A Bicester stalker who called his victim over 1,000 times in one afternoon has been jailed.

Luke Gleeson of Mowson Lane in Warral, Sheffield continuously abused and tormented the victim between Tuesday, April 30 and Friday, September 20 this year.

The victim, a woman in her 20s, was harassed by consistent communications via phone, email and social media platforms, Oxford Crown Court heard on Tuesday. 

She and her family endured significant distress due to Gleeson’s actions and lived in constant fear of his threats.

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Luke Gleeson has been jailed.Luke Gleeson has been jailed. (Image: Thames Valley Police)

Gleeson frequently displayed an intense obsession with the victim, and once called her workplace more than 1,000 times in one afternoon to harass members of staff and leave messages for the victim.

The 37-year-old was arrested on Tuesday, September 24 and was charged the following day.

He has since been jailed for two years following a hearing at Oxford Crown Court on Tuesday, October 29.

Gleeson pleaded guilty to one count of stalking involving fear of violence in the same hearing and was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £187 and is subject to a restraining order.

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Investigating officer Detective Constable Sophie Smith, said: “Tuesday was a positive day for our efforts in tackling violent crimes against women and girls.

“It's important to note that stalking is a serious crime that requires swift and robust action. Throughout the course of his offending, Gleeson displayed no concern nor care for the victim's well-being, and I am gratified that we have managed to restore a semblance of peace and control for her and her family.

“Stalking is a life-altering crime, and I hope the outcome of Tuesday's court proceedings demonstrates to the public that we, the police, are taking these crimes seriously and will do everything in our power to assist any victims seeking help.”

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