Caernarfon Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Craig Judge
Theft
April 11, 2024

Sentence: eight months imprisonment

Craig Judge, despite being banned from all Co-op stores in North Wales under a five-year criminal behaviour order issued in April 2024, entered Co-op stores in Rhos-on-Sea, Pensarn, and Bodelwyddan in March 2025. He stole items worth £331 by filling a bag and leaving without paying. He was arrested on March 16 and found in possession of a small amount of cocaine. Judge has a long history of theft offences, which he attributes to family influence.
Pleaded guilty to four counts of theft, five charges of breaching a criminal behaviour order, and one offence of cocaine possession. The judge commented that he needs to stop blaming others and take control of his own destiny. He has 125 prior court appearances for 324 offences and was introduced to stealing by his family.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Courtney Roberts
Arson
April 11, 2024

Sentence: eight months’ imprisonment, suspended for a year-and-a-half

Courtney Roberts deliberately set her flat in Pwllheli alight on March 23, 2024, causing £1,687.26 in damage to the flooring, kitchen, and door. She made emergency calls expressing intent to burn the flat and harm herself, despite warnings about risks to others. Police forced entry, extinguished a kitchen fire, and managed the thick smoke that followed.
Pleaded guilty to arson. Has one previous conviction for two offences and suffers from severe mental health difficulties, including emotionally unstable personality disorder. Judge ordered a six-month mental health treatment requirement.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Cameron Lloyd Jennings-Williams
Threatening a person with an offensive weapon
April 11, 2024

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

On 16 August, Cameron Lloyd Jennings-Williams held a woman hostage in his home in Blaenau Ffestiniog, leading to a 15-hour siege that involved armed police, negotiators, fire services, and ambulance services. He was in possession of weapons including knives and scythes, made threats of violence towards the woman and himself, and threatened to set his home on fire, resulting in the evacuation of neighbouring properties.
Admitted to threatening a person with an offensive weapon in a private place, possession of an offensive weapon in a public place, and intentionally causing a public nuisance. Superintendent Gethin Jones commented on the significant impact on the community and emergency services.
Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk
Gareth Druce
Rape
April 9, 2024

Sentence: 12 years 8 months imprisonment

Gareth Druce, 33, of Church Street, Blaenau Ffestiniog, targeted vulnerable females in the Colwyn Bay area with planned and targeted sexual attacks. He committed a rape in 2022 and a sexual assault in 2021. Both victims were unknown to him and were preyed upon due to their vulnerabilities.
Pleaded guilty to sexual assault from 2021 and found guilty of rape from 2022. Will remain on the Sex Offenders’ Register indefinitely, issued with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order, and an extended licence period of four years.
Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk
James Higham
Conspiracy to supply cannabis
March 31, 2024

Sentence: eight months imprisonment

James Higham was involved in supplying cannabis, acting as a dealer and customer in the network, with messages indicating he owed over £1,400 for cannabis and was supplying it on.
Pleaded guilty to conspiring to supply cannabis. Was a cannabis dealer and customer of David Jones, owing him money for supplies.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk
Lloyd Lloyd
Breaching Restraining Order and Criminal Damage
March 28, 2024

Sentence: 1 year imprisonment

Lloyd Lloyd, who had been in a relationship with Nicole Kelly for 11 years, breached a three-year restraining order imposed in July 2023 by approaching her home and trying to open the back door on March 3, just two days after his release from prison. This left Ms. Kelly paralysed with fear and distressed their children, who were present. He was found by police the following day in an unsteady state and subsequently kicked a police car window, causing £120 of damage. Ms. Kelly described him as dangerous and unpredictable, and stated he does not accept their separation.
Admitted breaching a restraining order and criminal damage. Has 24 previous convictions for 50 offences. Alcohol is the root of his offending. Judge Nicola Jones advised him to seek treatment for his brain injury and not to let the sentence crush him.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
David Williams
Wounding with intent
March 26, 2024

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, plus 25 days rehabilitation activity and £200 in court costs, with a two-year restraining order

On November 30, 2023, in Holyhead, David Williams engaged in a confrontation with Barry Davies after an initial scuffle. Williams armed himself with a pen knife, returned, and stabbed Davies twice, causing a 2cm wound over his breast bone, a 2x1cm wound below his right armpit with visible ribs, bruising, and significant blood loss. Davies required hospital treatment, including stitches, a breathing tube, and a ventilator.
Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent. Judge Nicola Jones noted severe provocation but highlighted the use of a dangerous weapon and expressed belief in his potential for rehabilitation.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Chloe Roberts
Assault
March 22, 2024

Sentence: Remanded in custody

Chloe Roberts assaulted Sophie Lewis in Porthmadog on 9 January and breached a criminal behaviour order by entering Tremadog on 8 January. She appeared before Caernarfon Magistrates’ Court on 26 February and was remanded in custody until her sentencing date.
Pled guilty to assault and breaching a criminal behaviour order; awaiting full sentencing.
Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk
Mark Goodier
Theft and Handling Stolen Goods
March 22, 2024

