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Man jailed for headbutting, punching and choking girlfriend

Summary

A man who punched, headbutted, and choked his former partner until she nearly lost consciousness has been sentenced to two years in prison, with the final nine months suspended. The victim suffered severe bruising and experienced long-term mental health issues, including nightmares and insomnia. Jonathan Cooke, 29, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm at the woman's home in June 2024. During the attack, he ignored her pleas to stop and continued the violence. Although he claimed she had struck him first, the victim denied this. Judge Orla Crowe emphasized that the violence was a gross violation of the woman's rights and condemned the actions as unacceptable, regardless of the relationship's context. Cooke was ordered to undergo an intimate partner violence program and probation supervision. The court also noted his difficult background and current efforts to rebuild his life. The victim was given the option to accept a €1,400 token of remorse or have the money donated to a charity.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Man jailed for headbutting, punching and choking girlfriend. Charges or matters: assault causing harm at the woman's home on June 30, 2024. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• June 30, 2024 Incident
• 2026-07-08 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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