Birmingham Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 336 verdicts at Birmingham Crown Court (Birmingham). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

September 2024 12 cases

Patrik Quarless

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

9 years and 8 months imprisonment

Patrik Quarless, aged 24 from Graburn Road, Formby, was involved in a conspiracy to supply cocaine as part of a gang that brought drugs from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine.

10 Sep 2024

Jamie Hadley

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

11 years and 9 months imprisonment

Jamie Hadley, aged 32 from Kingstanding Road, Birmingham, led a conspiracy that brought large quantities of cannabis from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021. The operation involved transporting drugs and cash, which was uncovered by police investigations.

Pleaded guilty to 3 counts of conspiracy to supply cannabis, production of cannabis and possession of criminal property (£15,000 cash). He was the principal organiser with overall control.

10 Sep 2024

Daniel Beattie

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Daniel Beattie, aged 24 from Morcroft Road, Liverpool, was involved as a courier in a conspiracy to supply cocaine, which was part of a larger operation bringing drugs from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021.

Found guilty of conspiracy to supply cocaine following a trial. He acted as a cocaine courier.

10 Sep 2024

Dean Isaac

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Dean Isaac, aged 35 from Lymington Road, Torquay, distributed cannabis as part of a conspiracy that brought drugs from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cannabis. He was a cannabis distributor in Torquay.

10 Sep 2024

An Toung Phan

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

An Toung Phan, aged 29 with no fixed address, was involved as a cannabis courier in a conspiracy that transported drugs from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021.

Found guilty of conspiracy to supply cannabis following a trial. He acted as a cannabis courier.

10 Sep 2024

Craig Bentick

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment, suspended for 18 months

Craig Bentick, aged 26 from Fonthill Road, Kirkdale, Liverpool, distributed cannabis in Torquay as part of a conspiracy that transported drugs from Merseyside and Birmingham between September and November 2021.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cannabis. He was a cannabis distributor in Torquay.

10 Sep 2024

Christopher Madden

Conspiracy to produce cannabis *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment, suspended for 18 months

Christopher Madden, aged 30 from Waterlily Close, Cannock, was involved in a conspiracy to produce cannabis as part of a gang that transported drugs from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to produce cannabis. He was second in command to the principal organiser.

10 Sep 2024

Collum Keyes

Conspiracy to produce cannabis *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Collum Keyes, aged 37 from Knightwick Crescent, Birmingham, served as a cannabis courier in a conspiracy that transported drugs from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021.

Found guilty of conspiracy to produce cannabis following a trial. He acted as a cannabis courier.

10 Sep 2024

Toi Banh

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

8 years and 2 months imprisonment

Toi Banh, aged 37 from Masshouse Plaza, Birmingham, organised money laundering as part of a conspiracy that brought large quantities of cannabis from Merseyside and Birmingham to Torquay between September and November 2021.

Pleaded guilty to 2 counts of conspiracy to supply cannabis and transferring criminal property (monies). He was the money laundering organiser for the principal figure.

10 Sep 2024

Thomas Sweeney Junior

Violent disorder *

Sentence

two years and four months imprisonment

Thomas Sweeney junior was involved in a violent disorder in the Gay Village, Birmingham, on July 15, 2023. He and his family attacked numerous men and women following a verbal altercation initiated by his father, with actions including knocking a man unconscious through repeated punches, kicks, and stamps, glassing a woman across the chest, and causing another female to suffer seizures from blows to the head. The brawl lasted several minutes and moved across different locations.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. Branded as utter cowards by the judge for participating in and encouraging mob violence, with the incident occurring when he was 18 years old.

1 Sep 2024

Thomas Sweeney Senior

Violent disorder *

Sentence

two years and ten months imprisonment

Thomas Sweeney senior was involved in a violent disorder in the Gay Village, Birmingham, on July 15, 2023. He initiated a verbal altercation with an Asian male, leading to a brawl where he and his family attacked numerous men and women, including knocking a man unconscious through repeated punches, kicks, and stamps, glassing a woman across the chest, and causing another female to suffer seizures from blows to the head. The incident lasted several minutes and spanned multiple locations.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. Branded as utter cowards by the judge for engaging in and encouraging mob violence.

