Caernarfon Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Jonathan Charles Evans

Sexual assault

July 25, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Jonathan Evans abused two boys over several years at different locations, including cupping his hands over one victim's genitals, which the victim initially thought was banter but later recognised as abuse, and sending explicit photos of himself via Snapchat to another victim while repeatedly asking for naked images in return. The offences involved grooming and had a significant emotional, mental, social, and professional impact on the victims.

Abuse of trust as a former RAF Air Cadet instructor and school worker; first time before a court; delay in prosecution from 2020 to 2024; judge noted grooming and offences against several victims over several years.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Kane Braisdell

Supply of cocaine

July 24, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Kane Braisdell was selling cocaine from his flat in Caia Park, Wrexham, for about seven weeks in May and June 2025. He sent bulk messages advertising cocaine to around 200 people at a time and took orders. Police traced his phone, arrested him on June 26, 2025, and found six wraps of crack cocaine in a Kinder Egg, £300 in cash, a dealer's list, scales, and his phone during a search of his home.

Admitted to the offences. The judge noted he was under pressure due to his mother's addiction and has not re-offended. Ordered to complete 25 days of rehabilitation activity and a six-month drug rehabilitation programme.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Timothy Field

Causing death by careless driving

July 24, 2025

Sentence: Eight-month suspended prison sentence and disqualified from driving for two years

Timothy Field, 81, of Red Lane, Tregodva, Shropshire, was driving a red Jeep in a Tesco car park in Newtown, Powys, on March 18, 2024, when his foot slipped from the brake onto the accelerator and became wedged, causing the vehicle to lurch forward and collide with David Lumb, 78. Mr Lumb was knocked to the ground and run over, sustaining severe injuries including tissue damage and extensive bleeding in his left leg. He was hospitalised, developed sepsis, and died 17 days later on April 4, 2024.

The judge, Her Honour Nicola Jones, suspended the sentence for 12 months and highlighted Mrs Lumb's call for forgiveness and leniency. Field has given up driving and must pass an extended retest before driving again.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Mohammad Anwar

Conspiracy to steal and money laundering

July 18, 2025

Sentence: 5.5 years imprisonment

Mohammad Anwar was involved in an organised crime group that stole large quantities of fuel from depots across North Wales and other areas, including Iceland's depot in Deeside, Parcelforce in Sandycroft, Certas Energy in Wrexham, and GD Jones & Son on Anglesey. The group used accomplices, cloned plates, and electric pumps to siphon fuel into containers at night, which was then sold, with potential catastrophic risks due to unsafe transportation.

Martin Pritchard

Threatening a person with a knife in a public place

July 17, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

On July 13, 2024, at The Black Lion Inn in Bersham, Wrexham, Martin Pritchard entered the pub and demanded car keys from his sister who had been in a car park altercation. When asked to leave by the complainant, Mark Robertson, Pritchard refused initially and then threatened him with a knife, stating he would cut his face off and slice him. Police arrested him the following day and found a Stanley knife believed to be his.

Pritchard was trying to help his sister after she was involved in a car park incident. He had the knife for work purposes. The judge noted his family and work responsibilities but highlighted the offence occurred in a pub with children present and his poor record. A restraining order was issued prohibiting contact with the victim and entering the pub for five years.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Mercedes Harper

Stalking

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 13 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months

Mercedes Harper stalked her former partner over six months in 2023 after their relationship ended. She cut his back while behind him on the stairs, threw stones at his property, sent text messages pretending to be his estranged daughter with threats such as 'When I see you, you're a dead man', set up false Facebook profiles, and accused him of seeing other women in voicemails. She denied the offences in a police interview on October 22, 2023.

Convicted of stalking; described as a 'troubled young woman' with mental health issues including emotionally unstable personality disorder; judge ordered 15 days of rehabilitation activity and imposed a Domestic Abuse Protection Order for 10 years.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Tomas Politovas

Conspiracy to steal motor vehicles

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Tomas Politovas was involved in a sophisticated plot to steal high-value cars worth up to £500,000 from Cheshire and North Wales. He used high-tech equipment such as GPS jammers and signal blockers to disable tracking devices, covered CCTV and doorbell cameras with duct tape, and stole vehicles including BMWs and Mercedes. The offences occurred between January 29 and March 10, 2025, involving attempts and successful thefts in various locations. He was arrested after police spotted his suspicious car in Prestatyn, where he was found with a rucksack containing a Stanley knife, screwdrivers, drill bits, cloned number plates, and other tools. Accomplices were involved, and the stolen vehicles were intended for dismantling and sale of parts abroad.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to steal motor vehicles and possession of a bladed article. Judge praised alert police officers and anticipated deportation.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

