Man who stalked ex partner jailed for nearly two years

A stalker has been jailed for nearly two years for reversing into his former partner’s car and dragging her down the street at speed.

64 year old Kevin Braithwaite, of no fixed abode, Paignton had previously been found guilty at trial of dangerous driving and stalking with fear of violence.

He was cleared of a criminal damage charge but also convicted of drink driving, failing to provide a breath specimen and driving whilst disqualified.

Braithwaite was also disqualified from driving and a 10 year restraining order was imposed.

During the trial, the court heard how Braithwaite had, over the course of nine months, threatened and intimidated the victim through a third person.

Officer in the case, PC Amelia Valentine said: “These offences were utterly terrifying for the victim and have no doubt had a profound effect on her.

“It was only due to luck that the dangerous driving didn’t result in serious injury or worse.

“I would like to thank her for her bravery in reporting what happened and helping us to ensure Kevin Braithwaite has been brought to justice for his actions.

“The force continues to prioritise tackling violence against women girls, and we urge anybody who has been the victim of such offending to report it to us on 101 or via our website, or by calling 999 if in immediate danger.

“Each report will be investigated and victims supported by our officers.”