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A Wigan man who sent threatening messages to a woman, damaging her home and threatening violence has narrowly avoided an immediate spell behind bars.

Thomas Hope, 36, of Bridgeman Terrace, Swinley, had pleaded guilty to harassment which put the woman in fear of violence between July 1 and August 5 at a previous hearing at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court.

Returning for sentencing he was given a 26-week custodial sentence but it was suspended for 18 months.

He must also complete five days of rehabilitation activities and has been made the subject of a two-year restraining order which prevents any contact with his victim save through the family courts

No immediate jail for Wigan 36-year-old who threatened woman