Caernarfon Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

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
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
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 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
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
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.
Jailed for her role as an accomplice in the crime.
Sources: walesupdates.uk
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
Liam Babbs
Causing serious injury by dangerous driving
May 1, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months for causing serious injury by dangerous driving

A 'callous' motorist struck a 77-year-old pensioner, Cliff Roberts, and left him with 'life-changing' injuries before driving home rather than stopping to help. Babbs was driving at twice the speed limit when he collided with the victim who was cleaning his car. The victim was left with 'irreversible' injuries and was screaming out in pain after being hit.
Described as a 'callous' motorist. Father-of-three.
Sources: dailypost.co.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
Billy Joe Walsh
Possession of offensive weapon
March 1, 2025

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment for possession of sharpened sink piece, 4 months concurrent for possession of plastic blade, 2 months concurrent for each of three assaults on prison officers

At HMP Berwyn, Wrexham, Billy Joe Walsh, 36, of College Road, St Helens, brandished a sharpened part of a hand basin and assaulted three prison guards, who wrestled him to the floor and handcuffed him. A black plastic blade was later found in his segregation unit cell.
Sources: dailypost.co.uk
Adam Roberts
Dangerous driving
March 1, 2025

Sentence: 16 months for dangerous driving

A dangerous driver crashed his car into a wall while trying to escape from police. Adam Roberts then fled from the vehicle, but was soon caught by officers. The incident happened on Stansty Road, Wrexham on February 21, 2025.
Incident happened a month after he had stolen items worth almost £900 from shops.
Sources: dailypost.co.uk
Zak Engen
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm, controlling behaviour, and stalking
March 1, 2025

Sentence: Imprisonment (duration not specified)

Zak Engen, 34, of Maes Garnedd, Tregele, Cemaes, Anglesey, subjected his ex-partner to years of physical and mental abuse starting in 2017, including pulling her hair, grabbing her throat while sleeping, throwing a suitcase, and punching her repeatedly. After she ended the relationship, he stalked her.
Admitted assault occasioning actual bodily harm, engaging in controlling behaviour, and stalking. Relationship abusive since 2017, involving hair pulling, throat grabbing, sleep deprivation, and threats of self-harm.
Sources: dailypost.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
Reef Byfield
Wounding
February 1, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

In February 2025, Reef Byfield, 25, of Pen-y-Wern, Rhosllanerchgrugog, Wrexham, threw a bike wheel with gears at a police officer during a street disturbance involving 30 or 40 people in Rhosllanerchrugog, Wrexham. The wheel struck his female friend on the side of the head, knocking her out and leaving her in a pool of blood requiring hospital treatment.
Sources: dailypost.co.uk
Paul Kevin Hanley
Coercive and controlling behaviour
February 1, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

Paul Kevin Hanley, 30, of London Road, Holyhead, tormented his partner after moving in shortly after meeting on October 14. He punched and bit her at his mother's home, leading to hospital treatment for injuries.
Engaged in coercive and controlling behaviour, including throttling, punching, and biting the victim.
Sources: dailypost.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
Aiden Williams
Causing serious injury by dangerous driving
January 1, 2025

Sentence: 18 months detention for causing serious injury by dangerous driving

A scooter rider was driving at an 'extraordinary' 60mph in a 20mph zone when he collided with pedestrian Emma Jones, sending her 'flying ten feet' into the air and leaving her in agony. He ran off through a pond before being arrested. The crash occurred on Ruabon Road in Johnstown, Wrexham on April 8, 2025 at about 3pm. The victim needed hospital treatment for injuries including a fractured eye socket.
Scooter rider who only bought his scooter five days earlier and had no licence nor insurance. Wrote a letter of apology on Batman paper to his victim.
Sources: dailypost.co.uk
Justin Harvey
Controlling and coercive behaviour
January 1, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Justin Harvey, 35, of Tan y Efail, Holyhead, subjected his ex-partner to a campaign of abuse, causing injuries including a damaged foot ligament and broken finger, forcing her to give up work as a hairdresser. He threw a cigarette at her face and went into a pub with a bat.
Admitted engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour. Victim suffered damaged foot ligament, broken finger, and financial ruin.
Sources: dailypost.co.uk
Levi Jones
Wounding
January 1, 2025

Sentence: 14 months in Young Offenders Institution plus 4 months activated from suspended sentence

In January 2025, Levi Jones, 20, of Stratford Close, Wrexham, stabbed his cousin in the back with a breadknife during a row over a small amount of cannabis in a kitchen. The argument started over the drug and escalated after Jones damaged the victim's tools.
Poses a high risk of harm to the public.
Sources: dailypost.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
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
James Kiernan
Conspiring to produce cannabis
December 18, 2024

