James Argent’s ex-girlfriend, Nicoline Artursson has launched a press release following the truth star’s violent assault whereas they had been on vacation.
Nicoline, 32, took to her Instagram Tales the place she shared particulars concerning the assault, which came about outdoors their new residence in Spain final month.
Argent has since been given a six-month suspended sentence and a two-year restraining order to forestall him from approaching or contacting Nicoline.
The fact TV star pleaded responsible to ‘ill-treatment within the discipline of gender violence’ and should do a rehabilitation course as a part of his sentence.
Following the incident, Nicoline took to her social media on Friday (6 June) the place she spoke about what occurred.
She defined that though their relationship began as a ‘love story’ it changed into ‘one thing else’.
“It’s now been a month. I nonetheless can’t consider it. My fractures on my physique have lastly healed however I’m wounded inside. I’ve been quiet lengthy sufficient. Silence protects nobody – and it nearly destroyed me,” she defined.
“What began as a love story sadly changed into one thing else. Behind the images, guarantees and the plans for a life collectively, the gorgeous days became unhappiness with emotional manipulation and ultimately bodily hurt.”
Previous to the incident, Nicoline has posted a query on Instagram about ex companions.
“Sure I posted an Instagram story with a easy sure or no query about in case your ex ought to be part of your current relationship,” she added.
“I felt there have been too many individuals in our relationship: me, my boyfriend and his ex. ‘Three’s a crowd’, they are saying.
“I requested so many occasions if we could possibly be simply the 2 of us, however the reply was a robust NO. I skilled what I can solely describe as focused emotional misery which he allowed to proceed.”
Talking concerning the night in query, Nicoline claimed that she had opened the door to Argent earlier than he ‘threw her out of [their] new residence’.
“I used to be brutally thrown out of our new residence in the course of the evening carrying solely my pyjamas. I opened the door to let him in and solely minutes after I discovered myself laying down on the steps outdoors our home,” she recalled.
“My garments and belongings had been being thrown out from the balcony down on me. I used to be injured.
“Due to unbelievable neighbours who heard and noticed what occurred and acted, I acquired assist. They known as police, introduced me to security and ensured the incident was taken significantly.
“A gentleman doesn’t abuse you and find yourself in jail and name you the love of his life. A gentleman doesn’t blame you for his actions. A gentleman will open up to his accomplice, household and shut circle of buddies, preserving them shut and protected. A gentleman chooses you at all times and leaves the previous prior to now – together with exes.”
LADbible has reached out to Argent’s rep for remark.
Nicoline’s assertion in full
“It’s now been a month. I nonetheless can’t consider it. My fractures on my physique have lastly healed however I’m wounded inside. I’ve been quiet lengthy sufficient. Silence protects nobody – and it nearly destroyed me.
“What began as a love story sadly changed into one thing else. Behind the images, guarantees and the plans for a life collectively – the gorgeous days – became one thing into unhappiness with emotional manipulation and ultimately bodily hurt.
“I cherished deeply, believed in our future and stood by somebody I believed would defend me and as an alternative I used to be left alone and harmed in methods I by no means imagined.
“I used to be not solely failed by him however deeply affected by the presence of unresolved ties to his previous.
“Sure I posted an Instagram story with a easy sure or no query about in case your ex ought to be part of your current relationship. I felt there have been too many individuals in our relationship: me, my boyfriend and his ex. ‘Three’s a crowd’, they are saying.
“I requested so many occasions if we could possibly be simply the 2 of us, however the reply was a robust NO. I skilled what I can solely describe as focused emotional misery which he allowed to proceed.
“The ex and her household put us by means of a lot distress and false accusations, I received’t go into particulars. They’d no purpose by any means to do what they did to us, however for some purpose they wouldn’t let go and allow us to get pleasure from our love.
“All people is aware of that actual buddies help you and need to see you cheerful.
“So I posted a narrative on Instagram.
“After being collectively for one 12 months my boyfriend lastly promised me that he would have boundaries.
“He would put a cease to all that had been occurring for months.
“However he didn’t. As a substitute he broke the promise and her controlling behaviour continued. The remainder is historical past.
“I used to be brutally thrown out of our new residence in the course of the evening carrying solely my pyjamas. I opened the door to let him in and solely minutes after I discovered myself laying down on the steps outdoors our home.
“My garments and belongings had been being thrown out from the balcony down on me. I used to be injured.
“Due to unbelievable neighbours who heard and noticed what occurred and acted, I acquired assist. They known as police, introduced me to security and ensured the incident was taken significantly.
“A gentleman doesn’t abuse you and find yourself in jail and name you the love of his life. A gentleman doesn’t blame you for his actions. A gentleman will open up to his accomplice, household and shut circle of buddies, preserving them shut and protected. A gentleman chooses you at all times and leaves the previous prior to now – together with exes.
“Life is to be lived collectively and to not please individuals who need to reap the benefits of you. On the finish of the day, fame can solely accomplish that a lot – it’s all about being sturdy and rising collectively.
“Life is solely not a actuality TV present, life is actual.
“I’ve tried to know why. I’ve cried so many tears fascinated by the way in which he selected to harm me. He stated he cherished me and I believed him and right here we’re.
“There’s now a authorized report of what occurred. Violence has no excuse – regardless of how a lot love preceded it.
“To those that questioned me for staying so long as I did: I stayed as a result of I believed in love. I believed he and we may develop, may heal, may select peace. However love doesn’t survive in chaos. And it can’t survive the place violence lives.
“To each girl studying this: in the event you’ve ever questioned your value, your security or your sanity in a relationship – that is your signal. You deserved to be cherished with care and integrity. And you aren’t alone.
“To the lads: actual power is safety. Actual love is protected. Be the form of man who lifts ladies up – not one who breaks them down, neither by violence or silence.
“To the long run: by no means say by no means. I’ll get the little household I’ve at all times dreamed of and have my dream wedding ceremony to symbolise and have a good time real love in entrance of my expensive household and buddies.
“I’m therapeutic now. Slowly, bravely and unapologetically. I’ll rise and I’ll use my voice – not for vengeance however for reality. For each girl who’s been silenced by somebody who stated ‘I like you’ after which proved in any other case.
“This isn’t simply my story. It’s a reminder: abuse – whether or not emotional, psychological or bodily – has no place in love.”
