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Family Feud: Woman Attacks Bride's Dress, Gets Suspended Sentence

4/17/2026

Summary

Story summary

On April 17, 2026, Antonia Eastwood attacked Gemma Monk, throwing black paint on her wedding dress at Oakwood House in Maidstone.
The attack stemmed from a family feud linked to Eastwood's wedding a year earlier, yet Gemma Monk married Ken Monk two hours later and canceled the honeymoon.
Antonia Eastwood pleaded guilty to criminal damage and received a suspended 10-month sentence, 160 hours of community service, £5,000 in compensation.

History

Historical Context

The feud between the Alameddine and Hamzy families, rooted in tensions from the 1990s, has escalated into violent confrontations, reminiscent of the infamous Hatfield-McCoy feud. In 2025, Antonia Eastwood's attack on Gemma Monk during her wedding echoed these historical conflicts, leading to Eastwood's conviction for criminal damage. Such incidents underscore the lasting impact of familial disputes on community dynamics and personal relationships.

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Story summary

On April 17, 2026, Antonia Eastwood attacked Gemma Monk, throwing black paint on her wedding dress at Oakwood House in Maidstone.
The attack stemmed from a family feud linked to Eastwood's wedding a year earlier, yet Gemma Monk married Ken Monk two hours later and canceled the honeymoon.
Antonia Eastwood pleaded guilty to criminal damage and received a suspended 10-month sentence, 160 hours of community service, £5,000 in compensation.

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