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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Neil Docking & Ashlie Blakey

'Abusive' dad threatened to burn down house with his 10-month-old baby inside

An 'abusive' dad threatened to burn down his ex-girlfriend's house while his 10-month-old baby was inside, a court heard.

Francis Casey said he'd 'smack in' the heads of his ex-partner and baby daughter in a series of vile voicemails, the Liverpool Echo reports.

The 30-year-old repeatedly turned up to his victim's home and workplace and demanded money, leaving her fearing for her life.

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