Overview

• Witnesses say the incident took place approximately a week ago off the coast of Oeiras during the couple’s world sailing voyage
• The non-swimming partner spent several minutes in the water before passing boaters pulled her aboard and she sustained only minor injuries
• Portuguese prosecutors have charged the 60-year-old Briton with domestic violence alongside attempted murder and he remains in custody ahead of trial
• The couple had known each other for about a year before launching their December departure and sources say the voyage was marred by repeated verbal and physical abuse
• A conviction for attempted murder in Portugal typically carries a prison term of five to ten years