A former British Army major has been handed a 25-year prison sentence for a horrific attack on his ex-wife, in which he slit her throat during a violent confrontation over their divorce settlement.
The shocking incident unfolded after the couple's marriage broke down, with tensions escalating around financial arrangements. The ex-serviceman, whose identity remains protected for legal reasons, ambushed his former partner in a calculated assault that left her fighting for her life.
Brutal Attack Following Divorce Dispute
Court proceedings revealed how the defendant meticulously planned the assault, waiting for an opportunity to confront his ex-wife alone. Witnesses described hearing screams as the victim desperately tried to defend herself against the frenzied attack.
Emergency services rushed to the scene where paramedics found the woman bleeding profusely from a deep neck wound. Surgeons later confirmed the injury came within millimetres of being fatal.
Military Background Adds Gravity to Crime
The judge emphasised the defendant's military training as an aggravating factor in sentencing, stating: "Your combat skills made you particularly dangerous in this domestic setting. This was not a moment of madness, but a deliberate attempt to inflict maximum harm."
Detectives praised the victim's courage throughout the investigation and trial, noting she continues to recover from both physical and psychological trauma.
Landmark Sentence for Domestic Violence
Women's rights advocates have welcomed the substantial prison term as a strong message against gender-based violence. A spokesperson for a domestic abuse charity commented: "This sentence recognises the severity of such premeditated attacks within relationships."
The case has reignited discussions about support for military families during transition to civilian life, with calls for improved mental health services for veterans experiencing relationship breakdowns.
