DARREN JOHNSON – CARLISLE, CUMBRIA

❌ DARREN JOHNSON – CARLISLE, CUMBRIA ❌

Domestic Abuse / Stalking / Threats to Kill

Carlisle, 2025 — A Carlisle man with a long history of domestic abuse and persistent breaches of protective orders has been jailed after repeatedly threatening and harassing a former partner.

Darren Johnson, 48, appeared at Carlisle Crown Court, where he admitted stalking and two breaches of an indefinite restraining order originally imposed in 2022. He was sentenced to two years and three months in prison.

History of Violence and Threats

Johnson had previously received the restraining order following a separate conviction in which he assaulted his former partner by grabbing her throat and forearms. That case resulted in a 12-month immediate custodial sentence.

Despite the order, Johnson continued his campaign of intimidation.

The court heard that in October 2024, Johnson:
• Turned up at the woman’s home while in a highly aggressive state;
• Held a knife to his own neck while behaving threateningly;
• Spat at her repeatedly;
• Smashed her phone with a mallet during an outburst.

Days later, he went to her place of work and continued to make threats.

Grave Threats and Harassment

Johnson left multiple voicemails in which he repeatedly said “you’re dead.”

In one message, he threatened to vandalise the grave of her late mother, saying:

“I’m going to smash your mam’s grave up right now.
Better be on your guard.”

The judge noted the “significant emotional harm” caused and stated:

“Your victim needs immediate protection from you.”

Johnson is currently serving his sentence but was# due for release in October, prompting warnings for anyone who may come into contact with him to be cautious.

🔎 Clare’s Law – Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme

Under Clare’s Law, anyone who has concerns about a current or former partner — or someone a friend or family member may be involved with — can request information from police about that person’s history of violence or abuse.
If officers believe someone may be at risk, they can lawfully disclose relevant information to help keep them safe.