Man jailed for repeated violence against woman

A man has been jailed for repeated violence against a woman, including strangling her.

Kane O'Donnell, 21, of Beresford Avenue, Skegness, pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation, two counts of assault by beating, engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour in an intimate relationship, and two counts of actual bodily harm.

The offences took place between January and March.

O'Donnell was sentenced at Lincoln Crown Court on 20 June to two years and three months in prison.

Speaking after the case, his victim said the convictions would offer hope and courage to those "still suffering in silence".

She said: "It's incredibly difficult for victims of abuse to come forward, especially when they fear they won't be believed or protected.

"I hope that by acknowledging the harm that was done can serve as a powerful message to other victims: that their voices matter, and that the police will take them seriously."

PC Andy Taylor praised the "immense bravery and strength" shown by the woman.

"Let me be absolutely clear: we treat reports of harm or wrongdoing with the utmost seriousness it deserves," he said.

The court also made O'Donnell the subject of an indefinite restraining order.

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