John Haden

Wounding

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 210 days imprisonment

John Haden smashed the window of a hair salon in Wrexham city centre on June 12, 2025, showering two women inside with glass and causing injuries that required hospital treatment. One victim was bleeding profusely from her leg, and the other sustained cuts to her shoulder and ankle, rendering her unable to move her left shoulder. He was described as 'reckless and erratic' and was arrested nearby after a witness identified him.

Admitted two charges of wounding by causing grievous bodily harm without intent. The judge activated part of a suspended sentence from an earlier offence. He has an 'unenviable' criminal record, complex needs, and personal difficulties, and has shown remorse following the death of his father.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Callum O'marah

Coercive and controlling behaviour

July 7, 2025

Sentence: Three years and nine months imprisonment

Callum O'Marah from Bethesda, Gwynedd, engaged in coercive and controlling behaviour against a woman over several months. This included grabbing her hair, punching her repeatedly, strangling her twice, timing her phone calls, and threatening to share an intimate photograph. The victim suffered physical injuries, such as bruising and a bitten ear, and psychological trauma, including nightmares where she feared for her life, leading her to wake up screaming and in a cold sweat.

Admitted to coercive and controlling behaviour, two counts of intentional strangulation, and threatening to share an intimate photograph. Part of a suspended sentence was activated, and the judge described the offences as nasty.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Alexander Jones

Ownership of a dog dangerously out of control

July 3, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months

Alexander Jones's Belgian Malinois dog attacked a mother and her four-year-old son in Llandudno on March 5, 2024, while they were on a street near the town centre. The dog bit the boy, and when the mother tried to intervene, she was also bitten. The attack was witnessed by the boy's three-year-old sister. The mother hit the dog with a drinks bottle in self-defence, and bystanders and police assisted. There were two prior incidents involving the dog in August and November 2023. Jones obtained the dog for his own protection due to his vulnerabilities.

The defendant has significant mental health issues and vulnerabilities, including being targeted by a criminal gang. He was ordered to attend ten days of rehabilitation activity, a six-month drug rehabilitation programme, and a 12-month mental health treatment programme. He is banned from controlling a dog for life.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Ethan Jordan Jones

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

July 3, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment for assault occasioning actual bodily harm and 15 months for intentional strangulation, to run concurrently

Ethan Jordan Jones, in a toxic relationship, assaulted his partner multiple times. On January 13, he burned her wrist with a lighter while she slept. On January 20, he grabbed her hair, punched her, and hit her with a mobile phone after questioning a text message. In another incident, he strangled her by placing his hands around her throat and punched her in the stomach, dragged her by her hair, bit her on the face, leg, and arm, and kneed her thigh. The assaults led to her hospitalisation with injuries including headaches, nausea, a lump on her head, bruises, and a bite wound.

Pleaded guilty to four assaults causing actual bodily harm and intentional strangulation. Judge noted he has deep-seated jealousy issues and is not emotionally resilient.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Kevin Evans

Arson

July 3, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and 7 months imprisonment

Kevin Evans, dressed in a balaclava and carrying a machete, poured petrol through the letterbox of a house in Cae Llwybr, Caernarfon, and set it alight on December 9, 2024, as part of a vendetta. The occupants fled the property, which sustained £7,000 in damage to the front door and porch. Evans was identified by a victim, arrested at his home where he was washing petrol-soiled clothes, and CCTV footage confirmed his actions, including purchasing petrol and carrying a weapon.

Pleaded guilty to arson. Suffered a brain injury prior to the offence, which may have influenced his actions. A ten-year restraining order was imposed prohibiting contact with victims.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Barthomiej Swedroski

Common Assault

July 2, 2025

Sentence: 20 weeks imprisonment

Barthomiej Swedroski assaulted his wife, Martyna Swedroski, multiple times at the Atlea Estate in New Broughton, Wrexham. In the first incident on November 5, 2024, he hit her several times in the face, causing a nosebleed and a scratch on her right eyebrow. In January 2025, during an argument, he pushed her off their bed, grabbed her head, hit it on the floor three or four times, and spat in her face. In the third incident on April 10, 2025, he grabbed her arms, spat in her face twice, pulled her down the stairs by her legs, punched her about ten times in the kitchen, pulled her hair, hit her head, and strangled her. She managed to call the police.