1 Sep 2024

Ellen Sweeney

Violent disorder *

Sentence

one year and 11 months imprisonment

Ellen Sweeney, a mum-of-12, was involved in a violent disorder in the Gay Village, Birmingham, on July 15, 2023. She and her family attacked numerous men and women after a verbal altercation, with incidents including a man being knocked unconscious through repeated punches, kicks, and stamps, a woman being glassed across the chest resulting in a deep cut, and another female suffering seizures from blows to the head. The brawl lasted several minutes and moved across different locations.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. Branded as utter cowards by the judge for participating in mob culture attacks.

1 Sep 2024

August 2024 1 case

Alan Teague

Possession of a firearm and ammunition *

Sentence

five years imprisonment

Police recovered a viable firearm and ammunition inside a vacuum cleaner at a property in Meadow Close, Harborne, on June 29, after reports of a gun being brandished during an argument. The gun was an illegally converted Ekol blank firing pistol, and Teague was arrested shortly afterwards.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm and ammunition. Aged 49, from Meadow Close.

28 Aug 2024

July 2024 2 cases

Andrew Speers

Rape of a child *

Sentence

25 years imprisonment

Andrew Speers, from Bell Court, Birmingham, was arrested in July of the previous year after a warrant at his home revealed a substantial amount of child sexual abuse material on his digital devices. Further investigation by West Midlands Police's Online Child Sexual Exploitation Team led to his arrest for raping a child. Following a trial, he was found guilty of multiple offences, including raping a child and making indecent images of children.

Pleaded guilty to making indecent images of children but not guilty to multiple offences of raping a child. Found guilty after trial and will remain on the sex offender register for life.

10 Jul 2024

David Sherratt

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine *

Sentence

12 years and nine months imprisonment

David Sherratt was arrested following a high-speed police pursuit on the M5 and M42 motorways on 17 April, driving a black Peugeot at speeds of 120mph while transporting 36kg of cocaine, with a street value of £1.3 million, concealed in two Sports Direct bags in the car's boot. West Midlands police, supported by a helicopter, chased the vehicle before deploying a stinger to halt it. Sherratt congratulated the officers upon discovery of the drugs.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, possessing the drug with intent to supply, and dangerous driving.

7 Jul 2024

June 2024 1 case

Kye Lemathy

Possession of a firearm with intent *

Sentence

9 years and 9 months imprisonment

Kye Lemathy was involved in a disorder at the junction of Witton Road and Endicott Road on October 12, 2023. He recklessly fired a gun, despite pedestrians nearby, and was stabbed in the incident. CCTV captured the event, showing him shooting and someone using a passer-by as a human shield.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm with intent. Was stabbed during the disorder and taken to hospital.

3 Jun 2024

May 2024 4 cases

Damien Gloster

Sexual assault *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment extended by 3 years

Damien Gloster sexually assaulted two teenage boys. On May 11, 2024, he assaulted a 15-year-old boy on a train between Barnt Green and Selly Oak. On July 16, 2024, he assaulted a 16-year-old boy while trainspotting at Northfield station and enticed him into a woodland area.

Found guilty by a jury of two counts of sexual assault on a male. Described as a dangerous and predatory sex offender. Will have a lifelong signature on the Sex Offenders Register.

7 May 2024

Jason Joyce

Unlawful Wounding *

Sentence

18-month suspended sentence for two years, 175 hours of unpaid work, 40 days' rehabilitation activity, and compensation to victims

In October 2021, at Hollywood Bowl in Rubery, Jason Joyce punched a member of a family celebrating a 30th birthday, sparking violence. He brandished a machete during the altercation and fled after throwing glasses, one of which struck a man in the face, causing long-lasting injuries. The incident involved violence and the use of weapons.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding, assault, and making threats with a knife. Judge Richard Bond expressed disgust at the actions and considered the defendants' age at the time and the delay in prosecution.

1 May 2024

Mervyn Boreland

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Mervyn Boreland was driving at approximately 64-67 mph in a 30 mph zone on Holly Lane, Erdington, on May 27, 2023, when he struck a 13-year-old girl crossing the road. He fled the scene, leaving her with serious life-threatening and life-changing injuries. She survived but continues to face challenges with basic functions. Police investigations, including CCTV and forensic examinations, identified Boreland as the driver of a black Volkswagen Golf, leading to his arrest after he handed himself in.

