Bradford Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 214 verdicts at Bradford Crown Court (Bradford). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Daniel Mcbride

Robbery

September 4, 2025

Sentence: 4.5 years imprisonment

Daniel McBride met a woman in April 2025 who offered him help when he was sitting outside her flat. She gave him food, coffee, and £40 for cigarettes. In May 2025, he encountered her again, demanded money, grabbed her mobile phone, and threatened her, saying he did not know what he was capable of when needing a fix. He forced her to withdraw £20 from an ATM. The woman, who has schizo-affective disorder, was left physically and mentally shaken and reported the incident to authorities.

Pleaded guilty to robbery. Has previous convictions for robbery, theft, assault by beating an emergency worker, shoplifting, and criminal damage. The judge described the offence as 'mean' and imposed a lifelong restraining order prohibiting contact with the victim.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Lewis Newman

Drug trafficking

September 4, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 8 months imprisonment

Lewis Newman was caught with 8kg of cocaine, valued at £224,000, in a taxi on June 24, 2025, while being transported from Arkwright Street in Bradford to Bingley. Police stopped the taxi, searched it, and found the drugs in a bag he was carrying. His home was also searched, revealing scales, traces of white powder, and additional mobile phones. He was interviewed but answered 'no comment' to questions.

Pleaded guilty to drug trafficking. Was a courier and turned to crime to buy a birthday present for his daughter, with no influence on those above him in the chain.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Lungile Umeh

Theft and Assault

September 3, 2025

Sentence: 18-month community order with 30 rehabilitation activity requirement days and a 6-month drug rehabilitation requirement

Lungile Umeh carried out a spree of offences including six thefts between January 12 and February 25, such as shoplifting from a Superdrug store in Bradford city centre where she pulled out a lighter and threatened to set a staff member on fire, stealing equipment from a busker, assaulting an emergency worker by spitting on them, and making threats to have a police officer and their children shot. She was arrested following these incidents.

Had psychiatric problems exacerbated by drug and alcohol abuse; previously remanded in custody for about five months; admitted to threats and assaults on staff and emergency workers.

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Harminder Singh

Conspiracy to Supply Class A Drugs

September 3, 2025

Sentence: 8 years and 6 months imprisonment

Harminder Singh acted as a courier in a Bradford-based conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine in May 2020, delivering two kilograms of heroin, two kilograms of cocaine, and two kilograms of cutting agent. This came to light through the Operation Venetic inquiry into the EncroChat platform. He was arrested in December 2021 when police found him growing 110 cannabis plants at his address, with the operation yielding drugs worth approximately £30,000 at wholesale level. Singh had a history of drug-related offences, including previous jail terms for smuggling and possession with intent to supply.

Admitted to conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, production of cannabis, and possessing cannabis with intent to supply. Had prior convictions for drug-related offences and was involved in a Bradford-based conspiracy. The judge noted his role in delivering wholesale quantities of drugs and highlighted the societal harm caused by such crimes.

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John Davies

Indecent assault and sexual assault of a child

September 1, 2025

Sentence: 8 years imprisonment

John Davies, a 62-year-old from Sowerby Bridge, abused six young girls over a period of decades. He plied some victims with alcohol before abusing them while they slept and even played strip poker with one teenager, who blacked out due to the alcohol. The offences included acts that would now be classified as rape, and the abuse had a significant and lasting impact on the victims, who came forward despite the trauma.

Pleaded guilty to a series of sex charges relating to six girls. Judge described him as a serial sex offender with offending spanning decades. Victims reported profound long-term impacts, including feeling worthless. An indefinite sexual harm prevention order was imposed, and he must register as a sex offender for life.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Shawner Kenny

Unlawful wounding

September 1, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

Shawner Kenny, while on licence for a prior offence, confronted a male victim in his flat just after midnight on Christmas Eve 2024 in Bradford. Along with a co-defendant, she entered the flat, leading to a fight that spilled into the communal area. Kenny retrieved a folding knife from her bag, kicked and slashed the victim, causing a wound to his right ear that resulted in scarring. The incident was captured on Ring doorbell footage, and she fled the scene. She was arrested three weeks later and pleaded guilty to the charges.

