Teenager accused of setting fire to his ex-girlfriend’s clothes, Craigavon court hears
A Craigavon judge has ordered a pre-sentence report in the case of a teenager charged with burning his ex-girlfriend’s belongings.
The defendant was charged with arson and improper use of electronic communications
The facts of the case were not opened in court. However, a defence lawyer stated that the defendant was accused of setting fire to his ex-girlfriend’s clothes and make-up.
The defendant, Jay Major (18), of Damhill Road in Craigavon, is then said to have sent a video of the incident to the injured party, along with what were said to be “mean messages”.
It is understood that the charges date to April 5, 2026.
Deputy District Judge Joe Rice said “it is a serious case” and noted that the defendant had 23 previous convictions in the youth court.
He ordered a pre-sentence report and adjourned the case until August 28, warning the defendant: “If you go near this girl and you come back in front of me you will go straight to prison.”