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Jail for drunken attack on partner, despite withdrawal of statement

Summary

Piotr Konieczny, 45, was sentenced to eight and a half months in prison for assault causing harm after he attacked his partner in his mother's home. He dragged her off a couch, pressed a foot on her arm and struck her face. The court heard that the victim had made two withdrawn statements and that the couple had reconciled and were living together. Konieczny had pleaded guilty to the assault and had a prior drink‑driving conviction. Judge Melanie Greally imposed a suspended four‑month term, requiring him to keep the peace and exhibit good behaviour for 12 months after release, and to remain under probation supervision for that period. The sentence reflects the seriousness of the domestic violence incident and the court's consideration of future risk.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Jail for drunken attack on partner, despite withdrawal of statement. Charges or matters: assault causing harm at his previous address on September 26, 2020. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• September 26, 2020 Incident
• 2022-07-18 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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