Fashion designer Wayne Cooper got into legal trouble today due to accusations of domestic violence against his ex-wife, Sarah Marsh. The 45-year-old Cooper received a two-year good behavior bond while the court dismissed charges of stalking and intimidation.
In court, recordings were played that showed an intense argument filled with expletives between Cooper and Marsh, during which Marsh claimed she got bruises from the dispute.
Wayne Cooper, known for his fashion labels Brave and Wayne Cooper, which were popular in boutiques and Myer department stores, now faces serious domestic violence charges. These include allegations of assaulting Sarah Marsh at their Tamarama home in Sydney. He is set to appear before Waverley Local Court. These charges are significant and could lead to severe penalties if he is found guilty. Domestic violence is never acceptable, and those guilty should face legal consequences.
Next Tuesday, Wayne Cooper will attend another hearing at Waverley Local Court, where the judge will decide on his bail status. The case involves allegations of domestic violence against Marsh, tied to an incident after she had gall bladder cancer surgery.
Stephanie Cooper, another former model, testified that Cooper caused her bruises and scratches during a heated confrontation. She claimed he threw clothes into a pool and pushed her against a glass door.
At a recent court appearance, a judge was set to decide on bail for Cooper. These decisions consider various factors like the severity of the charges and the defendant’s history.
In his court appearance, Wayne Cooper pleaded not guilty to charges of assault, common assault, and intimidation. He tried to have his name suppressed from the records through his lawyer. Cooper, expected to go on trial soon, must follow strict police bail conditions. He can only return to his Tamarama residence with police escort and communicate with Marsh through legal representatives. An interim apprehended violence order is also in place.
Defense will argue whether Cooper can return home without police and how he can contact his estranged partner and children. His lawyer suggested the hostility was mutual and noted the incident happened shortly after Marsh’s cancer surgery. As a result, Marsh received a two-year good behavior bond and an apprehended domestic violence order.
Cooper’s prominence in the fashion industry is notable. His labels are available nationwide, and he appeared on several cycles of “Australia’s Next Top Model.”