DEAN Hewitt has been handed a suspended prison sentence after he threatened to kill a woman and her unborn child following an alcohol and cocaine fuelled binge.

The 35-year-old of Tidworth Road, Collingbourne Ducis, near Tidworth, appeared at Salisbury Crown Court on May 14 and pleaded guilty to malicious communication and threats to kill.

He was sentenced to nine months in prison, suspended for two years, for making threats to kill. He was also ordered to complete 100 hours of unpaid work and 12 sessions with Turning Point.

This comes after he sent violent messages to the victim between December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2023.

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PC Nic Blake said Wiltshire Police takes reports of this nature very seriously – adding that threats of violence towards women are unacceptable.

“I would urge anyone who is being threatened to reach out and tell someone,” he said.

“If you do not want to report the incident to police, there are support agencies that can help you. You are not alone.”

A police spokesperson said: “f you are suffering from physical, sexual, psychological or financial abuse, or are being threatened, intimidated or stalked by a current or previous partner or close family member, it’s likely you’re a victim of domestic abuse.

“You’re not to blame for what’s happening. You can report it to us or, if you’re not ready to speak to the police, you can contact support organisations who will help you.”

Make a report by clicking here and click here for a list of national and local organisations that can help.