Man Who Tried to Bite Out Pregnant Fiancée’s Eyeball Recalled to Prison
An abusive man who brutally attacked his pregnant fiancée—attempting to bite out her eyeball—has been recalled to prison after breaching the terms of his release.
Benjamin Jones, 30, was jailed for 50 months for the horrifying assault, alongside a string of other offences. The court previously heard how Jones launched a vicious and prolonged attack on his then-partner, who was pregnant at the time, trying to bite her eye out during the ordeal.
Despite the severity of the crime, Jones was released on licence after just 12 months. However, he is now back behind bars after he attempted to contact his victim, in violation of a 10-year restraining order imposed by the court.
Recalled to Prison After Licence Breach
Police confirmed that Jones was recalled to custody after breaching licence conditions designed to protect the woman he assaulted. The restraining order was meant to prohibit any form of contact.
A spokesperson said:
“Benjamin Jones has been returned to prison after a clear and serious breach of his licence conditions, including contact with the protected person under a restraining order.”
Authorities stressed that safeguarding the victim remains a priority.
Previous Conviction
Jones’s original conviction shocked the community due to its brutality. The court was told he had launched the attack in a fit of rage, punching, kicking, and trying to bite out his partner’s eye. The woman, whose name remains protected, was taken to hospital with severe facial injuries.
At the time of sentencing, the judge described Jones as a “dangerous and controlling man” who posed a serious risk to women.
Public Outrage and Sentencing Reform Debate
News of Jones’s early release has drawn criticism from campaigners who say the justice system failed to protect the victim by allowing him back into the community so soon.
Victim support groups have reiterated calls for tougher restrictions and improved monitoring of violent offenders post-release, especially in domestic abuse cases involving restraining orders.
Anyone experiencing domestic abuse can call the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or visit www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk for confidential support.
