A domestic violence victim is a brave woman.

She wants the community to see what happened to her.

She believes people need to know more about domestic violence.

Her assailant, Robert Rome Green, 48, will serve a 70-year sentence in prison.

A Lexington County jury convicted him of attempted murder and 1st-degree arson last week.

The 11th Circuit Solicitor’s Office this week released photographs of the victim.

She elected to share them with the public for domestic violence awareness.

The photos reflect her appearance prior to the crime and also after her burn injuries.

You can see the photos on Page A3. Be advised, the images are graphic.

This marked the 1st jury trial of the year.

The court last year ordered closure of proceedings due to the covid-19 pandemic.

All parties adhered to safety guidelines throughout the trial for protection.

The 5-day trial began Monday, April 5 and concluded Friday, April 9.

The jury returned guilty verdicts on both charges.

Circuit Court Judge Debra McCaslin imposed sentences of: • 30 years on the attempted murder verdict.

• 40 years on the 1st-degree arson verdict.

The sentences must be served consecutively which means he will not leave prison alive. Green will begin immediate service of the sentence and is not eligible for parole.

This case was prosecuted by 11th Circuit Deputy Solicitor Suzanne Mayes and Assistant Solicitor LeAnna McMenamin.

The investigation was conducted by Investigator William Dougall of the Cayce Department of Public Safety.

“We continue to be inspired by the strength and courage of the victim,” Mayes said.

“She has persevered through unimaginable circumstances.

“First, she fought for her life and won.

“Now, she has traveled a long and painful path to achieve justice and prevailed.”

11th Circuit Solicitor Rick Hubbard called the case “an incredibly tragic and horrific crime of domestic violence.”

Hubbard said, “this sentence sends a powerful message that crimes of brutality against women will not and cannot be tolerated.

“Above all, we are encouraged by the victim’s spirit and fortitude in bringing her attacker to justice.”