Richmond man jailed for physical and emotional abuse of woman
Dean Anthony Lomas assaulted the woman, in her 20s, on two occasions.
Last updated 12th Oct 2021
A man from Richmond has been jailed for more than three years for physically and emotionally abusing a woman.
Dean Anthony Lomas assaulted the woman, in her 20s, on two occasions - and posted a private photograph of her online - between 2019 and 2020.
He also sent a message to the victim’s mother, threatening to publish private information online – causing both women significant distress.
In court, Lomas pleaded guilty to two charges of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, a charge of disclosing a private sexual photograph with the intention of causing distress to the victim, and a charge of sending a grossly offensive message on social media.
He was jailed for three years and four months - and also given a 15-year restraining order.
In a harrowing personal statement provided to the court, the victim addressed Lomas directly: “There will always be a part of me now that will forever be damaged by your actions, and no amount of pushing these thoughts to the back of my mind or talking about this situation will be enough to eradicate these intrusive thoughts. I will live with this forever.”
Speaking after the sentencing hearing, DC Adam Veitch, of North Yorkshire Police, said: “Lomas subjected the victim in this case to horrific abuse – both physical and emotional – which continues to affect her to this day.
“She initially thought no one would believe her, and that Lomas would never be charged, let alone plead guilty. Despite this, she showed immense courage in contacting the police, and ultimately ensured that Lomas was brought to justice for his crimes.
“This case should send a strong message that the behaviour Lomas displayed is completely unacceptable, and will be treated by police with the utmost seriousness. I also hope anyone else who finds themselves in a similar situation to the brave victim in this case will have the confidence to make that call and get help.”