Stoke-on-Trent Man Receives Prison Sentence for Violent Assault on Mother
A man from Stoke-on-Trent has been handed a custodial sentence after a court heard details of a brutal attack on his own mother in her home. Colin Hargreaves, aged 37, was sentenced to two years and two months in prison following the violent domestic incident that occurred in Goldenhill.
Details of the Vicious Assault
Staffordshire Police were called to the victim's residence in Goldenhill, Stoke-on-Trent, in August last year after reports of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, officers discovered that Hargreaves had subjected his mother to a sustained physical attack. The court was informed that he punched her in the face and proceeded to strangle her by placing his hands around her throat.
In addition to the direct assault on his mother, Hargreaves caused significant damage to property within the home. He ripped a television from the wall and damaged an internal door, demonstrating further violent behaviour during the incident.
Arrest and Subsequent Charges
Following the attack, Hargreaves left the property after his mother gave him £250. He remained at large until September when police officers spotted him in Milton. During this encounter, he acted aggressively towards the officers and was subsequently arrested at the scene.
At Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on Wednesday, January 14, Hargreaves pleaded guilty to multiple offences including:
- Possessing a controlled drug of class A (cocaine)
- Possessing a controlled drug of class B (cannabis)
- Assault by beating
- Assaulting a constable in execution of duty
- Criminal damage to property valued under £5,000
He was also found guilty of intentional strangulation following a trial, leading to his substantial prison sentence.
Police Response and Commitment to Tackling Domestic Abuse
A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police commented on the case, stating: "A man who punched and strangled his mother during a domestic incident has been jailed. We will continue to take robust action against those responsible for violence and domestic abuse across Staffordshire, working to support victims and to deliver positive outcomes through the criminal justice system."
The police emphasised their ongoing commitment to addressing domestic violence within the community, encouraging residents to report incidents through their 101 non-emergency line or website Live Chat service, with 999 remaining the appropriate contact for emergencies.
This case highlights the serious consequences of domestic violence and the judicial system's determination to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions against family members.
