Particle.news
Download on the App Store
8 ARTICLES
·
4w ago

Michael Slater Sentenced to Four Years for Domestic Violence, Released After Time Served

The former Australian cricketer's sentence, tied to a series of offences in 2023-2024, highlights his struggles with alcoholism and personal decline.

A man in a pale blue suit outside court.
Image
Image

Overview

  • Michael Slater pleaded guilty to seven domestic violence-related charges, including assault, strangulation, burglary, and stalking.
  • The 55-year-old was sentenced to four years in prison but released immediately after serving 375 days in custody.
  • Judge Glen Cash identified Slater's alcoholism as the root cause of his violent behavior and a key barrier to rehabilitation.
  • The offences occurred in the Noosa region between December 2023 and April 2024, with the victim reporting threats and harassment, including over 100 daily text messages.
  • Slater, a former Test cricketer and TV commentator, had a previous community corrections order in 2022 for assault and stalking, reflecting a pattern of legal troubles.