Hello Resident,

Following our investigation, a man has been jailed for assault and coercive and controlling behaviour in Wantage.

Detective Sergeant Matthew Richardson, of the Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit, said: “The victim in this case had displayed immense bravery throughout this investigation in telling the police her experiences and it is noted that suspect accepted everything she had said was the truth when he was sentenced. 

“I hope this conviction goes some way in giving victims the confidence to come forward to the police to report such offences. Thames Valley Police is relentless in its pursuit and disruption of perpetrators of violence against women and girls. 

“For victims of domestic abuse, coming forward and reporting it is incredibly hard, but we urge anyone who has been subjected to these terrible crimes, to speak up.  We will believe you and support you throughout the process. You can contact us via our website, by calling 101, or by visiting a police station.”

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Kind regards,