
A 23-year-old woman from Brican district was sentenced to 4 years and 6 months in prison for violence against her mother. As a result of an alcoholic incident, she beat the elderly woman, causing her serious bodily injuries. The victim, who had suffered years of abuse, decided to contact the police but had previously kept quiet for fear of causing problems for her daughter and grandson. The defendant pleaded guilty and the case was heard under a simplified procedure.