Daniel Morgan, 35, from Rhigos, has been sentenced to three years and four months in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated vehicle taking, dangerous driving, criminal damage, and recklessly endangering life. The offences were connected to a ‘revenge attack’ following a dispute related to his marriage breakdown, the court heard.
At Merthyr Crown Court, Judge Celia Hughes described Morgan’s actions as a deliberate act of revenge intended to cause damage. The 35-year-old had been drinking at The New Inn and became enraged after comments were made about his marital issues.
The judge revealed that Morgan was abusing cocaine and consuming about six pints of alcohol daily at the time of the offence. This substance abuse contributed to his reckless behaviour behind the wheel and the significant damage caused during the incident.
Alongside the prison sentence, Morgan was disqualified from driving for three years and three months due to the dangerous driving offence involved in the case.
Judge Hughes emphasised the seriousness of the case, stating, “You acted out of revenge,” highlighting the extent of the damage and the reckless risk posed to others.
Originally published by UKNIP.
