Man threatened to put pregnant girlfriend in a coffin

A man who threatened to put his pregnant girlfriend in a coffin has been jailed.

Harvey Browne, 20, subjected his partner to a tirade of abuse at their home in Godmanchester, near Huntingdon, before punching her in the stomach.

Officers arrived after concerned neighbours called police and Browne was arrested.

While out on court bail he contacted the victim and threatened to kill her, vowing to “put her in a coffin” before police could help her. 

Browne, of Moselle Avenue, Haringey, London, was arrested for sending communication threatening death or serious harm and later pleaded guilty to both this and assault ABH.

He was sentenced to two years and nine months in a young offender institution at Cambridge Crown Court on Monday (27 April). He was also handed a restraining order.

Detective Constable Matt Fowler, who investigated, said: “This was a brutal assault carried out behind closed doors designed to cause fear and suffering for the victim, who I would like to commend for the courage she has shown throughout the investigation.

“Domestic abuse can take many forms and often escalates quickly. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence or controlling behaviour, please know that support is available and we will always take reports seriously.” 

To report concerns or for more advice and support on domestic abuse, including coercive control, visit the force’s dedicated web pages.