A man has been jailed for sexual assault and stalking – and is also banned from entering Cumbria for 10 years.
David McKeown, 41, of no fixed address, was sentenced today to seven years and eight months in prison at Preston Crown Court for sexual assault and stalking involving fear of violence.
He pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing.
The offences relate to incidents against one woman which happened between August and October 2022 in Barrow.
McKeown also is subject of a 10-year sexual harm prevention order, barring him from entering Cumbria, and is subject to notification requirements for life.
After sentencing, Detective Stewart Glendinning said: “I hope today’s sentencing brings some closure for the victim.
“We understand it can be incredibly difficult for victims of sexual assaults to come forward and talk about what happened to them. Any reports we receive are taken seriously and dealt with professionally and sensitively.
“I would encourage anyone who has been a victim of a sexual offence to contact police so that our officers can investigate. You will be supported throughout our investigation and put in contact with the appropriate support service.”