Admitted three separate offences of assault. The judge noted aggravating factors including offences committed under the influence of alcohol and degradation due to spitting. He must also pay a £154 court surcharge.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Adam Holland

Threatening a person with a knife in a public place

July 1, 2025

Sentence: Nine-month suspended sentence for 12 months, 100 hours of unpaid work, and 10 days of rehabilitation activity

Adam Holland, of Feather Street, Flint, threatened his landlord, David Williams, with a 12-inch knife after being issued an eviction notice for unpaid rent dating back six months. The incident took place on September 9, 2023, outside The New Inn in Llangynog, where Holland approached Williams, waved the knife while shouting threats such as 'I will have you', and kicked the victim's car, causing minor damage. Williams feared he would be stabbed and reported the incident to the police, leading to Holland's arrest. Holland claimed he carried the knife for his own protection but later admitted his actions were wrong.

Pleaded guilty to threatening a person with a knife in a public place. Judge described his actions as 'frankly ridiculous' and noted his mental health difficulties and history of trauma. No separate penalty for criminal damage to the victim's car.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Jamie Parry

Theft

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 19 months imprisonment, suspended for 24 months

Jamie Parry, 27, of Rhodfa Phil Evans, Llanrwst, was involved in thefts from two properties between October and December 2024. He worked with his brother as a gardener and gutter clearer, targeting vulnerable and elderly people. They were recommended by victims and appeared helpful, but stole cash and jewellery during their visits.

Described as low risk by the probation service and keen to cooperate. Was struggling financially and had caring responsibilities. Involved in the crimes but did not take a lead role.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Michael Eastwood

Causing serious injury by careless driving

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 40 hours unpaid work, 12-month driving disqualification, £500 towards court costs, and a statutory surcharge

Michael Eastwood, 78, of Lon Bedw, Llandudno Junction, was driving a Honda car when he struck a woman on a zebra crossing near the Next store in Llandudno on December 9, 2023, at about 5.25pm. The victim, who had just left work, suffered devastating injuries including multiple fractures below her left knee requiring plating, two broken foot bones, a fractured ankle, and a head wound needing eight staples. She required extensive hospital treatment, was housebound for about four months, and continues to experience pain, anxiety, and reduced confidence.

Extremely remorseful, no previous convictions, and a momentary lapse of concentration while checking behind him as he changed lanes.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Michael Parry

Theft

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 40 months imprisonment

Michael Parry, 40, of Tyddyn Uchaf, Llangernyw, stole from three properties between October and December 2024. He posed as a gardener and gutter clearer to gain access to vulnerable and elderly people's homes. In one case, he used the toilet in a victim's home for an extended period and stole items. He also ransacked another property, taking numerous items of monetary and sentimental value. The victims included an 88-year-old woman in Abergele and her neighbours, who had recommended him based on his apparent helpfulness.

Genuinely remorseful and apologised to the victims. Had a lead role in the crimes and did nothing to stop them. Judge noted he was hard working but stole from victims while using their toilet. He had one prior conviction for using a vehicle without insurance in 2024, and two cautions in 2009 for fraud and non-dwelling burglary.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Gica Matei

Knowingly entering the UK in breach of a deportation order

June 27, 2025

Sentence: 8 months imprisonment

Gica Matei, 33, of no fixed address, was stopped at Holyhead on April 23, 2025, while attempting to enter the UK despite an indefinite deportation order issued on November 5, 2019. He claimed he only intended to stay for two days to visit his family in Nottingham, where his brother, sister, wife, and four-year-old daughter reside. Matei had previously breached the order at the same port in July 2020 and was living in Ireland as a homeless delivery driver and cleaner. He stated he could not return to Romania due to debts related to his mother's funeral, rent, and food, and feared serious physical harm from creditors.

Pleaded guilty to knowingly entering the UK in breach of a deportation order. The judge imposed a deterrent sentence, noting he will serve up to half the term, and that he mistakenly thought the deportation order lasted only two years.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Dean Mears

Murder

June 20, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 28 years

Dean Mears broke into Cathy Flynn's home on Cefndy Road, Rhyl, on October 24, 2024, by smashing a window. He ran upstairs, dragged her from her bed, and launched a violent attack, stamping on her multiple times, causing severe injuries including broken facial bones. He fled the scene, broke into other homes, and was later arrested.

