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Strangulation, Mental Health, and a Suspended Sentence | Leicester News
A 21-year-old man, Ashley Pook, faced serious charges after admitting to strangling his partner and assaulting her sister — an attack triggered when he saw her with her phone. His partner left him with their two daughters and never returned, leaving lasting trauma. While the judge acknowledged the near-fatal nature of the strangulation — especially with a child present — Pook’s defense emphasized his severe mental health struggles, including learning disabilities, depression, and a history of self-harm. Ultimately, the court suspended his 16-month sentence for two years, requiring 250 hours…
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