Holyhead Man Jailed for Breaching Domestic Abuse Order

A 41-year-old man has become the first person to receive a custodial sentence since North Wales Police joined a new domestic abuse protection pilot scheme. ⚖️

Tom Webster, of Victoria Terrace, Holyhead, appeared at Caernarfon Magistrates Court on Tuesday 10th June where he admitted to breaching a Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO).

The order was granted at Llandudno Magistrates Court on 19th May, prohibiting Webster from communicating with his ex-partner or being within 100 metres of her home address for a period of three months.

However, less than three weeks later, Webster was seen with his ex-partner in Holyhead on 8th June. He was arrested later the same day and sentenced to one year in jail. 🔒

Sergeant Chris Burrow said: “Webster is the first person to receive a custodial sentence since North Wales Police joined the DAPO pilot scheme on 28th April.

“We will continue to apply for DAPOs going forwards where appropriate to protect victims from further harm.

“Webster’s disregard for the court order imposed shows his disrespect for the justice system and I hope he reflects on this behaviour.

“We will not tolerate any form of domestic abuse and will fully support anyone who experiences abuse.”

Domestic Abuse Protection Orders are a legal injunction designed to protect victims from all forms of domestic abuse, including non-physical abuse and controlling and coercive behaviour. A breach of a DAPO is a criminal offence.