A man who controlled his victim’s life has been jailed.
Thomas Davidson, 57, of no fixed address, was sent to prison for a year and nine months for engaging in controlling coercive behaviour and failing to comply with sex offender requirements.
He was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court yesterday, Monday April 20.
The offences were against one woman and the court heard that Davidson wouldn’t let her leave the house on her own, drop her off and pick her up from work and would buy cars and sell them with her money and in her name.
This breached the notification requirements.
Following a disclosure, he was arrested and was not to contact the victim.
Despite that, he sent letters, rang her doorbell and loitered around the property for significant amounts of time.
Detective Constable Callum Rushton from Cumberland CID, said: “Coercive and controlling behaviour can be difficult for victims to come forward and talk about.
“In this case Davidson controlled his victim’s life, ensuring she never left the house alone or went out with friends.
“I would encourage anyone who has been subject to offences of this nature to come forward so that our officers can investigate. You will be supported throughout our investigation.
“We work closely with partner agencies to provide appropriate support which is tailored to an individual’s circumstances.
“These offences will not be tolerated by Cumbria Constabulary, and we will do everything within our power to hold them accountable for their actions and bring them to justice.”