Admitted to unlawful wounding and possession of a bladed article; previous conviction for wounding with intent; judge imposed a five-year restraining order and warned her to avoid knives; extended licence period of 2 years due to risk to the public.

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Mohammed Ghos

Attempted Robbery

August 28, 2025

Sentence: Six-and-a-half years imprisonment with an extended licence period of three years

Mohammed Ghos, a 44-year-old drug addict high on crack cocaine and homeless at the time, attempted to rob three women in the Grammar School Street car park in Bradford city centre on February 7, 2025, the day after his release from custody. He approached the victims over a 15-minute period, armed with a broken pair of scissors and a blade, threatening to stab them if they did not hand over their mobile phones. The women escaped through their bravery and stoicism, reported the incidents, leading to his arrest via CCTV assistance.

Pleaded guilty to three charges of attempted robbery and possession of scissors. Has previous convictions including robbery and possessing bladed articles. Sentenced as a dangerous offender and subject to a five-year restraining order.

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Graham Dowling

Attempted murder

August 22, 2025

Sentence: 20 years imprisonment

Graham Dowling, a resident at a specialist care home, entered the room of a 61-year-old man just after midnight on December 11, 2024, and launched a ferocious and unprovoked attack. He punched and stamped on the victim, causing severe injuries including a skull fracture, nasal and rib fractures, and a punctured lung. The victim required a massive blood transfusion and CT scan at Leeds General Infirmary, and now needs 24-hour care for the rest of his life due to the life-changing injuries.

Found guilty of attempted murder; has paranoid schizophrenia and bipolar affective disorder; must serve at least two-thirds of the sentence before being considered for release by the Parole Board; subject to a five-year licence period as a dangerous offender; the attack was described as ferocious and unprovoked.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Tahir Akbar

Grievous Bodily Harm

August 19, 2025

Sentence: 39 months imprisonment for inflicting grievous bodily harm and an additional 12 months for perverting the course of justice

Tahir Akbar assaulted his pregnant wife during a row over food at their home on Bolingbroke Street. He slapped her face, threw food on the floor forcing her to clean it, pushed her onto the bed, placed his knee on her stomach causing a placental abruption, hit her with her mobile phone, and turned up the television volume to drown her cries for help. She was 20 weeks pregnant, and the assault led to her waters breaking and the stillbirth of the baby. Akbar also attempted to pervert the course of justice by pressuring her to lie about the incident, claiming she fell in another property, and sent messages begging her not to involve the police. Previous incidents included pushing her out of a car and slapping her.

Pleaded guilty to charges. Had previous convictions for offences involving a former partner. Judge highlighted his remorse, shame, and expressions like 'What’s the worst that is going to happen? Your baby will die. Let it die.'

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Joseph John Poutch

Possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence

August 15, 2025

Sentence: 32 months imprisonment

Joseph John Poutch accompanied Jacob Gallagher in a hired Range Rover during a planned revenge attack. He filled up the vehicle prior to the incident and was in the front passenger seat when Gallagher drove to the victim's home in Harbour Crescent, Bradford, on August 26 of the previous year. Poutch knew Gallagher had a firearm and that it would be used to make the victim fear violence, though he did not intend for the victim to be shot.

Admitted to possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. Had no previous convictions and was not the one who fired the weapon, but was aware of the firearm and its intended use.

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Jacob Gallagher

Possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life

August 15, 2025

Sentence: 19 years and 6 months imprisonment plus 5 years extended licence

Jacob Gallagher planned and executed a drive-by shooting as part of a revenge attack. On August 26 of the previous year, he drove a hired Range Rover to the victim's home in Harbour Crescent, Bradford, called the victim over, and fired two shots, striking him in the chest and under his left armpit. The victim suffered serious injuries requiring surgery. Gallagher had arranged the vehicle using a false bank card and driving licence, and the car was later found burnt out in an alleyway.

Pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life and arson. Has an extensive criminal record including robbery, battery, and assault. Mitigating factors include traumatic incidents from youth and efforts towards rehabilitation, such as being drug-free for seven months and working with a drug and alcohol recovery team.

