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Michael Mackey Sentenced for Assault and Drink Driving

2/28/2026

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Michael Mackey was sentenced to 12 months in prison for assaulting a family member and for drink driving.
On July 16, 2025, he drove intoxicated, with a breath test of 600 micrograms per litre.
During a confrontation, he hit a relative with a whisky bottle, causing significant injury.
Judge Gerard Winter noted Mackey's violent history and criticized the lack of rehabilitation, while Mackey pledged to address his addiction.

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Michael Mackey was sentenced to 12 months in prison for assaulting a family member and for drink driving.
On July 16, 2025, he drove intoxicated, with a breath test of 600 micrograms per litre.
During a confrontation, he hit a relative with a whisky bottle, causing significant injury.
Judge Gerard Winter noted Mackey's violent history and criticized the lack of rehabilitation, while Mackey pledged to address his addiction.