Alan Blackman, an 80-year-old Navy veteran, avoided jail after pleading guilty to recklessly endangering life by squirting white spirit through the letterbox of his ex-partner, who awareness of the potential danger prevented a possible fire. Their 20-year relationship ended in a manner Blackman did not accept well. The victim expressed the lasting trauma of feeling unsafe in her home, particularly knowing her grandchildren could have been in danger. This incident highlighted the profound effects of domestic disputes and criminal recklessness, emphasizing the victim’s loss of independence and security.
I still wake in the night wondering how much worse the situation could have been had I not woken up and put the landing light on when I did.
This incident has left her feeling unsafe in her own home, she said, previously she was very independent and confident.
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