GLEN HUTCHINSON – EAGLESCLIFFE

2025 – Violent abuser jailed after violent campaign of abuse against partner

Glen Hutchinson, 29, of Yarm Road, Eaglescliffe, formerly of York, has been jailed after subjecting his partner to a prolonged campaign of violent domestic abuse, including while she was pregnant.

Hutchinson was sentenced to four years and nine months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to intentional strangulation, four counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and perverting the course of justice.

The court heard the abuse took place over a two-year period and included repeated physical assaults. On one occasion, Hutchinson punched the victim numerous times in the head while he was holding a baby, causing the child’s head to strike a doorframe. The baby was taken to hospital for scans to ensure no lasting injuries had been caused.

Hutchinson was also convicted of perverting the course of justice after attempting to persuade the victim not to cooperate with the police investigation.

Detective Constable Gemma Illidge, the investigating officer, said Hutchinson showed no remorse throughout the investigation and repeatedly breached his bail conditions, leaving the court with no option but to remand him into custody.

Following sentencing at York Crown Court, Detective Constable Illidge said: “The defendant showed no remorse for his behaviour against the victim throughout the entire police process. He breached his bail continuously, which left the courts no option but to remand him.”

The case highlights the devastating impact of domestic abuse and the importance of supporting victims in coming forward.