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The Sun
6 hours ago
- The Sun
Man, 72, ‘throttles neighbour, causes £1k of damage to his prized Jag & assaults daughter in row over shared driveway'
A MAN throttled his neighbour during a row over a shared driveway and caused damage to their luxury Jaguar, a court has heard. Trevor Hollisey, 72, is accused of grabbing neighbour Neil Ford by the throat for "ten to 15 seconds" and assaulting his wife, Michelle. 3 3 3 Mr Hollisey, who runs a bathroom and kitchen installation firm, is also alleged to have caused £1,363 worth of damage to Mr Ford's Jaguar F-PACE during the incident last December. The company director faces two charges of assault and one of criminal damage. Wife Jennifer Hollisey, 79, also faces two charges of assault relating to the couple next door, as well as causing £3.99 of damage to her neighbour's phone in the incident. Both pleaded not guilty to the charges at Norwich Magistrates' Court last week. The court was told there was a "very messy history" to the row over the driveway, which the couple share with at least three other properties in the village of Bressingham in Norfolk. The court heard prosecutor Katherine Newson say that the alleged victims and the defendants had fallen out in a "dispute over access to their driveway". Declan Gallagher, defending the couple, said it was a "confrontation" as a result of a "long-term dispute" and that "there is a very messy history to this". When magistrates were seeking a date for the trial, Mr Hollisey interjected and told the court they "have several holidays booked this year and next". The case has been set for a two-day trial at Ipswich Magistrates' Court between March 10 and 11 next year. The couple, of High Road, Bressingham, were given conditional bail and told to have no contact with their neighbours.
Daily Mail
17 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Company boss, 72, 'throttled his neighbour and damaged his Jaguar in 'very messy' dispute over shared driveway of his £540,000 home', court hears
A company boss throttled his neighbour and damaged his expensive Jaguar car during an altercation over a 'very messy' long-running shared driveway dispute, a court has heard. Trevor Hollisey, 72, who owns a kitchen fitting business with his wife Jennifer, 79, is accused of grabbing Neil Ford by the throat 'for ten to 15 seconds' and assaulting his wife, Michelle. He is also charged with causing more than £1,300 of damage to a Jaguar F-PACE belonging to his next-door neighbours. Mrs Hollisey, is accused of assaulting Mr Ford and his 20-year-old daughter, Sophie, as well as causing £3.99 damage to Sophie's phone screen protector. The Holliseys bought their detached home, Highfield House, in the Norfolk village of Bressingham for £540,000 in March 2021, while the Fords moved into their £672,000 home, Copper Dene, six months later. Prosecutor Katherine Newson said the couples had subsequently fallen out in a 'dispute over access to their driveway'. She told magistrates in Norwich that the disagreement centred around the alleged victims opening the gate onto the defendants' section of the driveway. Previously, there had been complaints to the police about the 'paving being smashed'. Matters allegedly came to a head on December 30 last year when Hollisey grabbed Mr Ford by the throat 'for ten to 15 seconds' and assaulted his wife. He is also accused of deliberately damaging the luxury Jaguar, causing £1,363 of damage. Hollisey denies the criminal damage charge and a count of assault by beating against Mrs Ford. No plea was entered for the charge of intentional strangulation during the hearing on Friday. His wife denied two assault by beating charges involving Mr Ford and his daughter and the Crown Prosecution Service withdrew a count of common assault against the pair. She also pleaded not guilty to damaging the screen protector on Sophie's phone. Declan Gallagher, defending the Holliseys, said the 'confrontation' was the result of a 'long-term dispute' and that 'there is a very messy history to this'. When magistrates starting looking for dates to hold a trial, Mr Hollisey interjected and said he and his wife 'have several holidays booked this year and next'. The Bench eventually decided that the case would be heard at Ipswich Magistrates Court on March 10 and 11 next year. The Holliseys were released on conditional bail and told they must have no contact with their neighbours. Mr Hollisey set up Ultimate Choice Bathrooms and Kitchens in Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, in 1987, where there is still a showroom. The company's website says he now works alongside his son Lee. It adds: 'The driving force behind our success for the last 36 years is Trevor's and Lee's high standards and demand for excellent workmanship on every installation.'
Associated Press
18-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Big Happy Welcomes Ad Tech Veteran Neil Ford as Head of Sales for Midwest and West Coast Amid Record-Breaking Growth
NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Big Happy, the leader in high-impact mobile advertising, announced today that Neil Ford has joined the company as Head of Sales, Midwest and West Coast. A highly respected figure in the advertising industry, Ford brings a wealth of expertise from his roles as SVP of Brand Partnerships and Enterprise Partnerships at Innovid and VP of Sales at GumGum, where he spearheaded Central and Canadian sales. His appointment comes at a pivotal moment as Big Happy continues its trajectory of 120%+ year-over-year growth, driven by its commitment to combining cutting-edge creative with deep measurable integrations and best-in-class client service. Following a year of strategic investment, rapid team expansion, and industry-defining innovation, Ford's leadership will be instrumental in expanding its footprint across key markets, reinforcing its position as the go-to mobile platform for brands looking to deliver engaging, results-driven ad experiences. 'I am thrilled to join Big Happy at such an exciting time,' said Ford. 'The company's rapid growth and dynamic culture are truly inspiring, and I'm eager to help drive even more success. Our focus is clear—creating beautiful, high-performing mobile ads at speed, making brands happier with every campaign.' Jonathan Frohlinger, CEO and Founder of Big Happy, underscored the significance of Ford's arrival: 'Our mission to become the largest mobile platform for brands in North America has never been more real. Neil is exactly the type of leader we need to rapidly accelerate our expansion in the Midwest and West and bring business results to our clients across the country. His expertise, relationships, and passion for innovation will be invaluable as we help more brands unlock the full potential of Big Happy's platform.' About Big Happy: Big Happy is the Ad Tech leader in high-impact mobile ads—by combining cutting-edge creative with unmatched service, deep industry integrations, and a relentless focus on client success, they're reimagining what mobile advertising should be. Big Happy was the winner of the Martech Mobile Marketing Innovation For press inquiries, please contact:
