Jack Robinson – Peterlee

A man who subjected a young woman to a sustained campaign of violent and controlling behaviour has been jailed.

Jack Robinson would follow the woman around, assault her, monitor her social media, and prevent her from seeing her family and friends.

During a four-month period, the 28-year-old strangled the woman and assaulted her so badly she ended up in hospital, which is where she managed to raise the alarm.

At Durham Crown Court last month, Robinson, of Peterlee, admitted controlling and coercive behaviour, intentional strangulation, and two counts of assault causing actual bodily harm.

He also admitted a second count of intentional strangulation on another woman and theft of money.

Yesterday, he was jailed for three years.

Detective Constable Hanna Liddle, of Durham Constabulary, said: “The woman was subjected to horrifying physical and mental abuse over a prolonged period.

“I know she can turn her life around and become a stronger person. Her courage throughout our investigation, has made a significant difference in getting us to where we are today.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to urge anyone who is suffering at the hands of an abuser to have the confidence to come forward and speak to us – they can be assured that we will do all we can to see that justice is done.”

If you are suffering domestic abuse, please tell us – call 101, or 999 if you are in immediate danger.

Reports can also be made online at www.durham.police.uk/ro/report/domestic-abuse/a1/report-domestic-abuse/

If you don’t want to speak to the police, there are other helplines available:
• The National Domestic Abuse Helpline is available 24 hours a day on 0808 2000 247.
• Local charity, Harbour, is also available 24 hours a day on 03000 20 25 25.
• The Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre (RSACC) offers free, specialist support to anyone who has experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives. Call 01325 354119, email info@rsacc-thecentre.org.uk or visit www.rsacc-thecentre.org.uk

The above services support both men and women.