Pleaded guilty. The family provided a victim personal statement describing the impact, and Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes commented on the devastating consequences of speeding.

1 May 2024

Mark Joyce

Unlawful Wounding *

Sentence

18-month suspended sentence for two years, 175 hours of unpaid work, 40 days' rehabilitation activity, and compensation to victims

In October 2021, at Hollywood Bowl in Rubery, Mark Joyce initiated a confrontation by asking 'what you staring at?' to members of a family celebrating a 30th birthday. He tried swinging a pool cue during the altercation. Both brothers fled after throwing glasses, one of which struck a man in the face, causing long-lasting injuries. The incident involved violence and the use of weapons.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding. Judge Richard Bond expressed disgust at the actions and considered the defendants' age at the time and the delay in prosecution.

1 May 2024

April 2024 12 cases

Minata Jalloh

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

12-month conditional discharge

Minata Jalloh was involved in a crash for cash scam, which included causing deliberate vehicle collisions or fabricating incidents to submit fraudulent insurance and repair claims. The group operated across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016, deceiving insurers and profiting unlawfully.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

Kamlesh Vadukul

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

4 years and 1 month in prison

Kamlesh Vadukul was a ringleader in a crash for cash scam, submitting fraudulent repair finance claims totalling £275,548 for 39 collisions and managing payments into a bank account he opened. The group caused deliberate collisions across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016.

Ringleader who submitted guilty pleas; opened bank accounts to receive fraudulent funds as part of an organised crime group.

28 Apr 2024

Raju Patel

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

5 years in prison

Raju Patel was a ringleader in a crash for cash scam, causing deliberate collisions and submitting fraudulent insurance and repair claims totalling £275,548 for 39 collisions. The group operated across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016, with funds paid into accounts linked to him.

Ringleader who submitted guilty pleas; evidence showed he was involved in submitting false claims and managing fraudulent funds as part of an organised crime group.

28 Apr 2024

Saqib Khan

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

12-month community order

Saqib Khan facilitated a crash for cash scam by causing deliberate collisions or providing details for false claims. The group submitted fraudulent repair invoices to insurers for staged or non-existent incidents across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

Dimple Ghera

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

12-month community order

Dimple Ghera facilitated a crash for cash scam by causing deliberate vehicle collisions or providing details for fraudulent claims. The group targeted innocent drivers, submitted fake repair invoices, and profited from false insurance claims across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

James Payne

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

12-month community order

James Payne facilitated a crash for cash scam by causing deliberate vehicle collisions or providing details for fraudulent claims. The group submitted false repair invoices and insurance claims for incidents across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

Amjad Rehman

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

24 weeks in prison, suspended for 12 months

Amjad Rehman helped facilitate a crash for cash scam by causing deliberate collisions or assisting in fraudulent claims. The scheme involved submitting false invoices for staged incidents across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016, resulting in over £320,000 gained.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

Amarjit Dhaliwal

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

19 weeks in prison

Amarjit Dhaliwal was involved in a crash for cash scam where the group caused deliberate vehicle collisions or fabricated incidents to submit fraudulent insurance claims. They spoofed a genuine repairs company and submitted false claims for collisions that occurred across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016, leading to over £320,000 in illicit gains.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

Asid Nadeem

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

24 weeks in prison, suspended for 12 months

Asid Nadeem helped facilitate a crash for cash scam by causing deliberate vehicle collisions or assisting in fraudulent claims. The scheme involved spoofing a repairs company and submitting false invoices for collisions across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016, leading to over £320,000 in fraudulent gains.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

Aqeb Hussain

Insurance Fraud *

Sentence

22 weeks in prison, suspended for 18 months

Aqeb Hussain helped facilitate a crash for cash scam by causing deliberate collisions with innocent road users or providing personal details for fraudulent claims. The scheme involved submitting false repair invoices and insurance claims for incidents across Walsall in the West Midlands between December 2015 and October 2016, resulting in over £320,000 gained.

Submitted guilty pleas as part of an organised crime group involved in insurance fraud.

28 Apr 2024

Levi-April Whalley

Importing cannabis *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Sophie Bannister and Levi-April Whalley, both 30, were stopped at Birmingham International Airport after returning from New York. Their suitcases, appearing packed with shopping, contained more than 35kg of cannabis. They held hands and sobbed in court as details were heard.

