2018 Incident
- December 20 Adjournment
- 2018-12-13 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: assault causing harm, threats to kill and false imprisonment of Natasha Cummins at her home on April 1, 2018 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Outcome: Judge Patricia Ryan adjourned the matter until December 20 of this year for finalisation.
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