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years

James Kiernan was involved in a drugs gang attempting to bring cocaine, ketamine, and cannabis to Denbighshire between July 19 and December 17, 2024. The gang was involved in various offences, with approximately 1.3 kilograms of cocaine discovered in an accomplice's home. The operation was uncovered through 'Operation Scarab' by North Wales Police Serious and Organised Crime Unit using covert policing and surveillance.
Must complete 10 days of rehabilitation activity. The judge noted he has an autistic child who needed him and that he is a hospital porter.
Sources: walesupdates.uk
Lance Reynolds
Dangerous driving
December 18, 2024

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 15 day rehabilitation activity requirement, 7pm to 7am curfew for 4 months, statutory surcharge

On November 9, 2024, Lance Reynolds, driving a white Royal Mail delivery van, waved to a colleague and made a right turn off Penchwintan Road in Bangor, striking a Honda 125cc motorbike driven by Richard Williams. Mr Williams was thrown off the bike, struck a garden wall, and suffered multiple fractures, resulting in the amputation of his right leg below the knee, spinal surgery, and plates in his right arm. He required months of hospital treatment and has ongoing physical and psychological impacts including PTSD, phantom pain, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.
Pleaded guilty at earliest opportunity. No previous convictions. Assessed as low risk of reoffending. Genuine remorse expressed. Judge noted it was a very short period of inattention, not deliberate or prolonged.
Sources: dailypost.co.uk
Osian Jones
Breach of community order
December 16, 2024

Sentence: 16 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 12 months drug rehabilitation, £60 costs

Osian Jones, 19, of 67 Fron Fawr, Blaenau Ffestiniog, was originally given a 12-month community order on 14 January 2024 for assaulting Callum Williams in Blaenau Ffestiniog on 5 June 2024. He breached the order by failing to attend an unpaid work appointment on 23 November 2024.
Admitted breaching the requirements of a 12-month community order by failing to attend an unpaid work appointment on 23 November. Original community order revoked.
Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk
John Michael Smith
Supply of cocaine and cannabis
December 12, 2024

Sentence: 3.5 years imprisonment

John Michael Smith, a 37-year-old man from Kimberley Road, Llandudno Junction, was involved in the supply of Class A and Class B substances, namely cocaine and cannabis. The offences were committed between August 2024 and June 2024. He was arrested at his home on 5 June 2024 and subsequently charged by investigating officers.
Pleaded guilty to the offences. Custodial sentence reflects the seriousness of his offending over a 10-month period.
Sources: dailypost.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
David Roberts
Affray and possession of an offensive weapon
November 20, 2024

Sentence: 2 years and 1 month imprisonment

On September 14, 2024, David Roberts, 36, of Y Wern in Wrexham, approached a delivery driver on Wynnstay Avenue while holding an axe and made threats to kill, causing the driver to flee and call the police. Roberts was smashing his own fence and appeared to be under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Police attempted to arrest him, but he resisted for 40 minutes, shouting from an upstairs window with the axe and a kitchen knife, and self-harming. He was tasered three times before being subdued and treated in hospital. He had a prior suspended sentence for criminal damage and assaulting an emergency worker from June 2024.
Pleaded guilty to affray and possession of an offensive weapon. Received 22 months for affray and 12 months for possession of a weapon, served concurrently, plus a consecutive 3 months for triggered suspended sentence. Will serve half on licence. Mental health issues and drug use contributed to the incident; showed remorse.
Sources: leaderlive.co.uk
Graham Naylor
Arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered
November 18, 2024

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months imprisonment

On April 13, 2024, Graham Naylor deliberately set fire to recycling boxes in front of Nadeem Ahmed's home on High Street, Bangor, while Ahmed was at a nearby mosque. The fire spread and caused damage to the house, costing £300 in repairs. CCTV footage captured Naylor starting the fire and later returning to throw water on the flames. No one was inside the property at the time. Naylor was arrested and made no comment during his police interview. The incident left Ahmed and his mother feeling scared, nervous, and permanently mentally scarred, with the mother now leaving the house less due to anxiety.
Pleaded guilty to arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered. Has 31 previous convictions for 54 offences. Judge noted childhood trauma and addiction issues, hoped for rehabilitation in prison.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.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
Martin Hughes
Drug-driving
November 14, 2024

Sentence: 12-month driving ban, 30 days' rehabilitation activity, £200 fine, £150 court costs, £80 surcharge

On April 23, 2024, at about 7.45am, Martin Hughes, 38, of Ffordd Dulyn, Llandudno, was stopped by police on Rhos-on-Sea promenade for driving too closely to the car in front. Officers detected the smell of cannabis, discovered his driving licence had expired and he had no insurance. He failed a roadside drugs test, and a blood sample showed he was more than four times the legal limit for cannabis.
Pleaded guilty to drug-driving, driving without a licence and insurance. Was serving a suspended 2-year imprisonment sentence from September 2024 at Mold Crown Court for an unrelated offence. Judge Nicola Jones noted no crash, damage or injuries occurred and acknowledged his military service and progress with probation.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Michael Hanmer
Inciting a child to engage in sexual activity
October 25, 2024

Sentence: 32 months imprisonment, half in custody and half on licence, plus 5-year SHPO

