Wisbech man jailed for assaulting girlfriend in domestic violence incident

Vaidas Paskevicius, a 39-year-old man, was found guilty of assaulting his girlfriend during a conflict in Wisbech. The incident involved him pushing her onto a bed and then striking and kicking her violently after an argument that made her fear for her safety. Witnesses nearby heard her screams and stepped in to help. Initially, Paskevicius denied any wrongdoing but later admitted to assault by beating in Huntingdon Magistrates' Court. He was sentenced to four weeks in jail. Detective DC Joshua Crown highlighted that domestic abuse is never justified, reaffirming the authorities’ commitment to protecting victims. The case underscores the serious repercussions of such actions, with the perpetrator in custody and the victim receiving ongoing support.