Pleaded not guilty to murder but admitted killing; convicted after a nine-day trial; judge described the attack as merciless and savage; was under the influence of ketamine at the time.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Jessica Kendall

Theft

June 13, 2025

Sentence: 20 weeks imprisonment

Jessica Kendall committed five separate thefts while homeless and struggling with alcoholism. On September 27, 2024, she stole items worth £150 from Home Bargains in Colwyn Bay by placing them in a suitcase and passing it to an unknown male. On October 27, 2024, she took chilled items and a wine bottle worth £42.44 from Sainsbury’s in Llandudno, citing hunger. On November 20, 2024, she stole five Christmas trees worth £62.50 from Asda in Llandudno to pay off a debt. On January 25, 2025, she stole chilled items worth £22.80 from Sainsbury’s in Llandudno, and on January 29, 2025, she stole more chilled items worth £80 from the same store. She breached bail by failing to appear in court on March 17, 2025.

Pleaded guilty to five thefts and breaching bail conditions. Has 28 previous convictions, 25 of which were theft-related. Judge acknowledged her vulnerability due to alcoholism and noted that prison had been beneficial, urging her to avoid previous associates to prevent further offending.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

Kyle Martin John Parry

Rape

June 10, 2025

Sentence: eight years and nine months in prison

Kyle Martin John Parry, a 29-year-old formerly from the Caernarfon area, was jailed for raping a teenage girl in historic offences. The crimes involved sexual activity with a child and sexual assault by penetration. He appeared in court, where the victim demonstrated great bravery by reading her statement directly to him.

Had previous convictions for sexually assaulting a five-year-old boy in 2017. The victim showed tremendous courage in court and read her Victim Personal Statement.

Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk

Kyle Parry

Rape and sexual assault

June 10, 2025

Sentence: 8 years and 9 months imprisonment

In 2015, Kyle Parry, then 19 years old, invited a 15-year-old vulnerable girl and her friends to his home in North Wales, where he provided them with alcohol and cigarettes. The girl became extremely drunk, vomited, and was told she could sleep in his bed. While she was intoxicated and possibly unconscious, he raped and sexually assaulted her, leaving her feeling dirty, ashamed, and with lasting mental health impacts. The incident was reported later, and he was already serving a sentence for a previous sexual assault on a five-year-old boy.

Pleaded guilty at an early stage and self-reported the crime as part of his rehabilitation. Judge noted he was grooming vulnerable teenagers by providing alcohol and cigarettes, and that the victim suffered significant trauma. He has prior convictions for sexual offences, including assault on a child.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Tom Webster

Breach of Domestic Abuse Protection Order

June 10, 2025

Sentence: 1 year imprisonment

Tom Webster breached a Domestic Abuse Protection Order by communicating with his ex-partner and being within 100 metres of her home address. The order was granted on May 19th, 2025, at Llandudno Magistrates Court for a period of three months. He was seen with his ex-partner in Holyhead on June 8th, 2025, and was arrested the same day.

Admitted the breach. First person to receive a custodial sentence under the North Wales Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO) pilot scheme. Disregard for the court order shows disrespect for the justice system, as noted by Sergeant Chris Burrow.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

George Kovacs

Unlawful wounding

June 9, 2025

Sentence: 33 months imprisonment

On December 17, 2022, in the Waunfawr area of Gwynedd, George Kovacs confronted two teenagers he believed were up to no good near his property. He attacked one of them, Kian Williams, with a fence post and pole, striking him multiple times as the teenager tried to defend himself, resulting in fractures to his arm and wrist that required surgery. Kovacs also threatened to kill the teenagers if they returned and later posted threats on Facebook.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding. Has five previous convictions for eight offences, including weapons offences. Judge commented that his actions went far beyond anything reasonably thought necessary to protect property.

Sources: walesonline.co.uk

Nathan Raymond Williams

Dangerous driving and driving whilst disqualified

June 6, 2025

Sentence: 52 weeks imprisonment and disqualified from driving for 5 years and 3 months

On January 12, 2025, Nathan Raymond Williams was driving a silver Alfa Romeo at high speed in Bangor. He evaded police, drove through a red light, exceeded 60mph, overtook vehicles on Caernarfon Road, entered a roundabout the wrong way, and attempted to enter the A55 contraflow before being stopped by a police vehicle making tactical contact.