Pleaded guilty to importing cannabis. Caught with Sophie Bannister attempting to bring over 35kg of cannabis into the UK from New York.

2 Apr 2024

Sophie Bannister

Importing cannabis *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Pleaded guilty to importing cannabis. Caught with Levi-April Whalley attempting to bring over 35kg of cannabis into the UK from New York.

2 Apr 2024

March 2024 4 cases

Lewis Breen-Ledger

Supply of class A and class B drugs, and causing serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

4.5 years imprisonment

Lewis Breen-Ledger operated under the name ‘Dobby’s Packs’ on Instagram and Snapchat to sell class A and class B drugs. He was arrested in May 2024 after police executed a search warrant at his address in Halesowen, seizing cash, cocaine, cannabis, ketamine, scales, and three zombie knives. Officers also found Harry Potter-themed items, including a rubber mask and figurine. He had been involved in drug supply since age 16 and continued dealing after being released on bail, rebranding his account. Additionally, he caused serious injury by dangerous driving in October 2022, when a woman in her 60s was hit while cycling on Narrow Lane, Halesowen, and by careless driving when a man in his 50s was hit on Dudley Road, Rowley Regis.

Admitted to all drugs offences at an earlier hearing. Also sentenced for two unrelated driving offences. Showed brazen disregard for the law by continuing to deal drugs while on bail.

27 Mar 2024

Nicola Barnes

Fraud by abuse of position *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Nicola Barnes, a 36-year-old HMRC debt management adviser employed from October 2017 until sacked in March 2018, defrauded £52,348 from members of the public by diverting payments intended to clear tax debts into non-HMRC bank accounts. She made eight attempts to steal a total of £143,264, succeeding on six occasions. The crimes were discovered when taxpayers complained about continued debt reminders despite believing they had paid.

Admitted eight counts of fraud and fraud by abuse of position. Ordered to pay £1,800 costs. Victims did not suffer financial loss.

20 Mar 2024

Gary Mcnally

Fraud *

Sentence

2 years and 9 months imprisonment

Gary McNally operated an illegal IPTV service called Each Online from November 2017 to June 2020, providing unauthorised access to premium content including Sky Entertainment, Sky Sports, and Sky Movie channels. He used legitimate NOW TV accounts to facilitate illegal streaming, with over 2,000 subscribers during a world championship boxing match in February 2018. Authorities seized digital equipment, including laptops and hard drives, from his property in Birmingham following an investigation by Sky and West Midlands Police.

Pleaded guilty to two charges of making articles for use in frauds relating to the provision and creation of IPTV services.

15 Mar 2024

Raymond Tombs

Indecency against children *

Sentence

nine years imprisonment

Raymond Tombs sexually abused two boys in the 1980s and 1990s when he was in his 20s and the boys were under 14 years old. The abuses came to light after one victim spoke to a family member, prompting an investigation by the Public Protection Unit, which identified the second victim.

Found guilty of six offences of indecency against children following a trial. He was 59 years old at the time of sentencing. An investigator highlighted the bravery of the survivors and noted that such cases are pursued regardless of the time elapsed.

7 Mar 2024

February 2024 4 cases

Ayub Khan

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 30 years

Ayub Khan was part of a group that ambushed 43-year-old Richard Hopley in Underwood Close on September 22, 2022. Mr Hopley had been driving around a drug dealer when he was fatally stabbed at a pre-agreed location. Khan was carrying a knife during the group attack, although he was not the one who stabbed Mr Hopley. He fled the UK shortly afterwards and was arrested on his return to England last autumn.

Convicted of murder and conspiracy to rob after a trial. He fled the UK after the crime and was arrested upon his return.

25 Feb 2024

Shaquille Blake

Attempted Murder *

Sentence

34 years imprisonment

Shaquille Blake fired a gun at a man in the foyer of MJs Bar on Bridge Street at almost point-blank range, then kicked his target in the face before fleeing. The incident occurred just before 4am on August 13, 2023. The victim sustained abdominal and arm injuries and sought hospital treatment. Blake fled to Dubai shortly after but was arrested during a traffic stop in Ladywood almost a year later.

Convicted after a trial for attempted murder and possession of a firearm. Detective Chief Inspector Alastair Orencas commented that Blake carried a gun and was prepared to fire it, noting the sentence reflects the seriousness of gun offences.

