Former Australia cricketer Michael Slater pleads guilty to domestic violence charges

Michael Slater, a former Test cricketer for Australia, has been sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to domestic violence charges.

However, the 55-year-old is expected to be released based on time already served.

The remainder of his sentence has been suspended for five years.

Slater was taken into custody last year on charges of unlawful stalking or intimidation, breaking into a dwelling with intent at night, common assault, assault occasioning bodily harm and choking or suffocation.

The offences took place between December 2...
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