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16.03.2022 / 11:25
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'It's not over' ITV presenter Ruth Dodsworth shares fears over release of 'dangerous' ex
ITV weather presenter Ruth Dodsworth, 46, has taken to Twitter to share her concerns ahead of the imminent release of her ex-husband Jonathan Wignall, 55. Ruth has admitted she has fitted her house with security alarms, as Jonathan may be released early, serving only half of his three-year sentence.Jonathan subjected his ex-partner to a nine-year campaign of controlling abuse.The pair were married for 18 years, with Jonathan pleading guilty to coercive behaviour and stalking last year, which resulted in him being handed a lifetime restraining order.He was given a three-year sentence, and is suspected to only serve half.Ruth took to Twitter to express her concern over her ex-husband's release.She said in view of her 36,300 followers: "Exactly 1 year ago today my ex husband pleaded guilty to stalking and #coercivecontrol."I've spent this aft with @swpolice learning how to protect my home/family ahead of his possible imminent release.