A man from Carlisle has been jailed for one count of assault, one count of intentional strangulation and one count of possession of class B drugs.
Ross Henderson, 33, of Henderson Road, Carlisle was sentenced to two years in prison.
He was found guilty of the offences at Carlisle Crown Court today 26 June 2026.
The court heard how in February 2024 Henderson assaulted a woman by kicking her in the face, lifting her off the floor by her throat and banging her head off a ledge, causing her to fear for her life.
Henderson pleaded guilty this morning to several offences.
Detective Constable Van Der Westhuizen said:
“This was a serious and violent assault which left the victim fearing for her life. Violence of this nature will never be tolerated, and we are committed to ensuring offenders are brought before the courts.
“I would like to commend the victim for her courage in coming forward and supporting this investigation.
“Support is available and the Constabulary works closely with trusted partner agencies to provide the appropriate support which is tailored to an individual’s circumstances."
How do I access a range of domestic abuse support services?
You can access support services regardless of whether you have reported a crime to the police.
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline operates 24/7, 365 days a year. Call: 0808 2000 247.
More on the National Domestic Abuse Helpline here: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
To access support services independently, contact Victim Support on 0300 303 0157 – or go to: www.cumbria-pcc.gov.uk/victim-service.
How do you report domestic abuse to police?
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Always dial 999 in an emergency.
You can get more advice about domestic abuse here: Advice about domestic abuse | Cumbria Police