Horror in Canberra: Pregnant Woman Allegedly Strangled and Threatened with Death by Partner in Sickening Four-Year Campaign of Terror
- A 33-year-old Canberra man has been charged with five counts of common assault, among other heinous crimes, following a four-year reign of terror against his pregnant partner.
- Police discovered a Taser and knife at the man’s home after executing a search warrant, and he remains before the courts.
- The alleged abuse, which included strangulation and threats to kill, has left the community reeling in shock.
August 20, 2025, will be etched in the memory of a Canberra woman forever – the day her partner’s brutality reached a terrifying new low. The 33-year-old man from Richardson, in the city’s southern suburbs, allegedly strangled his pregnant partner and threatened to kill her, prosecutors claim.
In a heart-wrenching development, the attacks were just the latest in a four-year campaign of terror, which began in 2022, according to ACT Policing. The alleged abuse included chokes, suffocation, and strangulation, leaving the victim in a constant state of fear.
On Friday, police executed a search warrant at the man’s home, where they found a knife and a Taser. The discovery sent shockwaves through the community, and the man was subsequently charged with five counts of common assault, among other crimes.
As the alleged offender faces court, ACT Policing has issued a stark reminder: “ACT Policing stands ready to assist victims experiencing family violence.” The statement serves as a beacon of hope for those trapped in similar nightmare scenarios.
If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.com.au. In an emergency, call 000.