Linden businessman remanded for assaulting ex-girlfriend
Linden businessman Hilton Lyle was on Friday remanded for assaulting a woman.
Lyle appeared before Magistrate Wanda Fortune at the Linden Magistrate’s Court on two charges of threatening behaviour along with assault causing actual bodily harm, and malicious damage of property charges.
The prosecution is contending that the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 02:00h.
Charged: Businessman Hilton Lyle
Lyle, who operates Foreign Links Auto Parts and Accessories, Foreign Links Motor Cycle and Spare Parts and Tropical Reflection Restaurant and Bar, was arrested for allegedly assaulting the woman, who is said to be his ex-girlfriend, and her male companion.
According to the prosecution, the businessman assaulted the woman with a firearm at a house in Amelia’s ward. The woman was taken to the Linden Hospital Complex where she was treated for the injuries she sustained.
It was also reported that the businessman followed the male companion to the hospital where he allegedly threatened him with a firearm.
The matter was reported to the Police station and the businessman was subsequently arrested and charged with the offence. The case will continue on November 3. (G9)
