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flag Michael Goodwin, 44, sentenced to 14 months for threatening ex-partner with screwdriver, causing injuries and damage.

flag A 44-year-old man from North Yorkshire, Michael Goodwin, was sentenced to 14 months in prison for threatening his ex-partner with a screwdriver, allegedly vowing to gouge out her eyes during a January 2026 attack. flag He entered her car, stabbed the dashboard, and smashed the rear windscreen, causing injuries. flag Goodwin, who had a history of controlling behavior and was under the influence of alcohol and drugs, pleaded guilty to harassment, assault, threatening with a weapon, and criminal damage. flag The judge called the abuse serious and frightening. flag He was given a lifetime restraining order banning all contact, including online, and is seeking rehabilitation and has a job lined up after release.

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