Winsford man jailed for 14 years for raping and abusing woman
Damon Furmedge, 36, was found guilty of rape, assault and two counts of controlling and coercive behaviour
Last updated 10th Sep 2026
A man from Winsford who raped and assaulted a woman has been jailed for 14 years.
Damon Furmedge, 36, has been sentenced at Chester Crown Court after being found guilty of rape, assault and two counts of controlling and coercive behaviour.
He's also been ordered to sign the sex offenders register and given an indefinite restraining order.
The offences came to light after police received an anonymous call about Furmedge's behaviour towards the victim in November 2024.
The woman was initially reluctant to speak to officers and said she was scared, but later disclosed how Furmedge raped, strangled and abused her.
The victim was left thinking she was going to die, as Furmedge threw her fully clothed into a bath-full of water and held her under by her neck on two occasions.
He also installed cameras and microphones at her home and tracked her phone.
He was found guilty following an eight-day trial.
Detective Constable Hannah Lamborn, from Northwich CID, said the level of intimidation and violence was "terrifying for the victim".
She continued: “The anonymous call that night gave her the courage to speak out about her ordeal. I think that’s a vital example of how concerned friends and family can call out this horrific behaviour and help their loved-one break free.
“I would personally like to thank the victim for her courage in supporting the police investigation so that justice could be served."