An abusive partner who waged a sustained campaign of violence and control against a woman, including making explicit threats to kill her family, has been sentenced to prison.
Alfie Annison, pictured left, who previously lived near Snodland, was responsible for repeated physical assaults and what was described in court as “relentless insults” throughout his relationship with the victim, which began in June 2024.
During the months that followed, Annison repeatedly punched the woman, pulled her hair, and spat at her. He also subjected her to constant harassment, bombarding her with unwanted text messages and phone calls. The court heard that during one abusive phone call to a relative of the victim, Annison warned: “I am going to kill you all.”
The abuse lasted almost a year, culminating in a violent incident on April 8, 2025, which was witnessed by members of the public in Hermitage Lane, Maidstone. The victim, who was driving at the time, attempted to call the police but was cut off by Annison. He then punched her in the head, threw a phone at her, and violently pulled her hair. In a desperate act of rage, Annison also smashed the car’s windscreen, damaged a passenger door, and attempted to grab the steering wheel in a bid to force the vehicle into oncoming traffic.
Responding police patrols managed to stop the vehicle on the same road. When Annison was detained, he resisted arrest and attempted to bite an officer. Appearing at Woolwich Crown Court, Annison, 32, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to offences including controlling and coercive behaviour and assault on an emergency worker.
On November 27, he was sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment. Upon his eventual release from custody, Annison will be subject to a five-year restraining order to protect the victim.
Detective Constable Kane Tyler said:
‘The victim has endured almost a year of fear and violence at the hands of Annison, who subjected her to repeated assaults and threats and left her in genuine fear for her life.
‘Offenders like Annison leave women feeling humiliated and made to feel worthless. They are also often left suffering long-lasting mental scars and it is not easy for them to come forward. Thankfully the courage shown by the victim in this case has undoubtedly helped us ensure her abuser has now faced justice.
‘Tackling domestic abuse remains a core focus for Kent Police and we continue to urge victims to come forward, confident in the knowledge they will receive the best possible service.
‘Remember, you are not to blame for what is happening and you can report it to us or contact several support organisations who can and will help you.’