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Belfast Crown Court heard that on 18 December, 2021 the woman was alone when James knocked on the door, entered uninvited and assaulted her.She told the court the incident was "akin to a stranger assault".The woman later told police she had knowledge of James, with an address at Bluefield Close in Carrickfergus, but was shocked by his presence in her home.Thinking it was her neighbour, she opened the door and was greeted by James who walked in without invitation.
"She has suffered and continues to suffer very significantly. Whilst physical injuries of this nature will heal, psychological damage may or may not for a long period of time," the judge said. After Thursday's hearing, PSNI Detective Constable Donnelly described the incident as a "distressing ordeal" for the woman.