Lanarkshire brute committed domestic violence against two partners

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A Lanarkshire brute committed domestic violence against two partners including while they were pregnant. Callous Paul Allan told one sobbing victim that “tears won’t work with me” and pressed a cushion down on the second woman’s face, leaving her struggling to breathe.

Allan, 48, of Sunnyside Road, Coatbridge, admitted a catalogue of charges at Hamilton Sheriff Court this week. The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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He tightened his grip, restricting her breathing, before shoving her to the floor.He then held her down with his foot.Ms Mathieson told the court: “They were in a car on another occasion when he mocked her about that incident.“She became upset and Allan shouted ‘Why are you crying?