Paralyzed woman affirms boyfriend’s role in her neck injury

Robert Easom, 57, was sentenced to 16 years in prison for violently attacking his girlfriend, Trudi Burgess, leaving her paralyzed. The assault followed eight years of controlling and abusive behavior, culminating in a brutal incident after Burgess announced her intention to leave. Despite Easom initially claiming she had an accident, Burgess bravely revealed the truth in the hospital. The court heard how the attack robbed her of her health, independence, and peace of mind.

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