Jail for man who threw knife into partner

A man who threw a knife into his partner's shoulder has been jailed for three years.

Isaiah Khan, 27, of Poulter Avenue, in Stanground, Peterborough, hurled the six-inch blade during an argument at their then-home in January 2018.

The victim needed stitches and told medics at the hospital she had injured herself after slipping.

The couple split in 2019, but two years later, prompted by concerns for the safety of Khan's new partner, the victim came forward to report the abuse she had suffered.

She told police about the knife incident and how Khan had punched her in the face and had thrown her in the hallway.

She said Khan had physically abused her throughout their three-year relationship, including on two occasions while she was pregnant.

She also said he controlled her finances – she paid for everything and had to transfer money to him when she got paid.

Khan also dictated when she could contact her family and friends.

The victim was left with many scars from Khan throwing objects at her, such as glass bottles, mugs, mirrors and mobile phones.

Following a trial in February, Khan was found guilty of grievous bodily harm without intent and two counts of engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour.

On Tuesday at Cambridge Crown Court, Khan was sentenced and handed a 10-year restraining order.

Det Con Martina Radomska said: "The violent behaviour towards the victim was inexcusable.

"Khan not only caused the physical scars on the victim from his despicable violence, but also the mental scars from the years of control.

"I commend the bravery of the victim in coming forward."

The detective added that residents who were concerned about their partner could use the Clare's Law disclosure scheme to see if they had been reported as abusive in the past.

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