A Merseyside man has been sentenced to three years and six months in prison for controlling and coercive behaviour.
The man was sentenced after pleading guilty to the charges.
Detective Constable Lauren Baker said: “We are committed to tackling any form of abuse or violence against women or girls. The victim was in a long-term relationship with the man. Over the course of the relationship, he has traumatised and abused her telling her to kill herself.
“We hope this sentence sends out a clear message that we will not tolerate any violence or abuse against women and will use our powers to bring people to justice. We will also ensure that victims are given the support and action that is required at their time of need.”
Domestic abuse can take many forms
It is important to remember that domestic abuse isn’t just physical harm. Domestic abuse has many forms and includes controlling, coercive behaviour (such as threats, humiliation and intimidation), threatening or violent behaviour by a partner, ex-partner, family member or carer.
Know the signs of domestic abuse and seek help – for yourself or if you know someone who is a victim of domestic abuse. This could include:
- Unexplained jealousy of other relationships with friends or family
- Attempts to control yours or other people’s finances
- Frequently checking on where you are and what you are doing
- Monitoring your mobile phone or social media accounts
- Discouraging you from seeing friends or family
- Encouraging you to stay at home or preventing you from leaving home without them
Where to go for help:
If you, your child, or someone you know is at immediate risk of harm, you should contact the police urgently, call 999. If you are not at immediate risk but are concerned, please contact one of the services listed below:
The First Step (Specialist Domestic Abuse Service)
Tel: 0151 548 3333
Website: www.thefirststep.org.uk
Knowsley Council Safer Communities Service (Specialist Domestic Abuse Service)
Tel: 0151 443 2610 (closed from 25 December – 2 January)
Enquiries.safercommunities@knowsley.gov.uk
Knowsley Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub
Tel: 0151 443 2600
Savera UK
Helpline 0800 107 0726
www.saverauk.co.uk
Support is also available through:
- National Domestic Violence Helpline 0808 2000 247
- Men’s Advice Line 0808 801 0327
- LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 999 5428
- Women’s Aid – Live chat to Women’s Aid
Galop
Galop is the leading LGBT+ anti-violence and abuse charity, providing the National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline. They provide advice and support to individuals who have experienced hate crime, sexual violence, and domestic abuse and have an online referral form. They also offer a Trans Advocacy Service.
Website: www.galop.org.uk
Helpline: 0800 999 5428
Email: help@galop.org.uk