Man sentenced for attacking woman in Truro City Centre
A man has been sentenced to four weeks in prison for assaulting a woman in Truro City Centre.
Gareth Healey, 37, of Polruan Road, Truro, appeared at Truro Magistrates’ Court for sentence on Thursday 5 November having pleaded guilty to common assault.
Healey was sentenced to four weeks in prison but released due to time served.
The court heard how on 13 October officers attended The Leats area of Truro following a third-party report of an assault.
The caller reported hearing a woman screaming and crying while being assaulted by a male suspect. He also heard her shout “leave me alone”.
Officers attended the area and located Healey and the victim together in an alleyway.
Healey was arrested and made no comment in interview.
DCI Sarah Price said: “Gareth Healey is a dangerous offender who has on a number of occasions been convicted of using violence towards women.
“Whilst the sentence handed down by the court may appear modest, it should not detract from the seriousness of the offending.
“Tackling violence against women and girls remains a Force priority, and we will continue to work relentlessly to identify perpetrators, protect victims, and bring offenders before the courts.
“If you have been the victim of violence, please report is via 101 or our website. Or by calling 999 if in immediate danger. Support is available.”
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