A Barry man who raped and assaulted his ex-partner has been jailed for twenty years.
Cardiff Crown Court heard Aaron Gaughan made his victim feel like a prisoner in her own home and controlled every aspect of her life.
The 45 year-old was found guilty on three counts of rape, controlling and coercive behaviour, two counts of assault and stalking involving serious alarm and distress following an eight-day trial last November.
Gaughan admitted driving while disqualified and without insurance.
In a victim impact statement, his former partner said: "I am starting to feel like a different person since all the trauma Aaron Gaughan has put me through."
"However, that doesn’t take away from the overwhelming anxiety and stress I have suffered over the last couple of years. I find it very difficult to sleep and as a result of this I am on different and more medication. I have continuous nightmares and a massive fear of leaving my home."
"I just hope that now Aaron is sentenced that I can go on to have a normal life without living in fear.”
Judge Lucy Crowther sentenced Gaughan to fifteen years in prison and a further five year extended sentence.
He was also given an indefinite restraining order to protect his vicitim.
Following sentencing on Monday, DC Brittany Brewer of South Wales Police said: "Aaron Gaughan is a dangerous individual who controlled every aspect of his victim’s life. He has shown no remorse or empathy for the campaign of abuse he has inflicted."
"We applaud the courage of the victim in this case who has shown remarkable strength in attending court and providing evidence to the jury."
"We hope they can finally achieve some peace and rebuild their life following the significant sentence passed by HHJ Lucy Crowther."

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