AARON TOPHAM – KNARESBOROUGH Repeat Offender Jailed for Harassment and Assault …

❌AARON TOPHAM – KNARESBOROUGH❌

Repeat Offender Jailed for Harassment and Assault After Long-Term Abuse of Former Partner

A man with a history of violence, Aaron Topham, has been jailed following a campaign of harassment and abuse against his former partner.

According to court documents, Topham, who has a record of numerous violent offences, repeatedly breached police and court bail conditions by stalking his ex-partner at her workplace, her children’s school, and even outside her parents’ home. His behaviour included ongoing threats, intimidation, and physical assaults over a period of around 18 months.

During this time, Topham subjected his victim to severe mental, emotional, and physical abuse. Witnesses reported incidents where he allegedly strangled her in front of others, kicked her in the stomach while she was pregnant, and caused damage to her home—including a dangerous gas leak that put both her and her child at risk.

Despite repeated warnings and previous arrests, Topham continued to harass his ex-partner, even resorting to false reports against her, including claims of child abduction and malicious calls to authorities. His controlling and obsessive behaviour escalated to violence against others, including a 16-year-old boy who suffered significant injuries during one of Topham’s drug-fuelled paranoid episodes.

He was recently sentenced to 24 weeks in prison for harassment following a hearing at York Magistrates’ Court. Court records note that his sentence was influenced by his previous offending history and the seriousness of his continued behaviour.

Campaigners have raised concerns about the short length of the sentence given his record, warning that it fails to reflect the ongoing risk he poses.

Members of the public are being reminded that under Clare’s Law—the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme—anyone can request information from the police about whether their partner has a history of domestic violence or abuse. This law aims to help potential victims make informed decisions about their safety.

For more information or to make a Clare’s Law request, contact your local police force or visit the UK Government website.