Repeat domestic abuser from St Ives sent back to prison

A man who harassed his ex-girlfriend and her mother just months after being released from prison is back behind bars.

Daniel Howey was released at the end of last year following convictions for domestic abuse, for which he was also given a restraining order. 

However, in June the 36-year-old got back in contact with the victim. 

Over the following month, he bombarded her with abusive messages, including images of him outside her home. 

One of the messages said: “I’m going to jail, you’re going to hospital”.

He sent similar messages to the victim’s mother and assaulted one of her friends while trying to find her.

On Friday 13 October, Howey, of Needingworth Road, St Ives, was handed two years and one month in prison.

DC Lucy Holderness from Cambridgeshire Police:

“Howey thought he could make his former partner’s life a misery – he was wrong.

“His actions left her incredibly frightened and no-one should ever be made to feel that way. 

“I hope he now reflects on his behaviour and his victim can feel some measure of comfort and closure. I would like to thank her for her bravery and for supporting us in getting the result she deserves.

“Tackling domestic abuse is a force priority and we will continue to work tirelessly to keep victims safe."

Anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse is urged to contact police or call the  National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247.

To report concerns or for more advice and support on domestic abuse, visit Cambridgeshire Police’s dedicated web page.