Pleaded guilty to driving offences. PC Robert Williams commented that the driving was completely reckless and could have caused a serious incident.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Billie Jo Kane

Burglary

May 21, 2025

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

Billie Jo Kane, 27, of Ty Newydd caravan park, Llanbedrgoch, Anglesey, assisted Peter Jason Lee in breaking into an 82-year-old widow’s remote home in rural Anglesey on October 23, 2023. The pair forced entry by tearing a window frame from its hinges, injuring the victim’s finger, and stole irreplaceable sentimental items, including a photograph of the victim’s deceased son and his late father. They caused further distress by spraying bleach and threatening to burn the house.

Mathew Cai Jones

Supply of Cocaine

May 10, 2025

Sentence: Two years imprisonment, plus a concurrent 27-month sentence for supply of cocaine and a consecutive six-month term from a previous suspended sentence

On November 17, 2023, Mathew Cai Jones attempted to dispose of 33 bags of cocaine by throwing them over a fence during a police stop related to a domestic argument in Holyhead. Police found £422.45 in cash on him, and a search of his home revealed a cannabis grinder, scales, Tupperware with cocaine (80% purity), other drugs, and a plastic bag with a cannabis logo. His mobile phone contained messages evidencing drug dealing, with the total drug haul valued at £4,080.

Defence lawyer stated that Jones was an addict in debt but had turned his life around with employment and references; Judge Rhys Rowlands noted prior suspended sentence for possession of ketamine with intent to supply and that Jones knew the risks of dealing Class A drugs.

Sources: walesupdates.uk

Michael Roberts

Robbery

May 5, 2025

Sentence: Four years imprisonment

On February 8, 2025, Michael Roberts entered the Deniz Continental Store in Ruabon Road, Wrexham, approached the counter, produced a 10cm knife, and demanded money from store assistant Beata Wisniewska, who was frightened and handed over approximately £250. He was apprehended later that day with some of the money and the knife. This was his second robbery at the same store against the same victim, following a previous conviction in 2021 for a similar offence.

Pleaded guilty to robbery, possession of a knife, and failing to comply with notification requirements. Judge Rhys Rowlands noted that the offence was too serious for anything other than a custodial sentence and imposed a ten-year restraining order prohibiting contact with the victim or the store.

Sources: walesupdates.uk

Kelly Cavanagh

Wounding

April 28, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, and 25 days of rehabilitation activity

Kelly Cavanagh attacked her former partner, Dennis Williams, with a saucepan while he was sleeping on a sofa in February 2024. She then confronted him in the kitchen with a knife, which he took from her, before dragging him back and biting his leg. She also damaged his van's windscreen and headlight after discovering messages on his phone from his mother and sister, which she had previously forbidden. Police investigations revealed a prior incident in 2022 where she hit another former partner with a saucepan.

Pleaded guilty to wounding. Suffers from emotionally unstable personality and ADHD. Judge noted that while serious harm was caused, immediate imprisonment would harm her children.

Sources: walesupdates.uk

James Jones

Possession of a bladed article in a public place

April 24, 2025

Sentence: 10 months in a detention centre

James Jones brandished a knife through a child's bedroom window during a heated argument stemming from ongoing disputes over loud music and parties. The incident occurred on March 31, following a verbal confrontation on March 30, involving Jones and others with Andrew Hamilton. CCTV footage captured Jones pointing the knife at Hamilton through the window and pushing his arm through it, causing Hamilton to feel threatened. Jones was later found hiding near a railway line with the knife.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a bladed article in a public place. Defence lawyer argued the incident was short-lived and threats were made towards him. Judge warned that people who carry knives are at risk of acting impulsively.

Sources: walesupdates.uk

Jason Owen

Grievous Bodily Harm

March 18, 2025

Sentence: two years and three months imprisonment

Jason Owen, in an intoxicated state, banged on doors and forced his way into properties in Holyhead on January 9, 2025. He attacked 75-year-old Brendan Kenny by pushing and punching him in the face in an unprovoked assault, leaving Mr Kenny with a broken nose, broken cheekbone, and dislodged jaw. Witnesses described the attack as vicious and ferocious, and Owen was heard making derogatory remarks.

