Dunmurry man sent his ex-partner abusive messages and phoned her excessively, Lisburn court hears
A man charged with harassing his ex-partner has been given a conditional discharge by Lisburn Magistrates Court.
Liam Connor Bingham, 29, whose address was given as Lagmore Meadows in Dunmurry, appeared before Lisburn Magistrates Court on February 12, charged with harassment.
The court heard that on August 9, 2025 the police received a report from the injured party stating that her ex-partner has been harassing her for several months, sending her abusive messages and phoning her excessively.
The court heard the defendant was subsequently arrested and admitted sending messages and making phone calls, saying he did it out of frustration as she had been denying him access to his child.
During police interview, the defendant admitted it was “the wrong way to go about things”.
The court was told that the defendant had no previous record.
A defence lawyer stated: “The matter dates back 10 months and there have been no further incidents.”
He continued: “He is extremely apologetic for his behaviour. He was very frank in his interview with probation.
“He acted aggressively and acted in the wrong way. There will not be any further issues in the future.
"I am confident in saying you will not see him back before the court.”
During sentencing, District Judge Mark Hamill said: “Generally I take a very dim view of this kind of offence but every case has its own merits.”
Mr Hamill imposed a conditional discharge for 12 months.
He warned the defendant: “Offend again in 12 months and it will go badly for you.”