Man changes plea to guilty in domestic abuse case

Thursday, 2 November 2023 07:10

A man has admitted domestic abuse by messaging threats about his his ex-girlfriend’s family and new partner.

Jonjo Watson of Falcon Cliff Terrace in Douglas appeared before High Bailiff Rachael Braidwood at Douglas Courthouse.

The 19 year old had initially denied the offence but changed his plea to guilty.

Prosecutor Hazel Carroon told the hearing Watson began messaging his ex-girlfriend a year after their relationship ended, and followed her around Douglas in his car.

He was bailed in the sum of £500 with a condition not to contact witnesses, and will appear in court for sentencing on December 12.

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