A teenager who watched her mother's partner abuse her for years was not jailed for stabbing him.

Nineteen-year-old Harley Bowring has been spared jail time after pleading guilty to grievous bodily harm at Teesside Crown Court. The young man, who had been forced to witness years of abuse at the hands of his mother's ex-partner, finally snapped and stabbed him in self-defense. Despite his admission of guilt, the judge decided to suspend his 18-month prison sentence upon learning of the underlying circumstances.

During the trial, Bowring's lawyer, Jonathan Walker, shared the harrowing details of his client's past. He explained that the teenager had been subjected to constant physical and emotional abuse while growing up, causing his family to remove him from their home at the young age of 14. This particular incident, Walker argued, was a result of a rare and extreme reaction to years of abuse and provocation.

Further details of the abuse were revealed, with Vout - the victim in this case - playing a central role. Despite not being involved in the legal proceedings, Vout was known for verbally and physically assaulting Bowring's mother whenever the young man would visit. According to Walker, this was a source of enjoyment for Vout, who would often taunt and threaten Bowring as well. In a moment of sheer frustration and anger, Bowring lost control and acted out violently.

The judge, Mr. Recorder Andrew Smith MBE, acknowledged the severity of the offense and the potential consequences of Bowring's actions. He stated that it was fortunate that Vout was not severely injured, although it was not due to Bowring's intention. The judge also mentioned that the attack was a result of pent-up anger and a desire for revenge, as Bowring had gone to Vout's house with a weapon and repeatedly stabbed him.

Despite the gravity of the situation, the judge took into account the unique circumstances and decided to impose a suspended sentence. Bowring was sentenced to 18 months in custody, but it will be suspended for two years. In addition, he will have to attend rehabilitation activity requirement days, complete 100 hours of unpaid work, and adhere to a three-month curfew from 7pm to 7am. It is hoped that these measures will help Bowring address his underlying issues and prevent any future incidents.

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