Durham Police yesterday said a 33-year-old male, who was out on parole for manslaughter and kidnapping, is facing charges after a violent assault on his girlfriend.

The accused in this matter hid in his girlfriend’s vehicle without her knowledge and when she returned to the vehicle, he proceeded to assault her by choking.

The accused, who had an ankle monitoring bracelet on, removed it as he fled the area, said police.

A 33-year-old male from Oshawa is charged with: Assault (Spousal), Choking, Fail to Comply with Release Order, Mischief and Possession Contrary to Prohibition Order.

At what point should the judge be responsible for putting someone like that out on parole? The justice system is supposed to work for the victim.

And he shouldn't be charged with "choking", but attempted murder. Why are we so soft on criminals?