Peterborough stalker jailed after hoax 999 call claiming former partner had died
His actions left the victim feeling fearful and confined in her own home.
A man has been jailed for making a false 999 call claiming that his former partner had died, in addition to engaging in months of harassment in Peterborough.
David Williams, 48, started persistently contacting his ex-partner in August last year, which included messaging, texting, calling, and loitering outside her home.
Their relationship ended in June, and Williams' actions left the victim feeling fearful and confined in her own home.
Police were called to the victim's residence on 29th August after an argument between Williams and the victim became audible.
Despite previous bail conditions prohibiting contact and proximity, Williams appeared at her house with letters and a necklace and falsely reported her death to emergency services, leading to paramedics being dispatched to her home.
Williams faced further arrest on 31st August and contacted the police in September, admitting he had breached bail conditions by messaging the victim, claiming she was ill.
He also followed her to Peterborough City Hospital and made two hoax calls to police about her welfare.
On Wednesday, 18th February, Peterborough Crown Court sentenced David Williams, of Lincoln Road, to 12 months in prison after he pled guilty to stalking and misuse of a public communication network.
Additionally, a 10-year restraining order was issued against him to prevent any contact with the victim.
Detective Constable Tisha Morris, who investigated the case, commented, “This sentence reflects the seriousness of the prolonged distress caused by Williams’ actions.
Stalking has a profound impact on victims, often leaving them feeling unsafe in their own daily lives.
The victim showed great courage in reporting Williams to the police and I hope the sentence provides her with reassurance and makes clear that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated.”