A Herne Bay man has been locked up after unleashing a terrifying four-month spree of revenge porn and stalking.
James Finch’s Dark Reign of Abuse
James Finch, 36, subjected a woman to relentless torment by sharing her private photos online without consent. He even used one of her images as his social media profile picture, humiliating her in front of his entire contact list.
But Finch’s harassment didn’t stop there. He flooded the victim with hundreds of unwanted calls and messages, repeatedly threatening to kill her and members of her family.
Chilling Death Threats and Sickening Messages
Police uncovered horrifying videos Finch sent, where he vowed to break the woman’s jaw and burn plastic into her skin. A voice message also surfaced, where he wished death on one of her young relatives in a car crash.
Bravely, the victim reported the stalking and threats to the police. Finch was arrested on 29 October 2025 and later pleaded guilty to stalking, making threats to kill, and sharing intimate images without consent.
Two Years Behind Bars and a Tough Restraining Order
On 6 January 2026, Canterbury Crown Court sentenced Finch to two years in prison. After serving his time, he must adhere to a five-year restraining order barring any contact with the victim.
Detective Constable Connie Baker said: “Finch’s behaviour was cruel, relentless, and designed to instil fear. His actions caused significant distress and humiliation, which no one should have to endure. Tackling this kind of crime remains a top priority for Kent Police.”
“I want to commend the bravery of the victim in reporting this to us. Her continued support with the investigation has helped to ensure that Finch was brought to justice for his vile actions.”
