Serial domestic abuser jailed for “nasty” assault on partner in Larkhall home

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A serial domestic abuser has been jailed for 30 months for a “nasty” assault on his partner at her Larkhall home.Hamilton Sheriff Court heard that David McIntosh’s drinking pal twice intervened to stop him attacking the woman.McIntosh, 42, admitted assaulting the woman at a house in Scotia Crescent on April 7 this year.Aislinn O’Donnell, prosecuting, said: “At the time he was residing with her, having been released from prison in January this year.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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They went back to the house where they consumed more alcohol.Ms O’Donnell told the court: “There was a disagreement between the accused and his partner.“He grabbed her by the neck and dragged her to the floor, then kicked her to the left side of the face.“His friend intervened and McIntosh stopped.

The victim made her way to the bathroom.“She called 999 and told the handler she was going to be murdered. She was concerned the accused would overhear her and when she left the bathroom he confronted her.“He grabbed her phone, threw it to the floor and stamped on it until it smashed.“He took hold of the victim and threw her to the floor for a second time before kicking her on the head, face and body.“Then he grabbed