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Ex-partner's early release sparks victim's terror
11 Oct
Summary
- Mum fears for her children's safety due to ex-partner's early prison release.
- Ex-partner was convicted of strangulation and multiple assaults.
- Victim has installed a security system and lives in fear of retaliation.
A woman convicted of strangulation, actual bodily harm, and assault by beating is facing renewed fear as her ex-partner is eligible for early release. Mark Hunt was sentenced to 34 months in prison on August 7, 2026, and received a lifetime restraining order. However, he will be released in March 2027, having served a fraction of his sentence.
The victim, Hayleigh Allsopp, described a harrowing pattern of abuse between 2024 and 2026, involving strangulation, punches, and being whipped with a dog leash. One attack in April 2026, where Hunt punched her six times in the mouth, led to his arrest and conviction.
Despite the conviction and restraining order, Hayleigh fears Hunt will seek retaliation. She has invested £2,500 in a security system and suffers from PTSD. She expressed deep concern for her children's safety, stating, "One of us is going to die at the hands of this man." The Ministry of Justice stated its commitment to public safety through new controls for prison leavers.
