Armley, Leeds: Rich Dobinson

CONVICTED (2023) | Richard Dobinson, born June 1985, of Burnsall Grange, Armley, Leeds LS12 – kicked and threw a dog during a domestic violence incident

Richard Dobinson from Leeds. Dog abuser. Woman beater. Police mugshot.

Dobinson was jailed for two-and-a-half years following a campaign of horrific violence against his former partner, which culminated in an attack against her dog.

The attack on the unnamed dog took place in August 15, 2022. The court hear that he kicked the dog in the stomach, making him cry out in pain. He then picked the dog up by his shoulders and hurled him onto the concrete. The dog lost two front teeth in the incident and also suffered severe gum damage.

Richard Dobinson from Leeds. Dog abuser. Woman beater. Picture: Facebook.

Dobinson had been in a relationship with the woman from 2021 and during that time she had been subjected to domestic abuse on multiple occasions.

On May 1, 2022, during a row. Dobinson grabbed the woman’s neck and threw her across the room, causing bruising to her hip and also breathing difficulties.

On another occasion Dobinson strangled her to the point where she couldn’t breathe. As she struggled to get to her feet he headbutted her causing a cut on her nose.

The woman wanted to go for medical treatment but Dobinson stopped her from doing so.

Richard Dobinson from Leeds. Dog abuser. Woman beater. Picture: Facebook.

Dobinson admitted common assault, actual bodily harm assault, strangulation and an animal cruelty charge.

The court heard Dobinson had previous alcohol and temper-related convictions on his criminal record, and there had been past offending involving a previous partner.

Sentencing | 30-month prison term; indefinite restraining order.

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