The accused was charged with breach of recognizance, multiple counts of assault, and sexual assault arising from a turbulent domestic relationship.
The complainant alleged repeated physical assaults and non‑consensual sexual activity over a two‑year period.
The court accepted the complainant’s evidence regarding physical violence, finding it corroborated by witness observations of injuries and admissions contained in the accused’s letters and statements to a friend.
However, the court found reasonable doubt regarding the sexual assault allegation due to the timing of disclosure and credibility concerns.
The accused was convicted of breach of recognizance and several assault counts but acquitted of sexual assault.
