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'Grotesque' wife jailed for abusing husband 'night after night' during 19-year marriage


Published on 2025-01-26 11:04:17 - Metro
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  • Helen Thornton, 45, abused her partner 'almost night after night' during their 19-year marriage, a court heard. Despite this, he still made every effort to 'love and support her', Hull Crown Court heard.

The article from Metro UK details the case of Sheree Spencer, who was sentenced to four years in prison for the severe physical and psychological abuse she inflicted on her husband, Richard Spencer, over the course of their 19-year marriage. Sheree's abusive behavior included physical attacks like biting, clawing, and hitting with objects, as well as verbal abuse and controlling behavior. The abuse was captured on a nanny cam installed by Richard, which documented incidents where Sheree assaulted him, including one where she hit him with a wine bottle. Despite Richard's attempts to leave, Sheree's threats and control over finances kept him trapped. The situation came to a head when Richard reported the abuse to the police, leading to Sheree's conviction on charges of coercive and controlling behavior and three counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The case highlights the often overlooked issue of male victims of domestic violence.

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[ https://metro.co.uk/2025/01/26/grotesque-wife-jailed-abusing-husband-night-night-19-year-marriage-22435046/ ]
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