Adam Woodhouse, 35, of Edrick Walk, HA8, has been sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of a range of offences, including cyber-flashing, arson with intent, and stalking. The sentence was handed down at Harrow Crown Court on Friday, April 4.
Woodhouse’s crimes targeted his former partner, subjecting her to a year-long campaign of abuse after their relationship ended. This included cyber-flashing, harassment, and setting fire to a moped outside her home, which endangered the lives of the victim and her children.
Disturbing Pattern of Abuse
Woodhouse’s abuse began after the relationship ended and escalated rapidly. He sent hundreds of abusive messages and phone calls, recorded videos outside the victim’s home, and smashed garden pots and car windows. One text message read:
“I will go to prison for murder of you.
In July 2024, he broke into the victim’s house, stealing all sets of keys and her car. In September 2024, he set fire to a moped outside her address, trapping the victim and her children inside. Emergency responders managed to rescue them uninjured. Woodhouse then called the victim, gloating and laughing about his actions.
During his attempts to evade police, Woodhouse sent unsolicited and threatening images of his genitals to the victim. He was eventually arrested on September 30 in Lincolnshire. During questioning, he was aggressive, stole interview papers, and caused criminal damage by urinating in his cell.
Court and Sentencing
Woodhouse pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including:
- Arson with intent to endanger life
- Stalking
- Cyber-flashing
- Burglary
- Taking without consent
- Criminal damage
The judge described him as a “dangerous offender” and issued a lifetime restraining order against him, preventing any further contact with the victim.
Victim Speaks Out
After the sentencing, the survivor of Woodhouse’s abuse bravely spoke out:
“What Adam has put my children and I through has ruined our lives completely, and I would never want any other woman to go through this. I would say to any other women who are experiencing domestic abuse to be brave, come forward, and get support from the police to get the justice you deserve.
She thanked Detective Constable Olivia Fox for her support throughout the investigation.
Police Statement
DC Olivia Fox from the North West Public Protection Unit praised the victim’s courage:
“Woodhouse demonstrated that he was an abusive domestic perpetrator, repeatedly targeting this young woman to the point this abuse took over her life. It takes a brave person to pick up with an emotionally draining investigation again, and I commend her tenacity and strength.”
DC Fox also emphasized the importance of reporting domestic abuse:
“We are better trained than ever to investigate reports of domestic abuse and will continue to work with partner agencies to ensure that all victims get justice.
Support for Victims
Victims of domestic abuse are encouraged to report incidents to the police. Help and support are available through the Metropolitan Police and organizations like Refuge and Women’s Aid.
For more on how the Met Police is tackling violence against women and girls, visit the VAWG crackdown page on the Metropolitan Police website.
