Latest news in Yorkshire: April 11, 2019 11:45:35 AM
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A 42-year-old man who assaulted a couple in the street has been
sentenced to over two years behind bars.
Philip Allsopp, of Chatsworth Road in Barnsley was sentenced at
Sheffield Crown Court to 25 months in prison and a five-year restraining
order, after admitting to charges of grievous bodily harm and common
assault.
Allsopp’s victims had been enjoying a day out with their family last
year on Sunday 16 September at Wilthorpe Park in Barnsley, when they
were attacked on their way home.
A 39-year-old woman was walking down Wilthorpe Avenue when Allsopp
launched an unprovoked attack on her, leaving her unconscious with
facial injuries and requiring hospital treatment.
Her husband, a 42-year-old man, attempted to help his wife and was also
assaulted by Allsopp, leaving him with cuts and bruises to his back.
PC Greg Brice, Investigating Officer said: “The victims in this case
were subject to an unprovoked attack by Allsopp and I am pleased he has
been given a custodial sentence to reflect this.
“I want to take this opportunity to thank the victims and their family
for their support throughout our investigation.
“I hope they can both find some closure following this traumatic and
terrifying experience.”
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