A 33-year-old man from Holmfirth has been locked up after stalking and assaulting multiple victims, including a woman he bombarded with unwanted messages and tracked using technology.
Samuel Hunter’s Campaign of Harassment
- Samuel Hunter from Cartworth Moor Road, Holmfirth, was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court on 16 October.
- He admitted stalking offences against two women and one man, alongside assault and criminal damage charges.
- Hunter stalked a woman in Cleckheaton from 13 September to 21 December 2024.
- During this time, he sent her 95 emails and called 130 times.
- He also used technology to track the car she drove, following her movements and confronting her about whereabouts.
- On 4 August 2024, Hunter assaulted this victim and damaged her car.
- He stalked a second woman between 13 to 23 September 2024.
- Additionally, Hunter stalked a man in Cleckheaton between 8 to 14 December 2024.
- Separately, Hunter was sentenced for aggravated assault on a man in Holmfirth on 23 January 2023.
- Total sentence: five years and two months in prison.
Police Praise Victims’ Courage
Detective Inspector Ben Beck, Kirklees District Safeguarding Unit, said: “Stalking is an awful and insidious offence that can ruin victims’ lives. We welcome Hunter’s sentencing for relentless harassment and physical assault.
“His use of tracking technology highlights the depths of his obsession and need for control. The victims have shown immense courage in coming forward and helping secure justice.
“Their bravery has led to the conviction of a dangerous man capable of violence, proven by both this case and a separate assault conviction in Holmfirth.”
“We urge victims of stalking and abuse to report incidents. We promise every case will be fully investigated.”
Get Help if You’re Being Stalked
For advice on recognising stalking and harassment and seeking support, visit West Yorkshire Police’s stalking advice page.
Full details on this case are available at West Yorkshire Police website.