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Kenny Wall

Dangerous Driving

August 12, 2025

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment and banned from driving for two years and seven months

Kenny Wall, 26, from Batley, drove a stolen Nissan Juke at speeds up to 100mph on the M61 southbound in heavy rain, weaving through traffic and using the hard shoulder. He evaded police pursuit across counties until a stinger device deflated the tyres on Bradford Road, Oakenshaw. The vehicle had been stolen overnight from a woman's driveway in Birkenshaw, Bradford.

Admitted charges of dangerous driving, handling stolen goods, and driving without a licence and insurance. Judge commented that it was a miracle nobody was killed or injured, and noted the poor weather conditions worsened the offence. Barrister stated he has learned a lesson and it was a wake-up call.

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Mohit Kalia

False imprisonment

August 12, 2025

Sentence: 18-month community order with 25 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 120 hours unpaid work

Mohit Kalia followed and grabbed a woman as she walked home from a night out in Bradford city centre in the early hours of May in the previous year. He spotted her alone, jogged after her near the Midland Hotel, blocked her path, and pushed her against a wall, holding her there for a few seconds. She managed to break free and sought refuge in the hotel entrance. Kalia was identified via CCTV footage due to his distinctive shirt and was subject to a curfew as part of his bail conditions.

Pleaded guilty to false imprisonment. No previous convictions. Remorseful and has shown victim empathy. His wife is expecting their first child.

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Katie Bland

Robbery

August 2, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

Katie Bland, 31, of Cross Hills Mount, Greetland, engaged in a violent altercation with her partner, a man in his 70s, on January 6, 2025. After an argument, she located him at Halifax bus station, verbally abused him with racist slurs and called him a 'dirty dog', grabbed his coat collar, threw him around, and demanded money. She kicked him during their journey and assaulted a woman who tried to intervene by grabbing her scarf and threatening violence. Bland then used his bank card to withdraw £40 fraudulently before her arrest. The victim reported severe depression, daily abuse, loss of friends, and fear of returning home due to the mess left in his house.

Pleaded guilty to robbery, assault by beating, fraud, and blackmail. She was on a suspended sentence for a previous robbery and has undertaken courses in prison to address her drug dependency and behaviour. The judge, Recorder Gordon, imposed the sentence, noting her history of convictions and the victim's statement about ongoing abuse and depression.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Adam Coleman

Fraud

July 31, 2025

Sentence: Two years and three months imprisonment

Adam Coleman, 40, used a fake banking app to deceive victims in Bradford, Leeds, Huddersfield, and Kings Lynn by tricking them into handing over valuable items, including a £2400 e-bike in Leeds in May 2024, a £1900 e-bike in Kings Lynn in July 2024 with subsequent threats, a Land Rover worth over £5000 in February 2025 which was recovered with false plates, two iPhone 16s in Huddersfield in March 2025 with threats made, and a £4000 KTM motorbike in Bradford with a threat to stab the seller.

Pleaded guilty to four offences of fraud, two of theft, and one common assault. Had 27 previous convictions, and the judge described him as a career criminal with an appalling record.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Daanyaal Nawaz

Controlling or coercive behaviour

July 29, 2025

Sentence: 22 months imprisonment

Daanyaal Nawaz engaged in a pattern of abusive behaviour towards his ex-partner, including repeatedly turning up at her flat uninvited, refusing to leave, hurling an object that caused a deep cut to her finger, punching her leg, spitting at her, subjecting her to degrading verbal abuse, and strangling her by putting his hands around her neck and threatening to kill her. These incidents occurred in January and March 2025, despite being released on bail with conditions not to contact the victim.

Admitted charge of controlling or coercive behaviour. Conduct was intended to humiliate and degrade the victim, with aggravating factors including breaching bail on multiple occasions. The judge noted the victim had to move away from Bradford due to fear.

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Ashleene Gallagher

Causing grievous bodily harm with intent

July 28, 2025

Sentence: Imprisonment with expected release after eight weeks (halfway stage of sentence)

Ashleene Gallagher stabbed her cousin in the stomach with a kitchen knife in an unprovoked attack in the Tyrrel Street area of Bradford city centre around midday in August of the previous year. She had sent a text indicating her intent, travelled from her home in Leeds, armed herself with the knife, spoke briefly with the victim, then attacked him. The victim did not realise he was stabbed until later. Gallagher confessed to a support worker and was arrested shortly after. The incident occurred during a psychotic episode influenced by voices she attributed to the Devil.

Pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a bladed article in a public place; was suffering from a psychotic episode due to schizophrenia; judge considered guidelines for a serious offence.

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Irfaan Akbar

Possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply

July 26, 2025

Sentence: 42 months imprisonment

Irfaan Akbar was involved in street dealing wraps of heroin and crack cocaine in Keighley in January 2021, where he was found with over 20 wraps of Class A drugs, £280 in cash, and a mobile phone containing bulk advertising messages for drugs. He was also involved in a police pursuit in November 2021 in Toller Lane, Bradford, where he lost control of a VW Golf while drug-driving, crashing into a parked vehicle and a garden wall. He was over the limit for cannabis at the time and had prior involvement in drug-related activities.

Pleaded guilty to possessing heroin and crack cocaine with intent, dangerous driving, drug-driving, failing to stop, possession of cannabis, and failing to surrender to court. The judge imposed an immediate custodial term despite mitigation for family circumstances.

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Ryan Surtees

Robbery

July 25, 2025

Sentence: 12 years imprisonment with an extended licence of 4 years

Ryan Surtees committed a series of violent robberies and assaults in Bradford between September and November 2024. He broke into a woman's ground-floor flat by smashing a window while she was asleep, pinned her down, and threatened to stab her to demand her phone and bank card PIN. He later assaulted and robbed a man in his home, and shortly after, followed another woman to her home, pushed her inside, strangled her, threatened her with a knife, and stole her phone and purse in a violent and intimidating episode.

Pleaded guilty to three charges of robbery and two assaults. Judge described him as a dangerous man with previous convictions for robbery and grievous bodily harm. He had a difficult upbringing and suffers from an unstable personality disorder and complex PTSD.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Chevaune Houston

Animal Welfare Act Offence

July 23, 2025

Sentence: Banned from keeping animals for five years, 12-month community order with 100 hours of unpaid work, £400 costs, and £114 victim surcharge

Chevaune Houston failed to provide adequate care for her Patterdale Terrier, Rock, who was found with serious open wounds, including two large cuts across his back and a smaller one on his chest, at her home on Park Road, Low Moor, Bradford, on September 19. The injuries were at least five days old and likely over a week, with Rock also having 12 missing teeth and other scars. She did not seek veterinary treatment promptly, leaving him without food, water, or care, which caused significant suffering.

Pleaded guilty to one Animal Welfare Act Offence. The court noted this was out of character and she had been a dog owner for some time with no prior incidents.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Habibur Masum

Murder

July 22, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term to be determined

Habibur Masum tracked his wife Kulsuma Akter to a women's refuge in Bradford after she fled due to his abusive behaviour. On April 6, 2024, he confronted her in Bradford city centre while she was pushing their seven-month-old baby in a pram. He attempted to steer her away, then stabbed her at least 25 times in a brutal attack, leaving her bleeding to death in the gutter. He kicked her as a final insult and cut her throat before walking away calmly. Masum had previously sent threatening messages, including photos of the refuge and threats to kill her family, and tried to lure her out with fake messages. He was arrested on April 9, 2024, near Stoke Mandeville Hospital.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a knife in public; found guilty of murder, assault, making threats to kill, and stalking; no visible reaction during verdicts; described as violent, jealous, and controlling by the prosecutor.

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Ifzal Hussain

Rape and Sexual Assault

July 18, 2025

Sentence: 12 years imprisonment with an extended licence period of 6 years

Ifzal Hussain first sexually assaulted a highly vulnerable woman in the back of a taxi in May. Five months later, in October, he targeted the same woman at a bus stop at night, followed her into a park in Bradford, and raped her against children's play equipment in the dark. The judge determined that Hussain deliberately sought out the victim, knowing her vulnerability, and that the crime had a profoundly unsettling effect on the community.

