Family dispute leads to Lanarkshire woman smashing up relative's Mercedes

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A family dispute led to a woman smashing up a relative’s Mercedes with a metal pole.At the same time Colleen Berry was demanding that the frightened occupant get out of the car and fight.The 36-year-old and her cousin, Ryan McFarlane, 29, both of Curlinghaugh Crescent, Wishaw, appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android They admitted threatening or abusive behaviour towards a man and a woman in Rannoch Drive, Wishaw, on June 10, 2019.Berry also admitted maliciously damaging the bodywork and windscreen of the Mercedes.Alice Carey, prosecuting, said it happened about 3.40pm when the couple topped at a junction.

They became aware of a Renault Megane pulling up alongside them.The fiscal stated: “Berry, who was in possession of a metal pole, got out of the vehicle, followed by McFarlane.“She approached the other car, shouting 'Get out.

Do you want a fight?’“Berry was brandishing the pole and the witnesses stayed in their car, fearing for their safety.“Berry then struck the Mercedes with force, causing dents in the bonnet and front passenger door and smashing the windscreen.“McFarlane was shouting, swearing and kicking the vehicle.”Eventually the couple were able to drive off and the police were contacted.McFarlane was jailed for 13 months in May for his part in the incident.Ber