A man who imprisoned a woman in Kirklees for a period of four days has been sentenced to six years in prison at Leeds Crown Court.
Swift police action and court outcome
The defendant, Artur Borisenkov, aged 32 and of no fixed address, was handed the custodial term on Wednesday 15 July following a trial last month. He was convicted of one count of false imprisonment and one count of coercive and controlling behaviour. He had pleaded guilty to two counts of criminal damage relating to the victim’s property.
The offending was reported to West Yorkshire Police when the victim contacted officers on 3 December 2025, saying she had been held against her will for four days. Borisenkov was arrested the same day and was in court within 24 hours.
Police response and victim support
Detectives in Kirklees praised the victim for coming forward. In a statement Detective Constable Yvonne Brear said the victim had shown "real courage" and that her action had led to the suspect being removed from the streets and imprisoned. DC Brear also confirmed a restraining order has been made to prevent the offender contacting the victim.
"The victim in this case has shown real courage in coming forwards and reporting Borisenkov for the awful offences he subjected her to. Her bravery resulted in this man being swiftly taken off the streets and being put behind bars."
DC Brear added that the charges brought reflected the strength of the evidence and reassured other victims that the force will listen, investigate and signpost support services.
Sentence and immediate consequences
- Sentence: 6 years' imprisonment
- Convictions: false imprisonment, coercive and controlling behaviour
- Admissions: guilty to two counts of criminal damage
- Protection: restraining order imposed to bar contact with the victim
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Defendant | Artur Borisenkov, 32, no fixed address |
| Report made | 3 December 2025 |
| Court | Leeds Crown Court |
| Sentence | 6 years' imprisonment |
The case underscores the work of Kirklees detectives in responding to reports of domestic offending and the legal routes available to secure protection for victims. The police statement emphasised the importance of reporting such crimes and offered reassurance that victims will be supported through investigation and prosecution.
West Yorkshire Police described the initial charges and the jury verdict as demonstrating the strength of the evidence against the defendant. No further details about the trial or the victim have been released by the force.