Found guilty by a jury; judge noted he posed a significant risk of causing serious harm due to the predatory nature of the crime and had no previous convictions.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Ivor Rozentals

Rape

July 11, 2025

Sentence: 17 years imprisonment

Ivor Rozentals repeatedly raped and assaulted a vulnerable woman in Bradford while intoxicated by drink or drugs. The offences included inflicting grievous bodily harm, assault by penetration, and five counts of rape. The victim reported experiencing disturbing flashbacks, constant fear of revenge, and severe emotional, physical, and existential trauma as a result of the crimes.

Found guilty after a trial; viewed victim as an object; has previous convictions for violence; will serve two-thirds of sentence before release; faces automatic deportation to Latvia; lifelong restraining order prohibiting contact with victim or approaching within 500 metres of her home; must register as a sex offender for life. Judge commented that he destroyed the victim's life and hoped she could one day recover.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Nabeel Kiani

Possession with intent to supply

July 11, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Nabeel Kiani was stopped by police for speeding while driving a Volkswagen Jetta in Bradford in November 2022. He tested positive for cannabis and was found with two bags of cannabis in a Nike man bag, along with £690 in cash. Police also recovered £200 worth of cocaine and a Nokia phone containing messages advertising the sale of cocaine and cannabis. He was charged with possessing cocaine and cannabis with intent to supply, and further possession of cocaine.

Pleaded guilty to the offences; had a previous conviction for drug offending; judge stated that he alone caused hardship to his family; defence highlighted his role was mainly as a cannabis dealer with limited control over cocaine, a lengthy delay in charging, becoming a father, his wife's liver transplant, and a disability that would make custody difficult.

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Martin Tiser

Being concerned in the supply of class A drugs

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Martin Tiser was involved in a county lines drug dealing operation known as the 'Kev Line' in Bradford. He topped up a phone used for advertising and supplying class A drugs, including crack cocaine and heroin. On May 3, 2025, he was caught on CCTV purchasing a top-up voucher. Police arrested him on May 28, 2025, and found him in possession of 29 wraps of crack cocaine and 13 wraps of heroin with a street value of £420, along with over £2,000 in cash, scales, and grip-seal bags at his property. Additional drugs worth approximately £17,530 were discovered in his shed.

Defendant was exploited and manipulated by others; had prior convictions for driving under the influence of drugs and possession of cannabis. Judge noted his vulnerability due to drug use and background.

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Fatos Demucaj

Production of cannabis and breach of deportation order

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 3 months imprisonment

Fatos Demucaj, who had been deported multiple times, illegally re-entered the UK in 2023 and was involved in running a large cannabis farm in a Bradford warehouse. Police raided the site in April, discovering over 600 cannabis plants capable of yielding more than 50kg per crop, with a street value exceeding £500,000 per crop and a total potential value of around £1 million. He attempted to flee during the raid and refused to provide access to his phone.

Pleaded guilty to producing cannabis and breaching deportation order. Described as a repeat offender by Recorder Anthony Hawks, who noted his significant role in a major cannabis farm.

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Daniel Kabali

Production of cannabis and breach of deportation order

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Daniel Kabali, who had been deported after serving a 15-month sentence in a young offenders institution, illegally re-entered the UK and joined Fatos Demucaj in operating a £1m cannabis farm in a Bradford warehouse. During a police raid in April, officers found grow rooms with over 600 cannabis plants, estimated to yield more than 50kg per crop, and arrested him on the third floor of the building. He refused to provide access to his phone.

Pleaded guilty to producing cannabis and breaching deportation order. Recorder Anthony Hawks stated that he had breached the order with the intent to commit further crime.

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Milan Kaleja

Stalking

July 8, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 10 months imprisonment

Milan Kaleja, 48, harassed his ex-partner, the mother of his child, after their breakup in 2021. In 2024, he repeatedly visited her home, verbally abused her, slapped and smacked her, broke her window and door, and shouted threats. He breached a non-molestation order multiple times, including entering her garden, banging on windows, and changing the locks to her property. On one occasion, he threatened to kill her if she called the police. He was arrested several times and CCTV footage confirmed his actions. The incidents occurred in Bradford, with the final events in July 2024.

Admitted to stalking and two counts of breach of a non-molestation order. Has previous convictions for battery against an emergency worker and driving offences. Expressed remorse and intends to reform upon release.

