Jail for man who controlled and threatened woman over 18 months in Peacehaven
The victim told police she was not allowed out of the house on her own
Last updated 3rd May 2023
A man who controlled and threatened a woman with a knife in Sussex has been jailed.
Police were called to reports of a disturbance at an address in Peacehaven back in September 2022.
The victim, aged 22, told officers she was not allowed out of the property on her own and was subjected to Simeon Harry’s abuse for a year and a half.
She also described feeling isolated from friends and family and was frightened of his behaviour – especially after she found out she was pregnant.
Harry, 35, of no fixed address, will spend three and half years behind bars and was also given an indefinite restraining order.
Investigator Michelle Mitham, of the Safeguarding Investigations Unit, said: “First and foremost, I’d like to commend the bravery of the victim in reporting Harry’s behaviour to police and supporting the investigation through to prosecution.
“It takes tremendous courage to stand up against someone who has displayed such controlling behaviour for such a long period of time, and especially when you’re so fearful of them.
“Coercive and controlling behaviour is a form of domestic abuse and has a devastating impact on the lives of victims, and their families and friends. As a force, we are absolutely committed to combating violence against women and girls, bringing perpetrators to justice and safeguarding their victims.”