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Headteacher Who Attacked Deputy Released From Custody

The Ministry of Justice says he is on a risk-assessed Home Detention Curfew with electronic tagging.

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Overview

  • Officials confirmed his release in August 2025 but did not provide a specific date.
  • He must comply with strict licence conditions, including an electronically monitored curfew set by law for at least nine hours a day, typically 12, with breach risking recall to prison.
  • Anthony Felton, 54, admitted attempted grievous bodily harm with intent and was sentenced in April at Swansea Crown Court to two years and four months.
  • The court was told the March 5 attack at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Comprehensive in Aberavon stemmed from "overwhelming sexual jealousy" linked to a workplace relationship.
  • Deputy head Richard Pyke, 51, was treated for minor injuries, and video evidence captured the assault before Felton left and emailed staff an apology.