Dramatic moment hero onlookers pummel vile abuser who launched horrific attack on wife on packed beach in broad daylight
THIS is the shocking moment an abuser is battered by hero onlookers after he brutally attacked his wife on a packed beach.
Witnesses described the man erupting into a jealous rage after spotting his partner chatting with another man on a beach in the Dominican Republic.
Chaotic footage shows the man slap a woman, who he mistook for his wife, across the head with such force she immediately collapses to the sand.
When she looked up in horror, the man realised he had hit the wrong woman.
He then rushes to the shallows after spotting his partner and immediately begins beating her.
Water splashes as she struggles to stay above the water line amid his fits of rage.
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Domestic abuse – how to get help
DOMESTIC abuse can affect anyone – including men – and does not always involve physical violence.
Here are some signs that you could be in an abusive relationship:
- Emotional abuse – Including being belittled, blamed for the abuse – gaslighting – being isolated from family and friends, having no control over your finances, what you where and who you speak to
- Threats and intimidation – Some partners might threaten to kill or hurt you, destroy your belongings, stalk or harass you
- Physical abuse – This can range from slapping or hitting to being shoved over, choked or bitten.
- Sexual abuse – Being touched in a way you do not want to be touched, hurt during sex, pressured into sex or forced to have sex when you do not consent.
If any of the above apply to you or a friend, you can call these numbers:
- The Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge on 0808 2000 247 for free at any time, day or night
- Men who are being abused can call Respect Men’s Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 or ManKind on 0182 3334 244
- Those who identify as LGBT+ can ring Galop on 0800 999 5428
- If you are in immediate danger or fear for your life, always ring 999
Remember, you are not alone.
1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience domestic abuse over the course of their lifetime.
Every 30 seconds the police receive a call for help relating to domestic abuse.
The Sun has chosen not to show the attack on the women.
Horrified bystanders run to the victims’ aid, pulling him off the woman.
Moments later after he wades towards the shore, a man in a baseball cap punches him in the face.
An outraged group join the fray, battering the abuser in the sea.
The assault took place on Saona Island in the Dominican Republic on Friday July 3.
Dominican tourism police have confirmed they are investigating the case.
Officers are appealing for additional witnesses to support the probe.
No arrests have been made yet.
The video quickly triggered widespread outrage across social networks.
Thousands of users condemned the attack, calling on Dominican law enforcement and tourism authorities to launch an investigation, identify the aggressor, and hold them accountable.
The incident took place at Saona Island, a destination that hosts millions of tourists every year.
It is renowned for its pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and status as a protected area within Cotubanamá National Park.
The island attracts thousands of tourists daily for boat excursions, snorkelling, and relaxing beach days.