A JILTED Greater Manchester lover who took revenge on her ex-boyfriend by killing his cat and cutting up his clothes has escaped jail.

Ashton-under-Lyne magistrates convicted Heather Radley, of Hollingworth, of criminal damage and animal cruelty.

Radley, aged 33, was ordered to pay £487.89 compensation and £500 costs, and carry out 180 hours community service.