oh I can so relate to this. I was a victim for a long time. one day I had just had enough. I did meet someone that somehow without ever telling me I needed to leave gave me the courage to leave! even after I left and the divorce was over he still threatened me. cops would do nothing at that time unless he actually did what he said. Thank God now days they take threats seriously. I really advise anyone in any kind of abusive situation to get out now!