MAN JAILED FOR COERCIVE AND CONTROLLING BEHAVIOUR
The victim of a coercive and controlling partner has shared how deeply the experience has impacted her life long-term, following her ex-partner's imprisonment for more than two years.Daniel Levy, 40 years old, subjected her to repeated abuse in various forms, including questioning her whereabouts and company, insulting her, trying to control her finances, being verbally aggressive, and exhibiting violent behavior.
She took the step of ending the relationship and reported what had happened to Bedfordshire Police.
Levy, who resides in Chasten Hill, Letchworth Garden City, was found guilty of coercive and controlling conduct and was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison at Luton Crown Court earlier this week.
A ten-year restraining order was also imposed on him.
In a personal impact statement read at court, the victim described the effect Levy’s behaviour has had on her: “This experience has had a significant and lasting impact on my life.
“Loud noises or shouting can overwhelm me, and I often feel the need to leave the room immediately.
Certain triggers - like seeing a van similar to his or hearing a voice that sounds like his - can send me into a state of panic.
I find myself checking outside, fearing he might be nearby, even though I know logically he isn’t.
“I feel weak, even though I know I’ve survived something incredibly difficult.
I walk around on eggshells, and even though he’s in prison, I still feel trapped by the fear and trauma he caused.
I want to move forward.
I want to enjoy my life again.
But right now, it’s hard.”
