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Paul Bell of Widgeon Road admits attack at court in Darlington
Paul Bell, 55, of Widgeon Road, Darlington, appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court on June 8.
He pleaded guilty to assaulting a man by beating him on June 18, 2025, in Darlington.
The court handed Bell a 24-month conditional discharge, meaning no further action will be taken if he does not commit another offence during this period.
Magistrates also ordered Bell to pay £100 compensation to the man concerned.
In addition, Bell must pay £400 in costs to the Crown Prosecution Service.
The court prioritised compensation, so no victim surcharge was imposed. A collection order was made, with Bell required to make weekly payments of £10, starting June 22, 2026. Bell’s guilty plea was taken into account when sentencing.
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