Admitted wounding the pensioner. Expressed deep remorse due to an emotionally fragile state and alcohol issues, which make him aggressive. The judge described the assault as vicious and noted it shattered the victim's confidence.

Sources: walesonline.co.uk

Gary Wyn Morgan

Assault

February 3, 2025

Sentence: two years imprisonment

On 18 August 2024, Gary Wyn Morgan argued with a man and smashed a plate over his head before leaving. On 22 August 2024, officers attempted to arrest him, during which he became aggressive, punching one officer in the face and spitting at another. While in custody, he punched a custody sergeant in the jaw, causing the sergeant to fall unconscious and require stitches.

Admitted assaulting three emergency workers and a further assault. Chief Inspector Stephen Pawson described his violent behaviour against police officers as disgraceful.

Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk

Gethin Jones

Sexual Assault

January 10, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment and a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order

Gethin Jones approached a woman he did not know on December 18, put his arms around her shoulders, and tried to lead her down a nearby alleyway. He made sexual comments towards her, which made her fear for her safety. He followed her, touched her back, and continued making remarks about her tattoos. The woman ran to a group of people nearby, after which Jones fled the scene.

Pleaded guilty to sexual assault. Acting District Inspector Andrew Davies commented on the victim's bravery and the lasting impact on her safety, supporting the use of the SHPO to prevent future harassment.

Sources: walesonline.co.uk

Dale Broome

Dangerous Driving

January 9, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment and disqualified from driving for 4 years and 8 months

Dale Broome drove the wrong way down a dual carriageway, reached speeds of 100mph in 20mph zones, and led police on a pursuit while over twice the legal drink drive limit. His vehicle got stuck in mud, leading to his arrest. The incident occurred on December 9, 2024, in North Wales, and involved dangerous manoeuvres that narrowly avoided serious collisions.

Pleaded guilty to five driving offences. Judge described it as the worst example of dangerous driving without death or serious injury. Was more than twice the drink drive limit.

Sources: walesonline.co.uk

Jaqueline Mwila

Causing death by dangerous driving

December 28, 2024

Sentence: 7 years and 4 months imprisonment

Jaqueline Mwila, 51, from Mount Pleasant, Swansea, attempted to overtake vehicles on the Y Felinheli bypass in April 2024, resulting in a collision that killed 28-year-old Emma Louise Morris at the scene and seriously injured her son Jack and another motorist, Malcolm Williams.

Attempted to overtake on the Y Felinheli bypass, causing a crash that killed Emma Louise Morris and seriously injured two others. She pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and two counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

Sources: walesonline.co.uk

Roger Brenninkmeyer

Causing death by dangerous driving

December 28, 2024

Sentence: 6 years and 8 months imprisonment

Roger Brenninkmeyer, 60, was driving his BMW at nearly 100mph on a rural road near Pwllheli when it hit an embankment, overturned, and collided with another car, killing 20-year-old Droy Darrock-York. An investigation showed the vehicle was travelling at 99mph in a 20mph zone, with the accelerator fully depressed at impact. Earlier, it had reached 109mph.

Driving at almost 100mph in a 20mph zone, causing death by dangerous driving. He was banned from driving for 11 years and 4 months.

Sources: walesonline.co.uk

Roger Peter Brenninkmeyer

Causing death by dangerous driving

November 27, 2024

Sentence: Six years and eight months imprisonment

On the afternoon of 4 June 2022, Roger Peter Brenninkmeyer was driving his BMW at speeds up to 109mph on an unclassified road with blind bends at Pentreuchaf near Pwllheli. He lost control of the vehicle, left the road, and collided with a Ford Fusion driven by Droy Darroch-York from Nefyn, resulting in Droy's death at the scene. Brenninkmeyer was seriously injured in the incident and required hospital treatment.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Also issued with an 11-year driving disqualification and an extended re-test. Sustained serious injuries in the crash and was hospitalised for several weeks.

Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk

Iain Butterworth

Theft

November 15, 2024

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months imprisonment

On 25 March 2023, Iain Butterworth trespassed into the Deiniol Centre on Bangor High Street whilst it was closed, breaking the glass doors of an antique shop and stealing a large quantity of jewellery worth around £56,100.

