A man has been sentenced to one year and six months in prison and issued a five-year restraining order following a guilty plea to multiple offences, including intentional strangulation, in an investigation conducted by Thames Valley Police.
Michal Wojdyla, 40, residing at Woodstock Close, Maidenhead, received his sentencing at Reading Crown Court on Friday, January 12. The court’s decision comes after Wojdyla pleaded guilty to charges on November 8, including one count each of intentional strangulation, actual bodily harm, and criminal damage. A charge related to taking a vehicle without consent was left on file.
The incident in question occurred on June 17, 2023, when Wojdyla subjected his victim to a brutal assault upon her return home. During the attack, he threw eggs and cat litter at her, pulled her hair, punched her in the face, and strangled her. Additionally, he damaged various items within the residence, including throwing a table at the victim and ripping her shirt. Following these acts of violence, he threatened to kill her and made off in her car.
The victim, a woman in her late twenties, suffered injuries to her eye and ear, along with bruising on her neck and body. She required immediate hospital treatment but was subsequently discharged.
These horrifying offences transpired at an address in Slough, sparking an investigation that led to Wojdyla’s arrest on June 26. He was charged and subsequently remanded the following day.
PC Matthew Denty, the investigating officer, commented, “This was a violent and distressing incident of domestic violence, which occurred because the offender was jealous and controlling. I am pleased that Wojdyla has been sentenced, and I hope the result demonstrates that domestic violence will not be tolerated at any level, and Thames Valley Police will investigate thoroughly and support victims.
He added, “I hope that the victim, who has been incredibly brave and supportive throughout the proceedings, has some closure from the conclusion of this case. I would also like to thank the witnesses who also supported the victim and provided statements to the police, which allowed us to present a strong case to the Crown Prosecution Service and, in turn, led to a guilty plea.
