GLEN DOUTHWAITE – CROOK, COUNTY DURHAM Man Subject to Court-Issued Non-Molestat…

❌GLEN DOUTHWAITE – CROOK, COUNTY DURHAM❌

Man Subject to Court-Issued Non-Molestation Order Following Severe Domestic Abuse

Glen Douthwaite, of Bishop Auckland, has been made subject to a non-molestation order issued by the Family Court at Newcastle Upon Tyne, following sustained domestic abuse and coercive behaviour.

The court heard a catalogue of disturbing details spanning several years, including repeated verbal abuse, physical violence, sexual coercion, and controlling behaviour. Judge Simpson determined these allegations to be proven, issuing the protective order without notice to Douthwaite, in order to safeguard the welfare of the affected parties.

According to the findings, Douthwaite was accused of routinely threatening and insulting the victim, often in front of children, and of exerting coercive control by monitoring communications, restricting social interactions, and maintaining control over finances. In one instance, the court heard that he allegedly raped the victim post-separation, resulting in physical injury.

Additional incidents described to the court included physical assaults while the victim was pregnant, intimidation at the victim’s residence, and physical violence witnessed by children. The court was also told that Douthwaite would pressure the victim for sex and threaten suicide if the relationship was ended.

The non-molestation order prohibits Douthwaite from:
• Using or threatening violence;
• Harassing, intimidating, or pestering the victim;
• Entering a specific address or nearby streets;
• Contacting the victim by any means, including social media;
• Posting any content referencing the victim or children online.

Breach of the order is a criminal offence under Section 42A of the Family Law Act 1996, carrying a potential prison sentence of up to five years.

This case highlights the seriousness with which UK family courts approach allegations of domestic abuse and the measures available to protect individuals and children from harm.