Man jailed for 'terrifying' domestic abuse

A man has been jailed for two-and-a-half years after admitting a number of domestic abuse charges.

Phillip Mutch, 40, from Orchard Way in Wem, Shropshire, pleaded guilty to one count of controlling and coercive behaviour and five counts of assault causing actual bodily harm.

He was also made subject to an indefinite restraining order, preventing him from contacting his victim.

Det Con Geoff Anslow of West Mercia Police said: "Philip Mutch is a dangerous individual. He subjected a highly vulnerable victim to a terrifying campaign of domestic violence and abuse behind closed doors."

The charges were in relation to incidents which took place predominantly in the Shrewsbury area.

Speaking after Friday's sentencing, Det Con Anslow also praised the victim for having the "strength and courage" to come forward.

"I hope Mutch’s conviction will provide the victim with some form of closure and allow her to rebuild her life as best she can,” he said.

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