SWANSEA MAN STEPHEN SHANE HILL VIOLENTLY ATTACKS PARTNER JUST WEEKS AFTER BIRTH
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Swansea Domestic Abuser
In a disturbing incident that has shocked the community of Swansea, Stephen Shane Hill was found guilty of a brutal assault on his partner, just seven weeks after she had given birth to their child. The assault took place in the early hours of January 8 at the victim’s residence in Llansamlet, Swansea, and involved a series of violent blows that left her with severe injuries requiring surgical intervention.
According to court proceedings, Hill, aged 23, had consumed nearly an entire bottle of whisky before launching his attack. The Swansea Crown Court was told that the woman, whose identity has been kept confidential, was staying at her home in Llansamlet when the incident occurred. The previous night, Hill had spent the night at her house, but when she woke in the early morning hours, he was no longer there. Upon descending to the living area, she found Hill, who appeared to be intoxicated.
The court heard that the two began talking, but tensions escalated when Hill lit a cigarette. His partner, requesting that he refrain from smoking inside the house, asked him not to do so. This seemingly minor request triggered Hill’s anger, and he responded with a sustained and violent assault. He repeatedly punched her in the face, knocking her to the ground multiple times and delivering additional blows while she was on the floor. Despite her attempts to get up, Hill continued to strike her, knocking her down again each time she tried to stand.
At one point, the woman asked for permission to go to the bathroom. Hill agreed but under the condition that she did not take her phone or call the police. After she returned from the bathroom, Hill assaulted her once more. The violence only ceased when Hill eventually left the house, allowing her to call emergency services. Police officers arrived promptly and arrested Hill outside the residence. It was noted that his knuckles were swollen, indicating a possible fight or self-defense.
The victim was taken to hospital, where scans revealed she had suffered a fractured eye socket and her right eyeball was slightly sunken. The injuries were severe enough to necessitate surgery, during which a titanium plate was fitted into her face to repair the damage. The assault left her with significant facial injuries, including swelling and bruising around both eyes.
During a court impact statement, the woman expressed her devastation and shared that she was struggling with sleep following the attack. Judge Catherine Richards addressed Hill directly, condemning his prolonged assault on his partner, which occurred just seven weeks after she had given birth. The judge highlighted the fact that her other young children were upstairs in the house during the attack, emphasizing the severity and recklessness of Hill’s actions. She described the metal plate in the woman’s face as a permanent reminder of the violence inflicted upon her.
In light of Hill’s guilty plea, which was given a one-third discount, he was sentenced to two years and three months in prison. The judge also ordered that Hill serve up to half of this sentence in custody before being released on licence. Additionally, Hill was subjected to an eight-year restraining order, which prohibits him from going to his former partner’s house or contacting her in any way. This case underscores the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the devastating impact it has on victims and their families in Swansea.
According to court proceedings, Hill, aged 23, had consumed nearly an entire bottle of whisky before launching his attack. The Swansea Crown Court was told that the woman, whose identity has been kept confidential, was staying at her home in Llansamlet when the incident occurred. The previous night, Hill had spent the night at her house, but when she woke in the early morning hours, he was no longer there. Upon descending to the living area, she found Hill, who appeared to be intoxicated.
The court heard that the two began talking, but tensions escalated when Hill lit a cigarette. His partner, requesting that he refrain from smoking inside the house, asked him not to do so. This seemingly minor request triggered Hill’s anger, and he responded with a sustained and violent assault. He repeatedly punched her in the face, knocking her to the ground multiple times and delivering additional blows while she was on the floor. Despite her attempts to get up, Hill continued to strike her, knocking her down again each time she tried to stand.
At one point, the woman asked for permission to go to the bathroom. Hill agreed but under the condition that she did not take her phone or call the police. After she returned from the bathroom, Hill assaulted her once more. The violence only ceased when Hill eventually left the house, allowing her to call emergency services. Police officers arrived promptly and arrested Hill outside the residence. It was noted that his knuckles were swollen, indicating a possible fight or self-defense.
The victim was taken to hospital, where scans revealed she had suffered a fractured eye socket and her right eyeball was slightly sunken. The injuries were severe enough to necessitate surgery, during which a titanium plate was fitted into her face to repair the damage. The assault left her with significant facial injuries, including swelling and bruising around both eyes.
During a court impact statement, the woman expressed her devastation and shared that she was struggling with sleep following the attack. Judge Catherine Richards addressed Hill directly, condemning his prolonged assault on his partner, which occurred just seven weeks after she had given birth. The judge highlighted the fact that her other young children were upstairs in the house during the attack, emphasizing the severity and recklessness of Hill’s actions. She described the metal plate in the woman’s face as a permanent reminder of the violence inflicted upon her.
In light of Hill’s guilty plea, which was given a one-third discount, he was sentenced to two years and three months in prison. The judge also ordered that Hill serve up to half of this sentence in custody before being released on licence. Additionally, Hill was subjected to an eight-year restraining order, which prohibits him from going to his former partner’s house or contacting her in any way. This case underscores the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the devastating impact it has on victims and their families in Swansea.