13 Feb 2024

Ian Bullock

Sexual assault *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment

Ian Bullock entered the female toilets at Birmingham New Street station on March 21, 2023, while wearing a hi-vis vest. He sexually assaulted a woman as she washed her hands, then attempted to disguise himself by removing the vest and putting on a beanie hat before being arrested at the scene. During a police interview, he claimed he identified as female to justify his presence.

Convicted of sexual assault. Judge Heidi Kubik KC described him as a dangerous individual. Made subject to a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and required to sign the sex offenders' register.

7 Feb 2024

Zeeshan Ashraf

Fraud *

Sentence

three years and eight months in prison

Zeeshan Ashraf, a 44-year-old accountant from Hall Green, Birmingham, fraudulently claimed £268,102.07 from various Covid-19 support schemes, including the Eat Out to Help Out scheme, by making applications for non-existent hospitality companies. He also fraudulently obtained £91,174 under the Covid Job Retention Scheme through false claims and secured £50,000 bounce back loans from multiple banks by inflating his company's turnover and failing to disclose prior applications, using the funds for his personal lifestyle between April 2020 and April 2021.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of fraud. The Crown Prosecution Service noted that he took advantage of government support schemes during the pandemic and will seek to recover the funds.

3 Feb 2024

January 2024 4 cases

Fadi Zemmour

Theft *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment

Fadi Zemmour, a 36-year-old man of no fixed address, carried out a series of pickpocketing offences in Birmingham city centre over three months last summer, targeting women, the elderly, and carers. He preyed on victims while they were distracted, such as helping relatives or looking after children in pushchairs. He was identified by officers from Operation Taurus, arrested in London on December 12, and admitted the offences at Birmingham Magistrates Court on December 17 before being sentenced.

Admitted to eight thefts, three attempted thefts, and one fraud by false representation. The judge stated he posed a risk to the public.

28 Jan 2024

Heather Pinchbeck

Misconduct in a public office *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment

Heather Pinchbeck, a former prison officer at HMP Dovegate, made secret phone calls and sent lingerie photos to inmate Joseph Hardy while working as a guard. The misconduct occurred between February and March 2023.

Pleaded guilty to misconduct in a public office. The offence involved communicating with a prisoner using an illicit mobile phone between February and March 2023.

22 Jan 2024

Robert Vickers

Manslaughter *

Sentence

9.5 years imprisonment

On January 31, 2020, 42-year-old Robert Vickers approached 81-year-old Ann Preston in Bromwall Road, Birmingham, near her home, initially asking for directions before following and attacking her. He dragged her to the ground, stealing her handbag, causing a dislocated shoulder, broken rib, and severe bruising. Ms Preston's health deteriorated, and she died on February 27, 2020. Vickers was identified via CCTV, arrested, and initially admitted robbery, receiving over six years imprisonment in July 2020. Further investigation with medical evidence led to a manslaughter charge, admitted in December 2023.

Admitted manslaughter. Sentence added to prior 6+ years for robbery. Five-year extended licence period on release. Drug addict with previous theft convictions.

1 Jan 2024

Mohammed Nazir

Conspiracy to murder *

Sentence

More than 40 years imprisonment

Mohammed Nazir, along with Mohammed Aslam, devised a revenge plot against Aslat Mahumad following a violent incident at a Birmingham clothes shop in July 2018. The plot involved hiring Aimee Betro to attempt a murder in Yardley on September 7, 2019.

Jailed for involvement in a murder plot, as part of a rivalry stemming from a violent incident.

1 Jan 2024

December 2023 1 case

Johniel Barrett

Possessing a firearm and ammunition *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

On February 1, 2023, Johniel Barrett was pursued by unarmed police officers after they spotted him carrying a loaded antique revolver. He fled from a black Volkswagen Polo during a patrol near City Hospital in Birmingham, leading officers on a foot chase until he stopped outside a school. The officers identified the weapon as a Webley Mark VI revolver loaded with a .44 Smith and Wesson cartridge, and Barrett confirmed it was loaded when questioned.

Admitted possessing a firearm and ammunition. Investigating officer praised the officers for their bravery.

