UPDATE: Amanda Johnson, 38, has been sentenced for a shocking campaign of stalking and assault against her ex-husband. The disturbing case unfolded at Hull Crown Court, where Johnson was found guilty of unleashing a torrent of abuse following the breakdown of their marriage.
The relentless harassment lasted from September 1, 2022, until April 29, 2023, as Johnson bombarded her former partner with threatening messages and even physically assaulted him. Prosecutor Oliver Shipley revealed that Johnson’s behavior escalated dramatically after the couple’s separation, which her ex-husband initiated due to her volatile conduct.
During the court proceedings, it was disclosed that Johnson inundated her ex-husband with an avalanche of text messages, leading to fears for his safety. The former couple, who married in 2015, witnessed their relationship deteriorate into a series of appalling incidents. Johnson’s conduct included name-calling, object-throwing, and even a physical attack on March 8, 2023, when she unexpectedly punched him during a confrontation.
Reports confirm that her ex-husband experienced significant distress from the relentless harassment, which included over 67 abusive text messages and 25 missed calls in a single day. Johnson’s attempts to provoke jealousy by sending sarcastic messages intensified after he entered a new relationship, further complicating their already tumultuous separation.
In a particularly chilling incident, Johnson was found driving slowly past her ex-husband’s new girlfriend’s home, an act that only intensified the fear her actions instilled. The court heard her outbursts included venomous social media posts, where she referred to her ex-husband in derogatory terms.
Judge Gurdial Singh, overseeing the case, condemned Johnson’s behavior as “appalling” and acknowledged the emotional turmoil that led to her criminal actions. “You lost all self-control of yourself, and that loss of self-control led to criminal behavior,” Judge Singh stated.
As a result, Johnson was sentenced to 12 days of rehabilitation and issued a five-year restraining order. She was also ordered to pay £200 in costs. The severity of her actions, described as “two nasty offences,” underlines the serious implications of domestic abuse and stalking.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for support systems for victims of harassment and the legal repercussions for perpetrators. The ongoing conversation around domestic abuse is critical as more individuals come forward to share their experiences.
As developments continue, readers are encouraged to stay informed about this case and similar incidents by following local news outlets for updates.