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Cameron Hussain

Possession with Intent to Supply Cannabis and Heroin

July 4, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 2 months imprisonment

Cameron Hussain, 24, of Stubbing Way in Shipley, was caught when police raided his home in Bradford on September 29, 2021, discovering 58 bags of cannabis with a street value of between £4,850 and £5,175, 15 packages of heroin worth around £150, and 12 mobile phones. His phone contained advertisements for various cannabis strains, images of cannabis packages, and pictures of bundles of cash estimated at £5,000.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cannabis and heroin. Had a prior conviction for possession of cannabis. Was selling drugs to pay off a debt and has Type 1 diabetes, which is making his custody more difficult.

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Jamie Ashton

Dangerous Driving

July 3, 2025

Sentence: 1 year and 2 months imprisonment, banned from driving for 3 years and 7 months

Jamie Ashton, 21, from Ashville Grove, Pelion, was involved in a high-speed police chase in Halifax in May. He drove a suspected stolen cloned Citroen DS3 at speeds up to 75mph, rammed a police vehicle, and evaded officers by driving over a grass verge and onto a pavement. The pursuit lasted about 15 minutes, during which he drove down a dirt track and eventually into a dead end before attempting to flee on foot. He was apprehended and detained.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance. Had four previous convictions for dangerous driving and repeated offences of driving while disqualified. The judge noted that he caused damage to a police vehicle and deliberately ignored the rules of the road.

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Abdullah Swaid

Possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply

July 2, 2025

Sentence: four years and eight months imprisonment

Abdullah Swaid was involved in drug dealing activities in Bradford. Police stopped a black BMW where he was present, seizing a burner phone with 180 drugs messages and a container with crack cocaine and heroin. He attempted to flee and was found with bundles of cash at his address. This offence occurred while he was on licence from a prior conviction.

Admitted to possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply and possession of criminal cash. Was under pressure to pay off a debt and was still on prison licence from a previous sentence for attacking a customer with a machete.

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Umar Javed

Possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply

July 2, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

Umar Javed was the driver of a black BMW stopped by police in Bradford during a suspected drugs deal. He was found with three iPhones and £300 in cash, linked to the incident involving Abdullah Swaid.

Admitted to similar drugs offences. Had no previous convictions and was only involved as the driver of the vehicle on one day.

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Sultan Ali

Supply of Class A drugs

July 1, 2025

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment

Sultan Ali was involved in bagging up Class A drugs for Imtiyaz Mamaniyat at the Halifax newsagent shop.

Admitted to a limited role in supplying Class A drugs. Had previous convictions for drugs supply offences.

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Anthony Penn

Burglary

July 1, 2025

Sentence: 26 months imprisonment

Anthony Penn, 56, of Allerton Road, Bradford, targeted a jewellers in Horsforth in January of the previous year, stealing a diamond ring worth almost £7000 by replacing it with a worthless plastic one. Eight months later, he committed a similar theft at the same jewellers, taking a ring worth over £1000. In June, he stole a large bag containing raffle prizes from St Peter’s Church in Shipley, which belonged to a dementia charity group. He also entered the changing rooms at Saltaire cricket club during matches, stealing items including a mobile phone and bank cards, which he used fraudulently. In January this year, he stole an iPhone from a shop in Bradford and snatched another phone from a pubgoer’s jacket.

Pleaded guilty to a series of offences including non-dwelling burglary, theft, and fraud. Had 48 previous convictions, and the judge described the actions as a campaign of offending.

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Emma Holten

Possession with intent to supply Class A drugs

July 1, 2025

Sentence: 38 months imprisonment

Emma Holten was involved in possessing Class A drugs with intent to supply on multiple occasions in 2021 and 2023.

Imtiyaz Mamaniyat

Drug supply and illegal money lending

July 1, 2025

Sentence: 13 years and three months imprisonment

Imtiyaz Mamaniyat operated as an illegal money lender, charging 100% interest and using his Halifax newsagent as a cover for drug dealing over a four-year period. He took bank cards, jewellery, passports from vulnerable victims, received benefit payments into his account, and was found with handwritten loan records for 63 victims. Drugs including heroin, cocaine, diazepam, and tramadol were seized during raids.

