A 32-year-old man from Calne has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for sexual assault.
Adam Gregory, of Finch Lane, was sentenced at Swindon Magistrates Court on 24th February after pleading guilty at an earlier hearing.
The court heard that on 2nd October 2023, Gregory assaulted his victim by touching her in an intimate area without her consent while her children were in the house. The incident was recorded on the victim's phone.
In a statement read out in court, the victim said: "I was worried he was going to flip out because I was not giving him what he wanted. I was scared he would not give up."
Gregory was sentenced to 12 months in prison and made the subject of a restraining order for 16 years. He will also be required to register with the police in accordance with the Sexual Offences Act 2003 for 10 years and ordered to pay a surcharge of £187.
Local Crime Investigator Amanda Southey said: "Everyone has the right to feel safe in their community and even more so in their home. Sexual assaults can have a long-lasting negative effect on a victim's well-being and feelings of safety. Furthermore, future relationships can be difficult to build due to a lack of trust.
"This sexual assault took place in the victim's own home whilst her children were in the property. The victim not only had her own feelings and safety to consider but also that of her children too. She was unable to call out and defend herself for fear of drawing the children's attention.
"I want to thank the victim for their bravery at coming forward to report the offence and even more so for supporting a prosecution and staying with us throughout the legal process. The victim is now safeguarded for the next 16 years by a Restraining Order, meaning she will not have to face her perpetrator again until her children are adults. "If you have been a victim of sexual assault, I urge you to report the offence to the police and/or a support agency. You will be listened to, treated with respect, and you will be in control of how you wish to proceed."
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