'I feel like an empty shell after what he did to me' says brave mum of 3 (opens original article in a new tab)

A mother of three was assaulted by her partner, Jack Metcalfe, who headbutted and punched her in front of their children in Leeds. Metcalfe was sentenced to 28 months in prison and given a 10-year restraining order.

• The victim described feeling like an 'empty shell' after the attack.
• Metcalfe admitted to assault causing actual bodily harm and assault by beating.
• The attack occurred days after the victim's mother died.
• The victim now experiences flashbacks and feels isolated.