Midland bully slapped and spat at partner during campaign of abuse

A man who bullied his partner by slapping her and spitting at her in a campaign of abuse has been jailed. Keiron Yates, also deliberately damaged the woman's mobile phone and clothes, and drove her car dangerously in an attempt to scare her. In addition, the 28-year-old sent her a number of messages of a threatening nature.

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As a result, Yates ended up pleading guilty to two counts of engaging in a controlling and coercive behaviour. The defendant, of Werrington, Stoke-on-Trent, was jailed for one-and-a-half-years at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court last Friday, March 13. PC Ben Germanek, from Staffordshire Police , said: "

Yates was prolific in his abuse of the survivor, who has shown immense courage in coming forward and seeking support. "

We’re determined to do everything possible to safeguard victims of domestic abuse and to act robustly against offenders in Staffordshire ." A spokesperson for the force added: " If you’re a survivor of domestic abuse and you feel ready to talk to us, please get in touch. Gang violence and drug dealing in West Midlands town leads to 26 arrests Cyclist rushed to hospital after A5 Brownhills crash as police appeal for information ”

Call 101 or use Live Chat on our website."