Admitted to theft and criminal damage. Investigating Officer PC Stephanie Owen commented that Butterworth showed no regard for business owners and welcomed the custodial sentence.

Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk

Iwan Lloyd

Assault

September 20, 2024

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

On 5 July 2024, Iwan Lloyd argued with his ex-partner, grabbed her by the throat, repeatedly hit her against the floor, threw bottles of beer around the house, and smashed them against the walls, causing damage to items inside. His partner sustained a head injury and required hospital treatment.

Pleaded guilty to assault. Received a 10-year restraining order protecting the victim.

Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk

Raymond Catterall

Dangerous Driving

August 31, 2024

Sentence: 8 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 150 hours of unpaid work, curfew, and disqualified from driving for 1 year

Raymond Catterall was driving a 7.5 tonne Mercedes Benz Atego lorry on the eastbound carriageway of the A55 near Bangor when he crashed into a stationary vehicle after repeatedly looking at his phone for a podcast. The incident occurred at about 2pm on May 15, 2023, and he narrowly avoided a family in the collision. He initially claimed a car pulled out in front of him but later admitted guilt.

Aaron Roberts

Wounding

July 31, 2024

Sentence: four years and three months in prison

Aaron Roberts carried out two violent attacks. The first occurred on May 29, 2024, when he returned to Michael Edwards' home in Holywell, wrestled him to the floor, punched him in the face twice, and hit him over the head with a champagne bottle three times, resulting in a 5cm head wound requiring stitches. The second, more serious attack happened on July 27, 2024, when he shouted at Amy Adams, punched and stabbed Levi Lampard, threw a television at him, and caused damage to a neighbour's car and his ex-partner's home windows, leading to Mr. Lampard undergoing emergency surgery and suffering from flashbacks and nightmares.

Pleaded guilty to wounding, common assault, criminal damage to property and affray. Has 17 previous convictions and suffers from mental health issues including post-traumatic stress disorder. Judge Nicola Jones described it as a case of really serious harm and thanked a victim for his dignity in court.

Sources: walesupdates.uk

Jonathan Evans

Child Sex Abuse

July 25, 2024

Sentence: 4 years' imprisonment

Jonathan Evans, 32, of Malltraeth, Bodorgan, who worked in an Anglesey school and volunteered with the RAF Air Cadets, sexually abused two boys while in a position of trust. His offences included cupping his hand on a boy's genitals, asking if the boy had engaged in sexual intercourse, sending explicit images of himself via Snapchat and requesting similar images from the victims, groping one boy, and making thrusting movements behind him. The abuses occurred over a period leading up to his report in November 2020, with victims experiencing severe mental health struggles, including suicidal thoughts and loss of self-worth.

Found guilty after trial on multiple sexual offences. No previous convictions; immaturity at the time and delays in the case were noted by the defence. Judge described the behaviour as inappropriate and grooming, and highlighted the profound impact on victims.

Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk

Matthew Pritchard

Sexual activity with a child

July 22, 2024

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Matthew Pritchard groomed a girl via social media between 2018 and 2020, despite her stating he was too old for her. He had sexual intercourse with her in public places, including a beach in Holyhead where she felt uncomfortable and became physically sick due to intoxication from alcohol he provided, and behind public toilets. He took steps to prevent her from reporting his behaviour and ignored warnings from a friend. The girl reported the abuse in late 2023, describing him as jealous and controlling, which left her feeling isolated, vulnerable, lonely, and suffering from panic attacks.

Pritchard pleaded guilty to four counts of sexual activity with a child and one charge of sexual communication with a child. He had no previous convictions and was described as immature and suffering from a mental disorder. Judge Nicola Jones noted the devastating effect on the victim and imposed indefinite sex offenders register notification requirements, a lifelong sexual harm prevention order, and a lifelong restraining order.

Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk

Deborah Tinsley

Burglary and Criminal Damage

July 10, 2024

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment

Deborah Tinsley broke into Liam Booth's flat in Trearddur Bay on March 29, 2024, after her partner, a former employee of Booth, believed he owed them money. She caused criminal damage by pouring detergent over the kitchen floor and washing basket containing Booth's clothes, knocking over his TV, pouring bleach over his bed, and damaging his car. This was motivated by derogatory comments Booth made about Tinsley, including that she 'smelled like fish'. Booth reported feeling devastated, paranoid in his own home, and incurred costs to replace locks and a TV.

