Man who threw girlfriend from tower block jailed
Man Jailed for Pushing Girlfriend from Tower Block
Victim Suffered Severe Injuries in Fall
A 22-year-old man from Solihull was sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of wounding and coercive behavior. Jordan Herring, who had previously been found guilty of controlling his girlfriend, Bobbie Goodman, 18, faced a second trial where the incident unfolded. The teenager fell from the fourth-floor flat of Herring’s mother at Merton House in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull, in November 2022, according to police.
Goodman sustained a collapsed lung and fractures to her pelvis, spine, and ribs, requiring a helicopter evacuation to the hospital. The severity of her injuries left her bedridden for a month and reliant on a wheelchair for several additional weeks. During a BBC interview, she described the experience as “very dehumanising.” “I couldn’t move, couldn’t walk, couldn’t wash myself. I really thought I might never walk again,” she said, expressing deep resentment toward Herring.
“I have a lot of hatred for this man. He’s ruined my life in so many ways,” Goodman added. “He’s made me not want to trust another man ever again. But I hope someday, I will.”
On the night of the incident, Herring’s mother made a frantic 999 call, voicing her fears. Kerrie-Anne Grogan stated: “I couldn’t call the ambulance… I should’ve done it ages ago but he’s my son. I’m scared he’s gonna get a knife and kill her.” The emergency services arrived more than an hour after the attack, as the jury was informed.
Herring described the relationship as “toxic,” with the argument on the night of the fall revolving around accusations of infidelity, according to police. The court also considered his prior conviction for coercive and controlling behavior toward Goodman. Officers highlighted their continued support for the victim and praised her bravery in detailing the abuse.
Following the sentencing, the BBC noted that the woman’s resilience in recounting her experiences was a key factor in the case. The public is encouraged to follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X, and Instagram for further updates.