Man who raped and smothered wife while armed with knife is jailed for 12 years

A man has been sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison for raping and smothering his wife with a knife in a terrifying incident. The court revealed that the victim, now raising her children alone, has become isolated from her Travelling community due to her decision to pursue justice against her ex-husband. This case highlights the struggle many victims face in seeking justice while dealing with the repercussions of their choices, particularly within close-knit communities.

The victim now faces the challenges of single parenting while navigating the fallout of her decision to take her ex-husband to court, which led to her isolation from the Travelling community.

In court, the judge acknowledged the severe impact of the assault, stating that the victim lived in fear of her life during the attack, underlining the gravity of the situation.

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