21.05.2026 14:10
A man described as a Manchester United fan in England allegedly attacked his ex-girlfriend for buying their son a Chelsea jersey. After the incident, where the woman was nearly strangled, the attacker received an 18-month suspended prison sentence and a 5-year restraining order.
The incident in England sent shockwaves through the football world. It emerged that a man, reportedly a Manchester United fan, attacked his ex-girlfriend for buying their son a Chelsea jersey.
CHELSEA JERSEY SPARKS CRISIS
30-year-old Paris Shears reportedly bought a Chelsea jersey as a 10th birthday gift for her son. However, it was stated that her ex-boyfriend Robert Lee Hastings, a Manchester United fan, was furious about the situation.
THREW HER AGAINST THE WALL AND TRIED TO STRANGLE HER
According to the claim, Hastings attacked Paris Shears after seeing the Chelsea jersey. It was reported that the woman was thrown against the wall and had her throat squeezed.
“I WAS BLACKING IN AND OUT”
Paris Shears described the terrifying moments, saying, "He threw me against the wall and started choking me. I was blacking in and out." The woman later stated that she ran after the attacker because she feared he would harm her children.
VIOLENCE HAD OCCURRED BEFORE
Paris Shears revealed that Robert Lee Hastings had assaulted her previously as well. She recounted being grabbed by the hair and slapped over a comment made while playing a video game.
REPORTED TO THE POLICE
Paris said she ended the relationship in April 2024 and reported Hastings to the police. It was learned that the attacker was taken into custody in September 2024.
THE COURT RENDERED ITS VERDICT
Robert Lee Hastings was found guilty of intentional strangulation, assault, and coercive behavior in the trial held at Southampton Crown Court. The court handed down an 18-month suspended prison sentence and a 5-year restraining order.
“I FEEL LIKE A PRISONER IN MY OWN HOME”
Paris Shears said her life has completely changed since the incident. The woman stated, "I am in fear 24 hours a day. He goes on with his life, but I feel like a prisoner in my own home."
LAUNCHED A PETITION
After the ordeal, Paris Shears started a petition to prevent sentence reductions for late admissions of guilt. The incident caused a huge uproar in England.