Barnsley Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Explore 12 verdicts at Barnsley Magistrates' Court (Barnsley, Barnsley). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

October 2025 1 case

Sean Gamble

Rape *

Sentence

imprisonment

Sean Gamble plied a child with cigarettes in a 'secret pact' before raping her 30 years ago. The victim came forward recently, leading to his conviction.

Put behind bars after a brave woman came forward three decades after the offences.

22 Oct 2025

August 2025 5 cases

Christopher Steven Davison

Animal Neglect *

Sentence

18-week suspended prison sentence, lifetime animal ban, £400 costs, and £154 victim surcharge

Christopher Steven Davison, 34, of High Street, Dodworth, Barnsley, abandoned his sick German Shepherd, Snowy, in a country park in October 2024. She was malnourished, weak, and tied to a tree on a cold night, leading to her being found in a poor condition and later euthanised due to a blocked intestine and filthy living conditions at his home.

Admitted failing to ensure the dog's needs were met due to neglect; mitigation included relationship breakdown, depression, anxiety, and remorse.

28 Aug 2025

Abigail Gee

Owning a dog dangerously out of control *

Sentence

5 years ban on owning dogs and £117 fine

Abigail Gee's Caucasian Shepherd dog escaped through an insecure fence and attacked a child on a street in Doncaster in October 2023, biting the child on the back. The dog had deep laceration wounds on its neck, which were infected and required veterinary care, and its coat was matted, indicating poor welfare.

Pled guilty to charges of owning a dog dangerously out of control. The dog was deemed too dangerous and unpredictable and was put to sleep.

19 Aug 2025

Darren Ambleton

Animal welfare offences *

Sentence

8 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 12 months, plus costs of £400 and a £154 victim surcharge

Darren Ambleton, along with his sister and niece, neglected a crossbreed dog named Blade and two cats, Charlie and Benny, at their home in Standhill Crescent, Barnsley. The animals endured severe flea infestations, with visible signs of distress including scratching, fur loss, and skin damage. Veterinary examination confirmed the suffering could have been prevented with routine care.

Pleaded guilty to two offences under the Animal Welfare Act. He admitted awareness of the fleas on the dog, but the family failed to treat the animals adequately, leading to prolonged suffering.

11 Aug 2025

Emma Booker

Animal welfare offences *

Sentence

8 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 12 months, plus costs of £400 and a £154 victim surcharge

Emma Booker, along with her mother and uncle, neglected a crossbreed dog named Blade and two cats, Charlie and Benny, at their home in Standhill Crescent, Barnsley. The animals were found with severe flea infestations, resulting in fur loss, urine staining, and evident discomfort. The family did not provide necessary veterinary care despite clear signs of distress.

Pleaded guilty to two offences under the Animal Welfare Act. The RSPCA inspector noted the family's failure to address the severe flea infestation, which caused significant animal suffering.

11 Aug 2025

Janine Booker

Animal welfare offences *

Sentence

8 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 12 months, plus costs of £400 and a £154 victim surcharge

Janine Booker, along with her brother and daughter, neglected a crossbreed dog named Blade and two cats, Charlie and Benny, at their home in Standhill Crescent, Barnsley. The animals suffered from severe flea infestations, leading to fur loss, skin irritation, and discomfort. Despite being advised to seek veterinary care, the family failed to treat the conditions properly, allowing the suffering to persist for months.

Pleaded guilty to two offences under the Animal Welfare Act. The RSPCA inspector described the flea infestation as the worst seen in their career, highlighting the importance of responsible pet ownership.

11 Aug 2025

July 2025 2 cases

Morgan Swindells

Drug dealing *

Sentence

two years and nine months imprisonment

Morgan Swindells was involved in a dramatic incident where police chased and wrestled him to the ground through the town of Barnsley after he was caught as a drug dealer.

Convicted following a police chase where he was wrestled to the ground as a drug dealer.

4 Jul 2025

Vvs Trading Ltd

Food safety offences *

Sentence

Fined £6,000

Trading standards officers inspected Premier Kendray Convenience Store in Kendray in May 2024 and found items sold beyond their use-by date. A formal improvement notice was served, but a follow-up inspection in November 2024 revealed more expired food on shelves. The shop was also selling confectionery without UK business contact details.

Pleaded guilty to 15 food safety offences. Also ordered to pay £2,000 victim surcharge and £951.26 in legal costs.

