Thug with 'warrior' tattoo attacked woman with gym weight during months of abuse
An abuser has been jailed for 16 years after he subjected a woman to months of physical assaults and controlling behaviour and repeatedly threatened to kill her.
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Benjamin Levy, 36, who has 'warrior' tattooed on his face, slammed his victim's face into a door frame, threw her into a radiator and struck her with gym weight during months of physical and mental abuse.
His victim reported the abuse to police and Levy, of Lower Derry Street, Brierley Hill, was charged with more than 15 offences including controlling and coercive behaviour, assault, threats to kill, causing a person to engage in sexual activity without their consent and sending someone threatening messages.
Levy denied the charges both in police interview and during the early court hearings but later changed his plea to guilty.
As well the jail term, which also includes a further five years to be served on the licence, the judge at Wolverhampton Crown Court on January 9 also ordered Levy to remain on the sex offenders register for life.
PC Morgan Colley, from the West Midlands Police Public Protection Unit, said: "Levy was a dangerous person who preyed on this woman, causing her to fear he would end her life due to the threats he made and violence he carried out.
"But her bravery has been exceptional and she has shown that through her courage in reporting him to us, he has now been brought before the courts and convicted.
"She showed such admirable resolve and strength throughout the proceedings and with her help, we have been able to ensure that this man is locked up for a long time."
A spokesperson for the force added: "If you've been impacted by reading this, there is help and support available. Please take a look at our website where you can report it to us or, if you’re not ready to speak to the police, you can contact support organisations who will help you."
