Wishaw, Scotland – Christopher Ferguson, a former police officer from Wishaw, has been sentenced to three years and nine months in prison after being found guilty of violent and sexual abuse against three former partners over a period of 14 years. The 31-year-old’s abusive behavior included assaults, stalking, and voyeurism, leaving his victims with severe trauma.
Ferguson was convicted on nine charges, including two counts of voyeurism, following a trial at Hamilton Sheriff Court. The court heard that Ferguson’s abusive actions took place in the Lanarkshire area and included incidents at Glasgow’s Helen Street police station. His behavior was marked by a pattern of control and violence against his partners.
One of the victims endured repeated assaults and was subjected to Ferguson’s control over her clothing and communication. He monitored her text messages, took away her mobile phone, and stalked her by repeatedly calling and texting her, sending unwanted gifts, and waiting outside a relative’s property.
Another woman was tormented by Ferguson through the disclosure of intimate photographs, violent assaults—including choking—and threats to harm himself. A third victim was also repeatedly attacked, once being pushed down a flight of stairs, and was stalked by Ferguson, who monitored her movements and harassed her regarding an ongoing police investigation against him.
Ferguson was arrested and charged in 2021 following an investigation by Police Scotland. He was suspended from duty immediately and later resigned from his position. In addition to his prison sentence, Ferguson’s name has been added to the sex offenders register for ten years. The court also issued non-harassment orders, prohibiting him from contacting his victims for the next decade.
Les Brown, Procurator Fiscal for South Strathclyde, described Ferguson as a “habitual domestic abuser” who inflicted “unimaginable trauma” on his victims.
This case highlights the severe consequences of domestic abuse and the importance of justice being served for the victims.