1 Jul 2025

June 2025 1 case

Cash Atherton

Stalking *

Sentence

12-week prison term suspended for 12 months, 120 hours of unpaid work, 10 days of rehabilitation activities, and a restraining order

Cash Atherton stalked a woman between February 12 and May 1, 2024, in South Yorkshire, making an obsessive amount of calls, sending a large number of text messages, leaving 20 voicemails, turning up at her address, following her to the gym, following her home, and calling her via WhatsApp and making Facebook posts directed towards her. He ought to have known his conduct amounted to harassment.

Initially denied the charge but later changed his plea. The sentence was suspended due to a real prospect of rehabilitation.

7 Jun 2025

May 2025 1 case

David Heeley

Shoplifting *

Sentence

16 weeks imprisonment

David Heeley committed two shoplifting offences in the Dodworth area of Barnsley, just four months after receiving a three-year CBO for similar offences. He was sentenced immediately after pleading guilty.

Pleaded guilty to two shoplifting offences and breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) that was issued in October 2024.

1 May 2025

October 2024 1 case

Brian Buckley

Causing unnecessary suffering to an animal *

Sentence

12-week prison term suspended for 12 months, banned from keeping cats and dogs for 10 years, £400 costs, £154 victim surcharge

Brian Buckley, 80, of Church Lane, High Hoyland, neglected his elderly springer spaniel Pip, leaving her to suffer from severe skin disease, ear infections, and eye conditions for a prolonged period without adequate veterinary treatment, breaching the Animal Welfare Act 2006. RSPCA officers rescued Pip from his home in Barnsley last January, finding her in a kennel with swollen, sore face, fur loss, and cuts. Vets treated her for four months, but she was ultimately euthanized due to the extent of her suffering.

Admitted causing unnecessary suffering by failing to provide veterinary treatment. Magistrates dismissed defence claim of 'momentary lapse', stating neglect had been ongoing. Mitigation included recent death of wife and attempts to treat with shampoo and vet visit, but with significant delay.

11 Oct 2024

August 2024 1 case

Luke Johnson

Drink driving *

Sentence

community order with a nine-day rehabilitation activity requirement, disqualified from driving for 2 years, fined £336

On 14 August 2024, at just before 1am, Luke Johnson, 37, of Major Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, was driving a Volkswagen Crafter van on the A1 at Tinwell, Leicestershire, after consuming alcohol. He smashed into the back of a police car at the scene of a lane closure following a vehicle recovery, causing injuries to the officer inside and substantial damage to the vehicle. The officer at the front dived out of the way. Johnson gave a breath test reading of 113 microgrammes of alcohol in 100ml of breath, over three times the legal limit. He claimed he did not see police lights or cones and had taken an unusual route via the A1, which was dark.

Pleaded guilty to drink driving and driving without due care and attention. Admitted having a problem with alcohol and drinking vodka while at work.

20 Aug 2024

Disclaimer: The information on this page is compiled from publicly available court records and published media reports. It is provided strictly for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as a definitive record of any individual's criminal history or legal status.

Offence names marked with an asterisk (*) reflect descriptions used in media reporting and may not correspond to the formal legal charge or indictment. Sentencing details are as reported and may be subject to subsequent appeal, variation, or correction by the courts.

All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The presence of a name on this page does not imply guilt, and some listed individuals may have had convictions overturned, sentences reduced, or charges withdrawn after the date of publication.

We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any court, government body, or law enforcement agency. While we endeavour to ensure the accuracy of all information, we accept no liability for any errors, omissions, or consequences arising from the use of this data. If you believe any entry is inaccurate, outdated, or should be removed, please submit a removal request using the icon on the relevant entry or contact us directly.

No sentences found matching your search.

The Court House, Westgate, Barnsley S70 2HW, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 2HW, United Kingdom

+441226320000

Wheelchair accessible parking, Wheelchair accessible entrance

Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00

Get Directions

About Barnsley Magistrates' Court

Barnsley Magistrates' Court, located in Barnsley, Barnsley, is a Magistrates' Court that deals with summary offences, some either-way offences, and preliminary hearings for more serious cases. With 12 sentencing records in our database, it serves the Barnsley, Barnsley area and surrounding communities. Magistrates' Courts handle the majority of criminal cases in England and Wales, with cases heard by a bench of magistrates or a district judge.

The court can be found at The Court House, Westgate, Barnsley S70 2HW, S70 2HW.

Accessibility provisions at this court include wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking.

For enquiries about cases heard at this court, you can contact the court by telephone on +441226320000.

All sentencing information published on this page has been sourced from publicly-available records and verified by our editorial team. If you believe any information is inaccurate or should be removed, you can submit a removal request directly from the relevant listing above.