Chesterfield man who assaulted, harassed and threatened to kill partner jailed
He repeatedly kicked her during an incident back in February
A man who assaulted and threatened to kill his ex-partner in Dronfield earlier this year has been jailed and banned from contacting her.
32 year old Daniel Monks, of New Hall Road in Chesterfield, also admitted charges of harassment and perverting the course of justice at Derby Crown Court, where he was handed a 12 month sentence.
Monks was handed a Domestic Violence Protection Order in February but continued to contact his victim.
On February 4 he went to her home and kicked her to the floor. He continued to send abusive messages and turned up at her property again to harass his victim.
He repeatedly tried to get her to retract reports she'd made to police.
In a victim impact statement, the woman said: “I have experienced repeated emotional, psychological and physical abuse. There has not been a month I didn’t experience an incident where I lived in constant fear - not just for my own safety but for the safety of my family.
“The emotional toll has been overwhelming. I’ve suffered panic attacks, nightmares and a deep sense of shame and guilt.
“I’ve had to ask for help just to feel safe in my own home. I no longer trust easily. I feel isolated, anxious and constantly on edge.
“This abuse has changed me. It has taken away my confidence, my peace of mind, and my sense of security.
“Despite everything, I am making slow but meaningful steps towards rebuilding my life. I am trying to regain my independence, my confidence and my peace of mind. It hasn’t been easy but I am determined to move forward.”