A former police officer who was sentenced for six acts of assault against his then-wife is due to be released on parole next week. newsiviewlistenLoading ABC NewsNews HomeDV survivor 'fearful' for life after learning of ex-husband's release through mediaShareShare articleDV survivor 'fearful' for life after learning of ex-husband's release through mediaEBy Eva Blandis. Stella Magnisalis says she found out through media reports that her abuser will be released from prison next week.