Former Premier League player Joey Barton has been found guilty of assaulting his wife in an incident at their home. He was sentenced to 12 weeks in prison, which is suspended for two years, after a two-day trial. The assault involved pushing and kicking his wife, leading to visible injuries. Despite Barton’s history of violence, the magistrate decided against immediate custody, citing that the couple maintains a good relationship and has a young child. Barton expressed his disappointment with the verdict and plans to appeal the decision.
Barton was convicted of assault by beating after a two-day trial, and sentenced to 12 weeks in prison, suspended for two years.
Chief magistrate Paul Goldspring highlighted Barton’s record of violence, yet noted it was not necessary for an immediate custodial sentence.
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