Jogger struck on neck
A Douglas man has pleaded guilty to causing actual bodily harm.
Twenty-eight-year-old Anthony James Graham Ford admitted assaulting Michael James Smethurst in the early hours of December 20th last year as the victim was jogging past him.
The court heard how CCTV footage shows Ford taking a sideways step into Mr Smethurst's path before striking him in the neck.
Ford has been granted police bail and the case has been adjourned until 2.30pm on March 10.
Charity plans baby loss memorial garden at Noble's Hospital
Arlo’s Adventure is appealing for help from the Manx community to transform an unused courtyard
New rights for neonatal care leave and carer's leave on the way
Employment (Amendment) Bill 2025 completed its passage through Legislative Council
Improving Island's whistleblowing policies like 'turning an oil tanker', says PSC
Chair says it's too soon to say how effective they are
Old Castletown Road to close for over two weeks
It is so 'essential' refurbishments can be carried out
Fewer property sales in January but average price rises
Latest figures show average property price at £341,000
