Barmaid Recalls Being Thrown from Tower Block by Ex-Boyfriend in Jealous Rage
A young barmaid has bravely shared her harrowing experience of being thrown from a fourth-floor window by her former boyfriend in a shocking domestic violence attack. Bobbie Goodman, now 21, suffered life-altering injuries in the assault that occurred in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull.
The Night of the Attack
On the evening of November 12, 2022, Bobbie Goodman was attacked by her then-boyfriend Jordan Herring at his mother's high-rise flat. During an argument fueled by jealousy, Herring threatened to kill her before throwing her from the window. CCTV footage captured the terrifying moment Bobbie plummeted approximately 40 feet onto a grass verge outside Merton House.
The injuries sustained were catastrophic: a collapsed lung, shattered pelvis, multiple broken ribs, and a smashed spine. Bobbie was airlifted to hospital where she spent a month in intensive care and several more months confined to a wheelchair during her recovery.
Delayed Justice and Court Proceedings
While Bobbie fought to recover from her physical injuries, she faced additional trauma as Herring repeatedly claimed she had jumped from the window rather than being thrown. This false narrative created what Bobbie described as a "nightmare" situation where she felt disbelieved by authorities and faced accusations from Herring's friends and family.
Jordan Herring, 22, was eventually found guilty of grievous bodily harm at Birmingham Crown Court, though he was cleared of attempted murder. He was also convicted of coercive and controlling behavior toward Bobbie in an earlier trial. The court heard disturbing details about Herring's actions after the attack, including how he casually walked downstairs, picked up the unconscious and bleeding Bobbie, and carried her back to the flat before emergency services were called.
Impact on the Victim
Bobbie described the three-year wait for justice as "dehumanizing" and a "constant struggle." Due to court backlogs following the COVID-19 pandemic, Herring wasn't convicted until January 30, 2026 - 1,175 days after his arrest. Bobbie expressed disappointment that Herring was cleared of attempted murder and concern that he might receive only three to four years in prison for his crimes.
"I couldn't move, couldn't walk, couldn't wash myself," Bobbie recalled of her recovery. "I really thought I might never walk again. Even though it happened three years ago I still have a lot of hatred for this man. He's ruined my life in so many ways."
Warning Signs and Recovery
Reflecting on the relationship, Bobbie identified early warning signs of controlling behavior that she initially dismissed because they weren't physical. Herring would frequently accuse her of cheating, take her phone, and attempt to isolate her from family and friends.
Today, Bobbie still walks with three metal pins in her hip and experiences memory lapses, but she has returned to work as a barmaid at Birmingham Airport. She hopes her story will inspire other women to recognize and escape toxic relationships before they escalate to physical violence.
"My physical injuries were very horrific but my mental trauma has been just as bad," Bobbie said. "The wait for justice has been a constant struggle. There were delays in bringing charges and taking him to court. It went on and on and I was losing hope."
Jordan Herring, of Solihull, is scheduled to be sentenced next month. Bobbie continues her recovery while hoping to eventually move forward with her life after this traumatic experience.
