Acton Man Subjected Woman To Years Of Abuse

Tarang Katira of Bollo Bridge Road admitted charge of coercive behaviour

Tarang Katira

A man from Acton has been jailed for 22 months after subjecting a woman to years of physical, verbal and psychological abuse.

34-year-old Tarang Katira of Bollo Bridge Road, Acton pleaded guilty to one charge of controlling or coercive behaviour (contrary to Section 76 of the Serious Crime Act 2015) at Isleworth Crown Court on Wednesday, 10 July.

This Thursday (29 August) he was jailed and ordered to pay £1,500 costs, and a restraining order prohibiting contact with the victim.

On 29 April 2018, police were called to his home following a report that a woman had been assaulted by Katira during an argument. They arrested Katira and the victim subsequently told officers about other incidents - dating back to late 2015.

The investigation was led by the West Area CID, and officers collated witness accounts from more than 30 people, medical evidence and more than 250 exhibits to support the prosecution.

Detective Constable Robert Watson, said: "Katira subjected her to years of abuse, and she was incredibly brave in finally reporting his offending to police.

"This was a complex and protracted investigation, and the strength of the case built by the team led to an early guilty plea.

"Domestic abuse has no place in modern society, and the Met is committed to playing its part to bring offenders to justice and safeguard and support victims.

"We would urge anyone who is in an abusive relationship to speak to police."

Anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse, or knows of someone who may be a victim, should call police via 101 or 999 in an emergency. They can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

The Met's domestic abuse investigators work closely with independent domestic violence advisors and specialist domestic support agencies to ensure that victims of domestic abuse are able to access the help and support they need. They also work with local authorities and other partners to establish domestic abuse perpetrator programmes, to support those who wish to change their behaviour and engage in non-abusive relationships.

Anyone with concerns about their partner have the 'Right to Ask' police if that person has a history of domestic abuse, through the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, also known as "Clare's Law".

August 29, 2019