Victim’s report sees stalker jailed

Leicestershire Police is urging anyone who has been a victim of stalking or harassment to report matters to police after a man was jailed yesterday (Wednesday 28 August).

Jordan Hancock bombarded his victim with messages and videos on several social media platforms over an eight-month period. He also exhibited threatening and controlling behaviour towards her, demanding to know where she was and who she was with. His behaviour escalated further when he began to visit her address, causing damage to her car.

In October last year, she reported what was happening to police and an investigation into the 25-year-old’s actions began. However, he continued to send her messages, often setting up fake profiles to carry out his crimes.

He was subsequently charged and, when he appeared at Leicester Crown Court yesterday, pleaded guilty to one count of stalking involving fear of violence or serious alarm or distress.

Hancock, of Grantham Road, Humberstone, was sentenced to 31 months’ imprisonment and is subject to a restraining order prohibiting contact with his victim.

Jordan Hancock

Detective Constable Phoebe Whittington, the officer in the case, said: “Throughout the investigation, the victim in this case told us about the profound impact Hancock’s actions have had on her.

“She said his behaviour has left her feeling anxious and stressed and worried about leaving the house. She lived in constant fear of being attacked.

“I hope this outcome provides her with a sense of relief and an opportunity to move on. I also hope it acts as a reminder to anyone being subjected to similar behaviour that there is help available and that we will act to bring those responsible to justice.”

• You can report stalking online by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/stalking-harassment-beta/v1/report-stalking-harassment/
• Advice on how to protect yourself from online stalking and harassment can be found by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/beta-stalking-and-harassment/protection-from-online-stalking-and-harassment/
• Information on what support is available to victims or witnesses of stalking and harassment can be found by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/beta-stalking-and-harassment/stalking-harassment-support-organisations/