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Double killer threatened to drown partner in Dublin flat

Summary

Anthony Locke, 48, of Ballyfermot, was sentenced to eight years in prison with the last two years suspended after pleading guilty to assaulting a woman and threatening to drown her. The incident occurred in a Dublin flat where Locke, experiencing a psychiatric episode, smashed objects, threatened the victim with "holy water," and dragged her by the wrists. He had previously been jailed for manslaughter in 1998 and had a conviction for impeding the apprehension of a murderer. The victim suffered bruises and bite marks. The judge noted Locke's mental health issues and lack of medication compliance, and warned that he remains a danger to society. The suspended portion of the sentence is conditional on good behaviour and compliance with probation for 18 months after release.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Double killer threatened to drown partner in Dublin flat. Charges or matters: the offences. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• February 18, 1995 Other
• September 5, 2024 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2025-10-29 Publication

Why: He was telling her she was the devil and that he would kill anyone who came into the flat because they were possessed and would burn the building down. CNI source report

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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Read the original CNI report