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Man Jailed for Brutal Attack and Strangling
22 Aug
Summary
- Man jailed for strangling woman and violent assault.
- Victim escaped and alerted public to the violent incident.
- Attacker received prison sentence and restraining order.
A man identified as Charlie Stefano has been sentenced to two years and 10 months in prison following a violent assault. The incident, which occurred on February 13, involved the strangulation of a woman and other acts of abuse, including dragging her across the floor and damaging her phone.
The victim managed to escape the property during a moment of distraction and sought help from members of the public, who then contacted the police. Investigations led to Stefano's arrest and subsequent charges, including intentional strangulation and causing actual bodily harm.
In addition to the prison term, Stefano was issued a six-year restraining order. Authorities commended the victim's courage in supporting the prosecution, highlighting the importance of bringing dangerous individuals to justice. The sentence aims to provide closure for the traumatized victim.
