Wigan woman denies launching vicious hammer attack
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A Wigan woman has appeared in the dock accused of launching a vicious hammer attack against another woman.
Lyn Duffy, 44, of Mill Street, Ashton, is charged with unlawfully and maliciously intending to cause Julie Witter grievous bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon, namely a hammer, on Harwick Road, Ashton, on June 7 last year.
GBH with intent is the most serious form of assault in British law after attempted murder.
The case was adjourned until May 31.