A man’s walked free from court after an allegation he put a woman in a headlock and punched her was dismissed.
Finn Dennis Ledwidge of Manor Park in Onchan appeared before magistrates at Douglas Courthouse.
The 21-year-old had denied assaulting the woman in Hilary Road in Onchan on August 30, and prosecutor Barry Swain offered no evidence after the woman retracted her complaint.
Magistrates marked the charge as dismissed and awarded costs to Mr Ledwidge.
Cruise ship stops in Douglas
A cruise ship carrying round 200 passengers is in Douglas today.
New bus timetable and fares begin today
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Millennium Bridge closed to traffic each night until Friday
The Millennium Bridge on South Quay in Douglas will be closed to traffic every evening this week.
Firefighter retires after 23 years' service
A firefighter has retired after 23 years of serving the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service.
Police seeking Central Douglas car damage info
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Man charged over £1,000 for criminal damage and assault
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Ben my Chree to switch with Manxman for Heysham sailings
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Andreas play park equipment arrives
Andreas Commissioners has had equipment for a new play area delivered.