Michael Hanmer, 30, from Rhyd Menai, Anglesey, sent messages to a teenage girl aged 13-15 starting before April 23, 2024, asking for sexually explicit images including a picture of her in her bra and a video of her touching herself. He sent her an image of his penis and a video of himself masturbating, which disgusted the victim. He also discussed going on days out and then having a 'naughty time' involving cuddling and kissing. The victim rejected his requests and reported the messages to her school on April 23, 2024, leading to police involvement. Hanmer was arrested and initially denied involvement, claiming his phone was hacked, but later admitted the offences when shown evidence. The victim reported worsened school behaviour, stress, and feeling like it was a nightmare, though supported by family, school, and counselling.
Pleaded guilty to three charges. Psychological report noted mild intellectual disability, autistic traits, and mental health issues. Defence highlighted vulnerability in custody and risk of suicide. Judge took into account pre-sentence report.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Morgan Edwards
Causing serious injury by dangerous driving
October 23, 2024

Sentence: 2 years and 4 months' detention

On March 2, 2024, Morgan Edwards, aged 18 at the time, drove at excessive speeds up to 130mph on the A55 and 85mph in a 20mph zone in Bangor, ignoring his friends' requests to slow down. His Volkswagen Golf, modified for increased performance, collided with a BMW emerging from a junction on Ffriddoedd Road and then a wall, hospitalizing friends Dilyn Bayley (broken foot bones, surgery, 5-day hospital stay) and Kieran Owen (complex facial fractures, 5cm forehead wound exposing skull, ongoing dizziness, headaches, missed school). Brian Maher was also in the car. Edwards fled the scene initially but was arrested shortly after. The crash resulted from his deliberate decision to ignore road rules.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Banned from driving for 4 years and 7 months, must pass extended retest. Prior cautions for driving matters. Described as immature and impressionable, suffering from depression.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Karl Sturrs
Breach of suspended sentence
October 22, 2024

Sentence: £100 fine and costs

Karl Sturrs, 42, of Bro Syr Ifor, Bangor, was initially spared jail on August 15 with a four-month suspended sentence for one-and-a-half years after exhibiting controlling and coercive behaviour towards his former partner Chloe Hunt between January 1 and June 26. He breached the suspended sentence by failing to attend a probation appointment without excuse on September 5.
Breached suspended sentence by missing probation appointment on September 5. Suspended sentence not activated due to employment evidence. Must pay by end of December or face 7 days imprisonment. Judge advised to prioritize appointments.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Craig Berry
Assault and coercive behaviour
October 21, 2024

Sentence: 32 months imprisonment

Craig Berry committed a series of violent offences against a 37-year-old female victim between October 2024 and March 2025, including assault, intentional strangulation, engaging in controlling or coercive behaviour, theft, and making threats to kill. Officers arrested Berry on 13 March 2025 after the victim reported a serious assault in Denbigh, during which she was bitten to the face and struck to the head. The victim subsequently made further disclosures of verbal and physical abuse by Berry.
Pleaded guilty to multiple charges. Made subject to a five-year restraining order prohibiting contact with the victim and her children.
Sources: walesupdates.uk
Ricky Richardson
Assault and controlling and coercive behaviour
October 9, 2024

Sentence: 2 years and 4 months imprisonment for coercive behaviour and assaults, plus 8 months consecutive for threats to kill

Ricky Richardson assaulted his adult daughters Shanice and Yasmin over a period from April 2023 to August 2025, including seven counts of assault against Shanice such as slapping and punching her face, hitting her leg with a hammer, throwing a baby gate at her, and cutting her face with a knife. He engaged in controlling and coercive behaviour using threats of self-harm to manipulate them. He also made threats to kill Shanice's friend Ellie Condron in July 2025. Incidents involved drug use, foaming at the mouth, and police involvement. Shanice suffered various injuries including a cut to the eye requiring stitches and was deeply affected.
Pleaded guilty at earliest opportunity. Serial drug user, now clean. Mental health issues related to self-medication after friend's death. Will serve half on licence. Shocked by his own behaviour.
Sources: leaderlive.co.uk
Robert Emlyn Hughes
Failing to prevent the causing of unnecessary suffering to an animal
October 3, 2024

Sentence: £1,000 fine and 10-year ban from keeping animals (except one dog)

On September 5, 2024, sheep carcasses not properly disposed of and a lamb with open wounds were found in Hughes’ garden; the lamb was euthanised due to serious injuries. On September 6, dogs were found in his van, tied up with inadequate food, water, or veterinary care. Following an animal health inspector's visit on September 16, animals were removed from his care, several euthanised. On September 19, more animals seized, including sheep euthanised due to suffering; decomposing carcasses left accessible to other animals. Follow-up visits showed no action taken despite warnings.
Admitted failing to prevent the causing of unnecessary suffering to an animal. Described as a vulnerable man with complex psychiatric needs. Judge noted prolonged repeated incidents of neglect causing death of animals.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk

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