A Cumbrian man who subjected his victim to ‘brutal violence’ twice and ‘acted without remorse’ has been sentenced to over two years in prison.

Douglas Graham, who subjected a woman to assaults, was sentenced to two years and three months at Carlisle Crown Court on Friday, March 18, Cumbria Police confirmed.

The 34-year-old, of no fixed address, was sentenced for:

• Criminal damaged
• Section 20 – Wounding
• Assault by beating

Police Constable Ben Wright said: “Graham acted without remorse subjecting the victim twice to sustained and brutal violence.

“Cumbria Constabulary does not tolerate violence and our officers will do all they can to ensure that violent offenders are brought to justice for their crimes.

“Support is available in Cumbria for victims and the Constabulary works closely with trusted partner agencies to provide the appropriate support tailored to an individual’s circumstances.”

If you have been the victim of a crime, of have information about an incident, please report it to police via www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit. Always dial 999 in an emergency.

To report a crime, entirely anonymously, contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111.  

Support services can be accessed independently, without police involvement. Contact the charity, Victim Support on 0300 303 0157 for more information or visit www.cumbriatogether.com.