Rapist jailed after years of abusing woman in Leicestershire
A man has been jailed after years of controlling and coercive behaviour towards his victim.
A rapist has been jailed for 12 years after being convicted of coercive and controlling behaviour towards his victim.
Albert Dawidziuk, 36, physically and mentally abused his victim over several years. This included isolating her from friends, demanding she send him pictures to prove where she was and who she was with, and accessing her emails and social media accounts.
When the report was made Dawidziuk - a Polish national - was overseas. However, he was arrested by colleagues from Kent Police when he arrived at Dover days later.
Dawidziuk, now of HMP Leicester, was found guilty of two counts of rape, one count of assault by penetration, one count of sexual assault and one count of engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour on 20 June following a trial at Leicester Crown Court.
On Wednesday (2 July), at the same court, he was sentenced to a total of 12 years' imprisonment. He is also subject to an indefinite restraining order prohibiting any contact with the victim.
Detective Constable Adam Battley, the investigating officer, said: "The victim in this case must be commended for her bravery in coming forward and telling us what Dawidziuk had done.
"We take reports of rape, sexual assault and controlling coercive behaviour extremely seriously We strive to ensure that the perpetrators of such crimes are brought to justice. The accounts and evidence she was able to provide were key to achieving this outcome.
"I hope the fact Dawidziuk is now serving times behind bars will provide a degree of closure and allow her to move on with her life."