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Superyacht Worker Apologises in Court for Abducting Ex as Sentencing Nears

The court heard competing calls for prison or a community order ahead of a decision set for September 2.

Overview

  • Ethan Davis, 24, faced a sentencing hearing after pleading guilty to stalking, using a carriage service to menace, possessing a prohibited drug, and detaining a person to obtain advantage.
  • Addressing the court, Davis told his former partner he was truly sorry and accepted full accountability, while her victim impact statement noted she has PTSD and hopes he receives help.
  • Defence lawyers urged a community-based order citing ongoing treatment, a five-year apprehended violence order and a positive risk assessment, as prosecutors pressed for custody over the seriousness and escalation of the offending.
  • Court documents detail more than 200 calls, a one-cent bank transfer labeled "answer your phone," and an abduction in which Davis wore latex gloves and forced the deletion of messages while armed with a multi-tool.
  • The victim reported being followed home after the incident and notified police the next morning, with sentencing expected on September 2.