SCOTT DANIEL RAINSFORD – DERBY A 27-year-old man from the Derby and Ilkeston ar…

❌SCOTT DANIEL RAINSFORD – DERBY❌

A 27-year-old man from the Derby and Ilkeston area, identified as Scott Daniel Rainsford, is currently serving a prison sentence after being convicted of offences including intentional strangulation, assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH), and assault by beating.

Scott Rainsford’s hearing took place on 23 June 2025 at Derby Crown Court where he was sentenced for the following charges:

1. Assault a person thereby occasioning them actual bodily harm (01/03/2025 – 31/03/2025)

2. Assault by beating (01/04/2025)

3. Criminal damage to property valued under E5000 (01/04/2025)

4. Intentional Strangulation (01/04/2026)

Rainsford was sentenced as follows:

30 months imprisonment
• Restraining Order Imposed until 23/06/2030

According to individuals familiar with the case, further information about Rainsford’s past behaviour came to light through a Clare’s Law disclosure, revealing additional allegations that were not pursued in court after cases were dropped. Those close to the situation suggest that his ability to appear attentive and affectionate early in relationships may have contributed to victims feeling manipulated or pressured to withdraw complaints.

Sources describe a pattern of controlling and abusive behaviour, beginning with charm and displays of affection before escalating into emotional and physical abuse. While Rainsford reportedly attributed his actions to alcohol use, victims say that the abusive behaviour continued even in its absence.

The case highlights the importance of domestic abuse awareness and the role of Clare’s Law in allowing individuals to access information about a partner’s history of violence.