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Domestic abuse victim says sentence is 'slap on the wrist'

By Catherine MorrisonA woman who was attacked and left with severe injuries by her then-partner has said she feels let down by the judicial system.

The 34-year-old's injuries included a broken nose, missing teeth, severe bruising throughout her body and a wound to her leg.McKinley was also made subject to a five-year restraining order which bans him from harassing Ms Gilmore or causing her to fear violence from him.

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