Controlling Partner Stopped Woman Brushing Teeth for Two Years

Hannah Mellor faced terrible abuse from her partner. Ben Fitton controlled her for two years. He is now in jail for 18 years. His crimes included rape and violence. He also controlled her life. She wants other victims to get help.

Fitton was nice at first, Hannah said. He soon became jealous and controlling. He stopped her from wearing makeup and showering. He said being clean meant she was cheating. She couldn’t brush her teeth either, and her teeth are now badly damaged.

Hannah felt trapped in the relationship. Fitton knew where her family lived, and he even threatened to kill her son. He threatened her mother and sister’s cat. She stayed quiet to protect everyone. A police officer called it a very bad abuse case.

Fitton was very jealous and angry, which fuelled his abuse. He hurt her physically and emotionally. Hannah tried to take her own life. After that, she contacted the police, which led to Fitton’s arrest and conviction.

Hannah urges abuse victims to seek help, saying it is hard, but keep going. Help exists if you ask for it. You must be ready to leave for good. Do it for yourself, she emphasized. A police officer praised her bravery.