A footballer has spoken out after charges he abused his ex-partner through punishing exercise routines were dropped. Former Ross County midfielder Harry Paton was due to stand trial over three domestic abuse charges but walked free after prosecutors dropped the case.
It was claimed Paton, 24, insisted the woman exercise daily “according to his instructions” and dictated what clothes to wear. He was also said to have monitored her spending and thrown household items around while arguing with her.
Paton told the Record: “I’m very thankful that the charges against me have been dropped. I’m excited and eager to get back playing football again. All of the allegations were false and not true. These false accusations harmed my professional career, along with my day-to-day life.
