Drunken horse rider glassed rival in Chester restaurant

Mia Troake, a 22-year-old horse rider, attacked Felicity Calveley, her love rival, in a Chester restaurant after a night of drinking. The incident occurred when Troake, feeling insecure about her relationship, confronted Calveley with taunts regarding a former boyfriend. In a fit of rage, she smashed a gin glass into Calveley's face, causing significant injury. The attack left Calveley with a scar and emotional trauma, impacting her social life and work as an estate agent. During the court proceedings, Calveley expressed the long-lasting effects of the attack, including anxiety and fear, which forced her to take three months off work. She described how the injury affected her confidence and ability to engage in social situations. The emotional toll of recounting the incident has made it difficult for her to form new connections. Troake's defense highlighted her immaturity and lack of life experience, noting that she had been drinking heavily that day after attending the races. Despite her actions, the court deemed her a low risk for reoffending, and she received a sentence of 100 hours of unpaid work. The prosecutor emphasized the substantial impact of Troake's actions on Calveley's life, contrasting their current situations. Ultimately, the case illustrates the severe consequences of impulsive actions driven by emotional turmoil, as well as the lasting effects such incidents can have on victims, both physically and psychologically.