Prolific offender who mocked the system by continuing to offend despite raids. Denied being a loan shark and claimed to be a legitimate businessman, but was found guilty. Involved in controlling drug and lending activities.

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Malcolm Holland

Sexual assault

June 20, 2025

Sentence: 21 years and 6 months imprisonment, extended by 2 years on licence

Malcolm Holland sexually abused girls aged between seven and 14 over a 20-year period. He was first arrested in April 2021 after a victim came forward, leading to the identification of two more victims. He was charged with 14 counts, including indecent assault, sexual assault of a child under 13, causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity, and attempting to commit rape.

Found guilty after a seven-day trial; made to sign the sex offenders register indefinitely and subjected to a lifelong Sexual Harm Prevention Order. His lack of accountability was noted during the process.

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Mohammed Hanif Khan

Rape

June 20, 2025

Sentence: 13 years in prison with three years on extended licence

Mohammed Hanif Khan, who served as Imam at a mosque in Bradford in the 1990s, befriended a child and subjected him to a series of sexual abuse over many years. Decades later, he was brought to justice for these crimes, which involved preying on a young child while in a position of trust.

Pleaded guilty to rape. He was already on the sex offenders’ register for life. Acting Detective Chief Inspector Laura Casey highlighted his abuse of trust as an Imam and praised the victim’s bravery.

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Bailey Firth

Burglary

June 19, 2025

Sentence: Two-year community order

Bailey Firth, along with Adam Fawcett, targeted homes for burglary in May of the previous year, stealing items including a Mercedes car from outside a house and other property from residences, while wearing dark clothing to avoid detection.

Influenced by Adam Fawcett. Committed burglary offences as part of joint criminal activity.

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Bianca Young

Theft

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 12-month suspended sentence with 240 hours unpaid work and 30 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Bianca Young, a home carer, stole over £20,000 from a vulnerable man in his 70s who had suffered a stroke and was hospitalised in December 2022. Between December 2022 and March 2023, she used his chequebook to transfer money to her own account to fund her online gambling habit. The victim, who supported animal charities, has since died, and the theft deprived those charities of funds.

Pleaded guilty to theft and possession of articles for use in fraud. No previous convictions. Judge noted her significant gambling habit and that the victim may not have been aware of the theft.

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Adam Fawcett

Robbery

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 32 months imprisonment for robbery and 8 months imprisonment for burglary

In June 2023, Adam Fawcett snatched a woman's handbag while riding a bike near a petrol station, stealing a mobile phone that contained irreplaceable sentimental photos. He also participated in burglary offences in May of the previous year, where he and an accomplice targeted homes, stealing a watch, a laptop, bank cards, and other items, which were used fraudulently.

Pled guilty to robbery. Already serving a sentence for drugs offences. Committed burglary with Bailey Firth.

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Luke Mountain

Production of cannabis

June 12, 2025

Sentence: 22 months imprisonment suspended for two years

Luke Mountain, 33, of Chapel Street, Bradford, was involved in the production of cannabis as part of the same operation that included setting up a cannabis grow in a woman's home, with electricity bypassed and equipment installed.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the production of cannabis. The judge considered the significant delay in the case and positive changes in his life.

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Liam Briggs

Production of cannabis

June 12, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment suspended for two years

Liam Briggs, 35, of Deep Lane, Brighouse, assisted in the cannabis production operation by bypassing the electricity supply in the woman's home where the cannabis farm was set up.

Found guilty of being concerned in the production of cannabis after helping to bypass the electricity. The judge accounted for the delay in the case and improvements in his life.

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James Howell

Supply of Cocaine and Cannabis

June 12, 2025

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment

James Howell, a 36-year-old delivery driver from Bradford, transported more than 30kg of cocaine and cannabis smuggled from the USA, valued at £3.5 million, around the district between February and July 2024. He was part of a larger operation investigated jointly by the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit and US authorities, leading to his arrest in July 2024.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and being concerned in the supply of cannabis. Detective Inspector David Greenwood commented on the substantial criminal operation and warned other delivery drivers.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Jonathan Cuthbert

Production of cannabis

June 12, 2025

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment

Jonathan Cuthbert, 32, of Cambridge Place, Bradford, exploited a vulnerable woman by threatening her and holding a knife to her throat when she opposed his plans. He forced her to allow a cannabis farm in her home, where the electricity was bypassed, and lights and fans were installed in the attic. He intimidated her into handing over thousands of pounds for equipment. Police discovered around 70 cannabis plants worth approximately £33,000 during a search in January 2020.

