February 15th 2025.
A recent court case involving Callum Shipley has brought to light the disturbing reality of domestic abuse and the impact it can have on victims. Shipley, a 32-year-old man from Sunderland, was sentenced to 34 months in prison for his campaign of controlling behavior towards his girlfriend.
The victim, who has chosen to remain anonymous, shared her harrowing experience of being with Shipley for two-and-a-half years. She revealed that he controlled every aspect of her life, even going as far as to dictate what their children could watch on TV. She also spoke of his bullying towards her children, including her daughter who has autism.
But perhaps the most shocking revelation was that Shipley forced her to have a child with him by threatening to end their relationship if she did not remove her contraceptive implant. The victim, who did not want to have a child with Shipley, fell pregnant and was then banned from breastfeeding by him. She said that he found it "disgusting" and made her feel like a "pervert" for wanting to feed her own child naturally.
Shipley's abuse did not stop there. He also physically attacked her while she was pregnant, leading her to install CCTV in their home. The footage captured him headbutting her during a later argument. The victim has since stated that she has been left with psychological and emotional damage due to Shipley's actions. She shared that he continues to "haunt her mind" even though he is now in custody.
The impact of Shipley's abuse has been far-reaching, not only affecting the victim but also her children. She described how he "completely leeched on my resources" after wasting his own money on alcohol, drugs, and gambling. The victim's statement, along with the evidence presented in court, was crucial in securing Shipley's conviction.
Sadly, cases like this are not uncommon. In fact, violence against women is a relentless epidemic that continues to plague our society. In response to this, on November 25, 2024, Metro launched "This Is Not Right," a year-long campaign to address this issue. In partnership with Women's Aid, the campaign aims to educate and empower readers on the topic of violence against women.
Throughout the year, Metro will be featuring stories that shed light on the sheer scale of this epidemic. We hope that by sharing these stories, we can raise awareness and bring about change. If you have a story to share, please reach out to us via email.
We must all work together to put an end to violence against women. It is not just a women's issue, it is a human rights issue. We must hold abusers accountable and create a society where women feel safe and empowered. Let us stand together and say, "This is not right."
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