Members Only Jail for Portadown man who damaged ex-partner’s car with wheel brace A defence lawyer said there 'no excuses' for the behaviour but the defendant 'was going through an incredibly difficult period in his life' and 'turned to drugs' by Court Reporter October 31, 2025 A Portadown man who used a wheel brace to damage his ex-partner's car has been jailed.... This content is for Armagh I members only. Consider supporting local, independent journalism by signing up for a monthly - or annual – membership. Weekly Membership £1.99 / Week Unlimited weekly access to Armagh ICancel any time Sign Up Monthly Membership £4.99 / Month Unlimited access to all Armagh I contentSupport independent journalism Sign Up Annual Membership £49.99 / Year Two months FREE with an annual membershipUnlimited access to all Armagh I contentSupporting local independent news Sign Up Already have an account? Sign in Login Local jobs Sign Up To Our Newsletter RelatedcourtsMembersPaywallPortadown Most read today Community service for Portadown man who was ‘going mad’ and ‘wrecking’ house Armagh City and manager Shea Campbell part ways after five and a half years Portadown woman tendered counterfeit currency in Rushmere Shopping Centre More in members Suspended jail term for Portadown motorist Judge tells man he might ‘come out a better pool player’ if jailed and opts for Probation instead Judge says he is ‘very slow’ to jail people as it costs taxpayers over £1,000 a week per prisoner Woman told to ‘wipe the smile of your face’ as she is remanded in custody on damage charges