Man jailed for assaulting partner and making more than 1,000 calls

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A man who assaulted his partner, fracturing her eye socket, and threatened to set her on fire was sentenced to five years in prison, with the final year suspended. Judge Elma Sheahan also banned him from contacting the woman, who may not be identified.

He pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to assault causing harm, harassment on various occasions and threats to kill or cause serious harm. The court heard that he made 1,019 calls to his partner over 23 days and sent threats through Facebook, including videos threatening to harm her and burn down her house.

The judge said videos of his conduct were disturbing to watch. His probation report assessed him as posing a moderate to high risk of reoffending. He had 52 previous convictions, including for assault and criminal damage.