Tyler Wilkey, 32 from Barnstaple was sentenced at Exeter Crown Court on 28 May to two years and two months in prison.
A fourteen-year restraining order not to contact the victim was also put in place.
The court heard how the victim was in constant fear of Wilkey, who displayed behaviours such as making threats to harm including to harm her family.
Officer in the case, PC Hunt said: “The victim in this case has shown great bravery in coming forward to report Wilkey for the abuse he has inflicted upon her.
“The psychological harm will take time to heal but we hope that she feels that justice has been served”.
“Anybody who has suffered abuse within a relationship – whether that be physical abuse or controlling behaviour – is asked to report it to us.
“Each report will be investigated, and you will be supported throughout the process. Please report via 101 or our website or call 999 if in immediate danger.”
Support available
If you have been affected by this article there is support available.
You can visit victimcare-dc.org to access support services and information on your rights and how to navigate the criminal justice system.
You can also call Victim Support on 0808 1689 111 or Devon and Cornwall Police’s Victim Care Unit on 01392 475900.
Support is also available from North Devon Against Domestic Abuse (NDADA)
