Man from Collingbourne Ducis has been sentenced for threats to kill

Wednesday, 21 May 2025 06:00

A man from Collingbourne Ducis has been sentenced to nine months in prison, suspended for two years, for making threats to kill.

Dean Hewitt, 35, of Tidworth Road, appeared at Salisbury Crown Court on May 14th and pleaded guilty to malicious communication and threats to kill.

Between December 30th, 2023, and December 31st, 2023, sent messages to the victim threatening to kill her and her unborn child after a cocaine and alcohol-fueled binge.

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

PC Nic Blake said, "We take reports of this nature very seriously, and threats of violence towards women are unacceptable.

"I would urge anyone who is being threatened to reach out and tell someone. If you do not want to report the incident to police, there are support agencies that can help you. You are not alone."

If 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 Wiltshire Police or, if you’re not ready to speak to the police, you can contact support organisations who will help you.

There is a list of national and local support organisations that can offer help.

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