46-year-old Palito Arteaga-Aponte was found guilty of five counts of assault and one count of grievous bodily harm after violently abusing his partner between June 2020 and January of this year.

During a trial at Lewes Crown Court, he also pleaded guilty to one count of criminal damage. He was also issued with a restraining order.
DC Jedrzejewska of Crawley CID said: “Arteaga-Aponte’s abusive behaviour has had a huge impact on the victim but through her courage we were able to get the evidence we needed to enable us to arrest him and secure a prosecution.

“We supported her through the investigation and the court case, and are pleased justice has been done. The victim now has a measure of protection and reassurance, and is building a new life.”

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