Midhurst man jailed for three years after choking and assaulting woman
A Midhurst man has been jailed for three years after choking and assaulting a woman in a series of domestic abuse offences spanning two years, Sussex Police have confirmed.
A spokesperson for Sussex Police said Jason Santon, aged 37, of Mead Way, Midhurst, carried out offences between 2022 and 2023.
It included choking the victim, and assaults which left her requiring hospital treatment, the force confirmed.
A spokesperson for Sussex Police said: “At Portsmouth Crown Court on September 18, Santon appeared for sentencing after being found guilty of three counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and one count of intentional strangulation.
“He was jailed for three years, and the court imposed a restraining order to prevent him contacting the victim which will last for five years.”
Speaking after sentencing, PC Angelika Morge said: “Santon caused the victim harm which continues to have an impact to this day.
“Tackling violence against women and girls (VAWG) is a priority for Sussex Police and we were determined to get justice for the victim in this case.
“Santon is an abuser and is now serving a custodial sentence.
“We continue to encourage anyone who is impacted by domestic abuse to report their experience to us.”