Found guilty after trial. No previous convictions. Felt aggrieved about money owed to her partner. Has significant mobility issues and poor mental health. Judge noted no remorse and that she refused to believe she did anything wrong. A five-year restraining order was issued for the victim's protection.

Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk

Steven Roberts

Breaching Restraining Order

July 9, 2024

Sentence: three years imprisonment

Steven Roberts harassed his ex-partner, Claire Roberts, by making repeated phone calls and sending text messages, breaching a previous five-year restraining order imposed in March 2024. Between July 2024 and January 2025, he contacted her regularly, asking to reunite, and between January 9 and 14, 2025, she received 400-500 calls from a withheld number, which she identified as from him. He appeared on her driveway, shouting and throwing stones at her window, and continued contact even after arrest. Police found a small bag of cannabis in his possession during a search, and he sent cards to her from prison.

Pleaded guilty to cannabis possession and four counts of breaching a restraining order. Has 23 previous convictions. Judge Timothy Petts noted that Roberts bombarded the victim with calls and ignored the restraining order, emphasising that the relationship is over.

Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk

William Palmer

Actual Bodily Harm

July 8, 2024

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

William Palmer broke into his former partner Katie Williams' home in Gaerwen, Anglesey, on April 1. He assaulted Ms. Williams by punching her in the face and assaulted Daniel Evans-Bundy by biting his ear, drawing blood, and repeatedly punching, kicking, and stamping on him as he lay on the floor. Palmer also threw a stool at Ms. Williams, damaged Mr. Evans-Bundy's car windscreens causing over £700 in damage, and assaulted an emergency worker by pushing an officer, requiring the use of incapacitant spray.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of actual bodily harm, one count of criminal damage, and one charge of assaulting an emergency worker. Has 17 previous convictions. Expressed remorse and has mental health issues. Judge commented that his behaviour was fuelled by jealousy and inability to control his temper. Restraining orders imposed for 10 years and ordered to pay compensation.

Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk

Trefor Glyn Evans

Robbery

June 25, 2024

Sentence: 4 years and 3 months imprisonment

On the evening of 29 January 2024, in the Afon Goch area of Caernarfon, Trefor Glyn Evans threatened a man, demanded money from him, attacked him by punching and kicking him in the head, and stole the victim's phone, coat, hat, and trainers. The victim managed to escape and report the incident at the police station.

Mark Evans

Drug Driving

June 25, 2024

Sentence: 12 months driving disqualification and a £507 fine, plus £85 costs and £203 surcharge

Mark Evans drove with cannabis in his system on the A497 in Criccieth on 5 March 2024. He was subsequently charged, appeared in court, and admitted the offence.

Reece Williams

Possessing with intent to supply cocaine

June 19, 2024

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months

Reece Williams, a 24-year-old from Pwllheli, was stopped by police in Llangedwyn, north Powys, in July 2023, while driving a BMW containing nearly 28 grams of cocaine valued between £4,800 and £6,075. He had collected the package from Birmingham and was involved in dealing drugs over a two-week period from June 25 to July 8, 2023, as evidenced by messages on seized mobile phones. Williams was a regular user addicted to the drug and acted out of desperation due to homelessness and debt, but he has since rehabilitated, stopped using drugs, and is now working as a mobile mechanic.

Pleaded guilty to possessing with intent to supply cocaine and being concerned in the supply of a Class A drug. Judge Nicola Jones noted he was an immature individual at the time of offending and had turned his life around, with no further offences committed during the delay in proceedings. He was ordered to pay a £187 victim surcharge and undertake 20 rehabilitation activity days.

Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk

Liam Coleman

Supply of Cocaine and Cannabis

June 9, 2024

Sentence: four years and three months imprisonment

Liam Coleman was involved in the supply of cannabis since 2019 and cocaine. In May 2024, he was seen topping up a 'graft phone' used to send over 4,000 messages advertising drugs. The phone remained active until July, after which he used his own mobile for daily drug sales. In April 2024, police attempted to arrest him at a property in Llandudno, where he fled, and drugs and paraphernalia were found. He was arrested the next day.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of being concerned in cannabis supply and one count of being involved in the supply of cocaine. Had one previous conviction for two offences. Started dealing to fund his own drug habit, got into debt, is isolated in North Wales, fell into a bad crowd, and wants to gain stability. Judge stated he played a significant role in drug-dealing.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

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