Aston Greenwood of Chadderton has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after a shocking early-morning home invasion and savage assault on his partner and her children in Manchester.
The 15-year sentence, along with an additional five years on licence, follows a horrendous attack that left the victim fearing for her life.
In June 2021, Greenwood broke into the victim’s home on Lancaster Street during the night. The victim woke to find Greenwood attempting to force his way inside. While on the phone to police, she ran to her children’s bedroom and tried to barricade the door.
However, Greenwood smashed through the door and launched a sustained, violent assault in front of the terrified children. He repeatedly punched and kicked her, used objects to attack her, and horrifically stabbed her eyes with a shard of glass from a broken lamp.
The police arrived just in time to stop the rampage and, after a brief struggle, arrested Greenwood. He later pleaded guilty to multiple charges including grievous bodily harm (GBH), controlling and coercive behaviour, threats to kill, and assault of a child.
During sentencing, the court imposed a 15-year jail term followed by five years on licence. Greenwood also received a lifelong restraining order banning any contact with the victim or her children.
Detective Constable Demi Greenan of GMP Manchester CID said, “Greenwood is a violent domestic abuser showing escalating behaviour. This horrific attack left the victim terrified, fearing for her life. Our community is safer with him behind bars.”
She added, “GMP will not tolerate violence against victims. We urge anyone suffering abuse to report it and seek help.”
If you are a victim of domestic abuse or concerned about someone, call 101. In an emergency, dial 999 immediately.
Originally published by UKNIP.
