Nottingham, England – A man known for his violent outbursts has received a lengthy jail sentence after a series of brutal assaults on a woman with whom he had been living. Andrew Gray, 43, who was dubbed “The Incredible Hulk” by his victim, faced Nottingham Crown Court for multiple incidents of aggression primarily motivated by excessive alcohol consumption.
The court heard that the first assault occurred in May 2025 when Gray, inebriated and combative, followed the victim into her home. After a dispute that erupted following her return from a memorial service for her father, Gray assaulted her, pulling her hair and slamming her head against the walls. He then allegedly prevented her from seeking medical help, immobilizing her injuries with tape instead.
About a month later, Gray struck again. This time, after a bout of drinking vodka, he kicked the woman in the ribs and punched her in the face, further deteriorating their already fraught relationship. At the time of these incidents, Gray had recently completed a six-year prison term for a previous robbery during which he threatened a woman with a machete in front of her child.
During sentencing, Judge Philip Head described Gray’s actions as a “gross abuse of her hospitality.” He pointed to Gray’s history of alcohol abuse as a significant factor contributing to the defendant’s violent behavior. Gray was sentenced to two years and nine months in prison, with the judge emphasizing the seriousness of the assaults committed against a person who had offered him a place to stay.
Prosecutors detailed the psychological toll on the victim, who reported experiencing frequent nightmares and feelings of fear following the attacks. The court was informed that she was working with local authorities to secure a safe place to live, evidencing the ongoing impact of Gray’s violence on her life.
Despite his troubling record of 45 previous offenses, including instances of domestic violence, Gray’s defense attorney highlighted a contrasting side to his client, suggesting that he possesses the capacity for change with support from family and friends. However, the underlying issue of his alcohol dependency remains a significant concern.
Alongside his prison sentence, Gray was issued a three-and-a-half-year restraining order, which prohibits him from contacting the victim in any capacity. The outcome serves as a sobering reminder of the far-reaching consequences of domestic violence and the challenges many victims face even after legal intervention.