Domestic abuser jailed after holding a knife to Reading woman's throat
David Clark from west Reading was arrested within 24 hours
A man has been jailed for more than two years after he was convicted of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and affray.
David Clark, aged 30, of Rembrandt Way, Reading, pleaded guilty to one count of ABH at Reading Crown Court on 13 March this year, and one count of affray at the same court.
Returning to the same court for sentencing (5/7), Clark was jailed for a total of two years and three months.
On 4 February this year, the victim, a woman aged in her twenties, was attacked in the presence of her young child.
She received several injuries, had her clothes ripped and also had a knife held to her throat by Clark, who made a threat to kill her.
She sustained multiple bruises around her body.
Clark was arrested the following day (5 February) and was charged the following day.
Detective Sergeant Dale Purcell of the Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit said:
“Domestic abuse and violence against women and girls is a force priority for Thames Valley Police.
“Our officers are dedicated to bringing offenders to justice.
“In this case, our Domestic Abuse Unit was able to arrest, charge and remand Clark within 24 hours.
“The officer in the case, Trainee Detective Constable Wolny, worked tirelessly to ensure the evidence was gathered and the victim supported so that Clark was compelled to plead guilty rather than go to trial.
“I would like to praise the victim who had the courage to support this investigation in securing this conviction.
“We would urge anyone who is suffering from Domestic Abuse to please come forward.
“You will be listened to and we will do our best for you and to bring offenders to justice.
“If you are in immediate danger, call us on 999, or you can also report abuse via our website.
“There is also a range of support and advice at https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/daa/domestic-abuse/support-organisations/.”