Played a leading role in the production of cannabis, used force against the victim causing distress, and had a prior seven-year jail sentence for a similar offence. An indefinite restraining order was imposed to prevent contact with the victim.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Matthew Axon

Stalking

June 10, 2025

Sentence: 28 months imprisonment

Matthew Axon, 39, of Dawson Terrace, Bradford, was originally given a suspended sentence for stalking his former partner after spending 15 weeks in custody. He breached a 10-year restraining order by making indirect contact in October last year and committed further offences, including harassment and sending a malicious communication, before his trial. He was arrested and granted conditional bail but continued to offend.

Pleaded guilty to breaching a restraining order, harassment, and sending a malicious communication. Previously had a suspended 15-month sentence for stalking and was given a chance to prove remorse, but re-offended within months. The judge noted he had a short memory and imposed a new indefinite restraining order.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Abdul Mahmood

Breaching restraining order

June 6, 2025

Sentence: Immediate prison term

Abdul Mahmood breached a restraining order by incessantly calling the woman at all hours between late January and March 2025, pressuring her to meet under the guise of apologising during Ramadan. He then drove her approximately 70 miles from Bradford to the Trafford Centre and later to Cheshire Oaks retail park, where he confined her in the car, grabbed her arm to prevent her from leaving, and only released her when her bracelet broke, allowing her to escape and contact the police. The woman suffered serious harm, including sleepless nights, weight loss, and consideration of moving house.

Pleaded guilty to two charges of breaching the restraining order. Judge Colin Burn noted that the offending was too serious for anything other than an immediate prison term and imposed another indefinite restraining order. Defence mentioned immaturity and emotional regulation difficulties.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Harris Karim

Breaching restraining order and dangerous driving

June 5, 2025

Sentence: 31 months imprisonment

Harris Karim breached a restraining order by targeting a woman on Boxing Day 2024. He blocked her car at a roundabout in Holland Street, Bradford, revved his engine, stared at her, and rammed into her car multiple times, causing damage and extreme distress. He was uninsured, drove while disqualified, and swore at her before fleeing. The incident involved dangerous driving and criminal damage.

Was already subject to a two-year restraining order and an eight-week suspended sentence for driving while banned. Judge highlighted his lack of maturity, possible mental health issues, and that he was lying in wait for the victim.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Parmjit Singh

Stalking

June 5, 2025

Sentence: Two years imprisonment

Parmjit Singh, after his release from prison in December, targeted his former partner with a series of abusive calls and voicemails, including using a voice changing device to taunt her and threaten to 'bury her'. He breached a restraining order by contacting her, calling her a 'clown', and appearing outside her mother's home and a school, where he confronted her and shouted through her car window. The abuse lasted several weeks, leading to his arrest after police forced entry into a Bradford address.

Pleaded guilty to stalking and breaching a restraining order. A six-month suspended sentence from October was activated. Struggled with alcohol and the breakdown of his relationship. Judge described his behaviour as corrosive and terrifying for the victim.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Adam Schlitzke

Stalking

June 2, 2025

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

Adam Schlitzke engaged in obsessive stalking of his ex-partner, including hiding behind a door at her home in February 2025, attempting to force entry, assaulting a police officer by lunging at him, and being aggressive during arrest, which involved shouting, spitting, and resisting officers. He had previously breached a restraining order and community order by turning up at her flat, kicking the door, entering uninvited, refusing to leave, following her, and threatening to fight the police when confronted.

Pleaded guilty to harassment, common assault of an emergency worker, breaching a restraining order, and possession of cannabis. The judge revoked a previous community order and added extra time due to the offences being committed during its currency, stemming from an obsessive belief about his ex-partner's relationships.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

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