A woman from Merseyside has been sentenced after subjecting her boyfriend to a horrific two-year campaign of coercive control and abuse, which included banning him from showering and forcing him to live and sleep in a filthy garden shed.
Chloe Jasminne, 25, systematically isolated and degraded her victim, controlling every aspect of his life until he was left a shadow of his former self. The shocking case, heard at Liverpool Crown Court, reveals the depths of her cruel and calculating behaviour.
A Life of Control and Humiliation
Jasminne's reign of terror over her partner was characterised by extreme rules designed to humiliate and dominate him. She imposed a strict ban on personal hygiene, forbidding him from using the shower and only allowing him to clean his teeth with mouthwash. This left him feeling degraded and utterly powerless.
Her control extended to his living conditions. She cruelly forced him to sleep and live in a cold, unkempt shed at the bottom of the garden, treating him as less than human while she occupied the main house.
Isolated and Under Threat
The court heard how Jasminne cut her partner off from his friends and family, a classic tactic of coercive control. She dictated who he could see and speak to, effectively imprisoning him within the relationship.
Her abuse was not just psychological. The victim was threatened with violence, living in constant fear of her reactions. This atmosphere of intimidation ensured his compliance and silence, preventing him from seeking help for a significant period.
The Law Steps In
After the brave victim finally came forward, an investigation was launched by Merseyside Police. The evidence gathered painted a clear picture of sustained psychological abuse and coercive controlling behaviour.
Jasminne was arrested and charged. At Liverpool Crown Court, she was sentenced to 20 months in prison, suspended for two years. She was also handed a 10-year restraining order to protect the victim and ordered to complete 30 rehabilitation activity days.
A Warning to Others
This case serves as a stark reminder that domestic abuse is not always physical. Coercive control is a sinister form of abuse that traps victims through isolation, manipulation, and the erosion of their self-esteem.
If you or someone you know is experiencing similar behaviour, support is available. Organisations like Refuge and the Men's Advice Line offer confidential help and guidance to those in need.
