Leeds man jailed for domestic abuse offences
A man from Leeds has been jailed after breaching a restraining order three times.
Jermaine Richards of Bexley Terrace admitted to three charges of breaching a restraining order and making threats with a bladed article in public.
The 39-year-old was sentenced to three years and two months in prison at Leeds Crown Court on Wednesday, February 4.
Temporary Detective Inspector George Gill of Leeds District Domestic Abuse Team said: “We are absolutely committed as a force to protecting victims of domestic abuse and holding offenders to account.
“There are specially trained officers in Leeds who can provide support to those who suffer domestic abuse, we also work in partnership with a wide range of voluntary agencies.
“I hope this sentence sends a clear message to anyone who breaches a court order, that this will not be tolerated and we will continue to get justice for victims.
“If you have been a victim of domestic abuse, please report it to us, we will listen to you in confidence and support you throughout the process.”
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