ANDREW QUICK'S BRUTAL ATTACK IN PORT TALBOT LEADS TO PRISON SENTENCE

A disturbing case of domestic violence has unfolded in Port Talbot, where Andrew Quick was involved in a severe assault against his partner within the confines of her own home. According to court records, the incident was triggered by Quick’s intoxicated and jealous state, which caused him to lose control after suspecting his partner of infidelity. The events took place in the early hours of February 19, when Quick, under the influence of alcohol and driven by paranoia, accused his long-term partner of sneaking another man into her residence.

His accusations quickly escalated into violence. Quick physically assaulted her, grabbing her around the throat and pushing her toward the kitchen sink. The situation worsened as he then produced a knife and repeatedly stabbed her, resulting in a four-inch wound to her breast. In addition to this serious injury, she sustained multiple cuts and abrasions across her body. The attack left her with significant injuries, though she chose not to file a formal police complaint immediately afterward.

Following the assault, Quick fled the scene but later contacted emergency services. During the call, he claimed to have stabbed her 'all over' and admitted to having 'gone crazy.' When police and paramedics arrived, they found Quick at the scene smelling strongly of alcohol, with slurred speech indicating intoxication. The victim was treated for her injuries, which were quite serious, but the details of her condition were not specified in court reports.

In police interviews, Quick acknowledged that an argument had taken place but claimed he could not remember the stabbing itself. He stated, 'What happened was not her fault - but it was her fault that I was so angry.' His admission of guilt led to him pleading guilty to a charge of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent. The court sentenced him to two years and eight months in prison, with the sentence reduced due to his guilty plea. The judge highlighted the importance of protecting women from violence and noted that, given Quick’s lack of prior convictions, a longer sentence was not deemed necessary.

Quick is expected to serve part of his sentence in custody before being released on license, underscoring the ongoing concern over domestic violence cases in the Port Talbot area and the judicial system’s response to such serious offenses.