JAMES SMITH THREATENS EX-PARTNER AT ABERDEEN PLAYPARK IN NORTHFIELD

A 40-year-old man named James Smith was recently brought before Aberdeen Sheriff Court following a disturbing incident in the Northfield area of Aberdeen. The court heard that Smith had engaged in a series of threatening behaviors directed at his former partner in a public setting, specifically at a local playpark.

According to reports, Smith made intimidating and menacing remarks, explicitly stating that he would return to the area with his dog and command it to bite his ex-partner. In addition to these threats involving his dog, Smith also issued a violent threat against a female friend, warning that she would 'smash her face in.' These threats caused significant concern and fear for the safety of the woman involved.

It was revealed during the proceedings that Smith has a prior conviction related to threatening the same woman, indicating a pattern of abusive behavior. The court was informed of these past incidents, which added weight to the seriousness of his recent actions.

Judge David Harvie issued a stern warning to Smith, making it clear that if such threatening and abusive conduct persisted, he would face imprisonment. Smith was subsequently found guilty of charges including threatening and abusive behavior, as well as making threats of violence.

In response to his actions, the court imposed a community payback order that includes 12 months of supervised activity. Smith was also ordered to complete 108 hours of unpaid work as part of his rehabilitation. Furthermore, a non-harassment order was issued, prohibiting him from approaching or contacting his former partner for a period of one year.

During the court hearing, Smith’s defense team acknowledged his ongoing mental health issues and recognized that his recent actions were unacceptable. They emphasized the importance of addressing his behavior and highlighted the need for him to make positive changes to prevent further offending.

Overall, the case underscores the ongoing concerns about domestic and public threats, and the legal system’s efforts to protect victims while encouraging offenders to seek help and reform.