19 Dec 2023

September 2023 4 cases

Panashe Mahachi

Kidnap *

Sentence

9 years 6 months imprisonment

Panashe Mahachi, along with Nickyle Harris, Daejon Byfield and Danreiko Henry, kidnapped and robbed a 17-year-old victim outside a snooker hall in Birmingham city centre on September 2, 2022. The victim was bundled into a Volkswagen Golf, attacked, threatened with a sawn-off shotgun and a samurai sword, driven around Tividale and Dudley Port areas, forced to hand over £350 cash, transfer money from his bank account, and had his phone and trainers stolen before being dumped near Dudley and Sandwell train station.

Pleaded guilty to kidnap, robbery, possessing an offensive weapon and having a firearm with intent.

15 Sep 2023

Nickyle Harris

Kidnap *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Nickyle Harris, along with Daejon Byfield, Panashe Mahachi and Danreiko Henry, kidnapped and robbed a 17-year-old victim outside a snooker hall in Birmingham city centre on September 2, 2022. The victim was bundled into a Volkswagen Golf, attacked, threatened with a sawn-off shotgun and a samurai sword, driven around Tividale and Dudley Port areas, forced to hand over £350 cash, transfer money from his bank account, and had his phone and trainers stolen before being dumped near Dudley and Sandwell train station.

Pleaded guilty to kidnap, robbery, possessing an offensive weapon and having a firearm with intent.

15 Sep 2023

Daejon Byfield

Kidnap *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Daejon Byfield, along with Nickyle Harris, Panashe Mahachi and Danreiko Henry, kidnapped and robbed a 17-year-old victim outside a snooker hall in Birmingham city centre on September 2, 2022. The victim was bundled into a Volkswagen Golf, attacked, threatened with a sawn-off shotgun and a samurai sword, driven around Tividale and Dudley Port areas, forced to hand over £350 cash, transfer money from his bank account, and had his phone and trainers stolen before being dumped near Dudley and Sandwell train station.

Pleaded guilty to kidnap, robbery, possessing an offensive weapon, having a firearm with intent, and possessing cannabis with intent to supply.

15 Sep 2023

Danreiko Henry

Kidnap *

Sentence

8 years 6 months imprisonment

Danreiko Henry, along with Nickyle Harris, Daejon Byfield and Panashe Mahachi, kidnapped and robbed a 17-year-old victim outside a snooker hall in Birmingham city centre on September 2, 2022. The victim was bundled into a Volkswagen Golf, attacked, threatened with a sawn-off shotgun and a samurai sword, driven around Tividale and Dudley Port areas, forced to hand over £350 cash, transfer money from his bank account, and had his phone and trainers stolen before being dumped near Dudley and Sandwell train station.

Pleaded guilty to kidnap, robbery, possessing an offensive weapon and having a firearm with intent.

15 Sep 2023

July 2023 1 case

Mustafa Hakim

Kidnap *

Sentence

13 years imprisonment

Mustafa Hakim kidnapped a woman as she walked on the Bourne Brook Walkway in Selly Oak on July 28, 2022. He placed his hand over her screaming mouth, threatened to harm her, carried her to nearby bushes, strangled her, and sexually abused her in broad daylight.

Found guilty after trial of kidnap, strangulation, rape, assault by penetration and theft.

28 Jul 2023

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Birmingham Crown Court Sentencing Results

Patrik Quarless

Jamie Hadley

Daniel Beattie

Dean Isaac

An Toung Phan

Craig Bentick

Christopher Madden

Collum Keyes

Toi Banh

Thomas Sweeney Junior

Thomas Sweeney Senior

Ellen Sweeney

Alan Teague

Andrew Speers

David Sherratt

Kye Lemathy

Damien Gloster

Jason Joyce

Mervyn Boreland

Mark Joyce

Minata Jalloh

Kamlesh Vadukul

Raju Patel

Saqib Khan

Dimple Ghera

James Payne

Amjad Rehman

Amarjit Dhaliwal

Asid Nadeem

Aqeb Hussain

Levi-April Whalley

Sophie Bannister

Lewis Breen-Ledger

Nicola Barnes

Gary Mcnally

Raymond Tombs

Ayub Khan

Shaquille Blake

Ian Bullock

Zeeshan Ashraf

Fadi Zemmour

Heather Pinchbeck

Robert Vickers

Mohammed Nazir

Johniel Barrett

Panashe Mahachi

Nickyle Harris

Daejon Byfield

Danreiko Henry

Mustafa Hakim

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