Sentence: two years and five months imprisonment

On December 19, 2024, Mark Goodier broke into a house in Llanberis and stole valuable items, including designer luxury goods such as jewellery, handbags, and watches, while the homeowner and family were on holiday. He also stole the homeowner's BMW vehicle, which was tracked and recovered in Bangor, and numerous stolen items were found at his home. Additionally, he smashed into the Royal British Legion club with a crowbar, causing £500 of damage, and was found driving a stolen Ford Cougar worth £10,500 using fake number plates.
Pleaded guilty to theft and handling stolen goods. Handed an extra 20 days for not paying a £806.05 fine.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Robert Pinnington
Assault causing actual bodily harm
March 22, 2024

Sentence: 3 years imprisonment and a 15-year restraining order

On 1 November 2023, Robert Pinnington attacked his wife while she was asleep in bed. He bit her bottom lip, causing her mouth to fill with blood, then strangled her and threatened to kill her. She managed to flee after shouting for help from her daughter.
Pleaded guilty to assault causing actual bodily harm, intentional strangulation and threats to kill. A 15-year restraining order was handed against his wife. Detective Constable Mark Atkinson commented on the violent nature of the assault and its impact on the victim and family.
Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk
Callum Kinney
Possession with intent to supply
March 19, 2024

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months imprisonment

Callum Kinney was stopped by police in Bangor on February 19, 2024, after being observed in a transaction with a suspected drug user. He arrived in an Audi vehicle and was found in possession of snap bags of heroin and crack cocaine, a machete, a cannabis grinder, bank notes, and mobile phones. The drugs, valued at £2,500, had been brought from Manchester to North Wales. Upon arrest, he admitted ownership of the items and made full disclosures to police.
Pleaded guilty to possession of heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply, and possession of cannabis and a bladed article. No previous convictions; described as working alone, very remorseful, from a deprived background, and supported by his partner in court. Judge noted his full disclosures and unlikely claim that the machete was for cutting meat, while encouraging him not to let the sentence break him.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Andrew Mckevitt
Harassment
March 12, 2024

Sentence: 12 month community order with 200 hours of unpaid work

On July 11, 2023, Andrew McKevitt posted threats on social media towards his former friend James McGuigan, including warnings of violence. A week later, he broke into McGuigan's home, leading to a scuffle during which he threw boiling water from a kettle at the victim, though he missed. The victim reported increased anxiety, avoided being at home, and sought mental health support as a result.
Pleaded guilty to the charge. Has 26 prior convictions, including a recent suspended sentence. Judge acknowledged the guilty plea and noted a realistic opportunity for rehabilitation due to his caring responsibilities for his elderly mother.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Osian Rhys Williams
Supply of Class A and B Drugs
March 6, 2024

Sentence: 3 years 8 months imprisonment

Osian Rhys Williams dealt drugs in Gwynedd and Anglesey. On 19 June 2022, security guards witnessed him dealing drugs at Gottwood music festival in Anglesey, where he had bags containing cocaine, ketamine, LSD, and ecstasy with a street value of approximately £1100. On 29 May 2023, police responded to reports at Cube nightclub in Bangor where he was attempting to deal drugs, leading to the discovery of ketamine, cocaine, and LSD worth about £550, along with £188 in cash.
Charged with being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs and possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs. Detective Constable Jamie Atkinson commented on pursuing drug dealers and exploiting vulnerable community members.
Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk
Mohammed Khan
Aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm
February 27, 2024

Sentence: 7 years and 6 months imprisonment

Mohammed Khan, along with three other men and another unidentified individual, broke into a flat above a newsagents on Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, on the night of August 26, 2023, and into the early hours of August 27, 2023. The group, dressed in dark clothing and balaclavas, forced entry using a crowbar and assaulted the occupants, Azah Ali and Sherko Mohammed, with punches, a pole, and knives, causing injuries such as contusions and a laceration requiring stitches. Khan participated in the aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and hid on a shed roof before arrest. They posed as police, demanded phones and passports, and attempted to steal cigarettes valued between £60,000 and £100,000. Evidence from mobile phones showed detailed planning, and nothing was stolen as the defendants fled upon police arrival.
Pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. Defence highlighted his regret for the incident, calling himself an idiot, and noted the van used belonged to his father, claiming he wore a balaclava due to a toothache.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Muneeb Habib
Aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm
February 27, 2024

Sentence: 6 years and 9 months imprisonment

Muneeb Habib, along with three other men and another unidentified individual, broke into a flat above a newsagents on Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, on the night of August 26, 2023, and into the early hours of August 27, 2023. The group, dressed in dark clothing and balaclavas, forced entry using a crowbar and assaulted the occupants, Azah Ali and Sherko Mohammed, with punches, a pole, and knives. Habib participated in the aggravated burglary, which involved intent to cause grievous bodily harm. They posed as police and demanded phones and passports while attempting to steal cigarettes valued between £60,000 and £100,000. Evidence from mobile phones showed planning, and the defendants fled upon police arrival. The victims sustained injuries, including contusions and lacerations.
Pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. Defence stated he knew what he was getting into, was extremely sorry to the complainants, and had been invited to north Wales by a friend.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Sina Soran
Burglary with intent to steal
February 27, 2024

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

Sina Soran, along with three other men and another unidentified individual, broke into a flat above a newsagents on Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, on the night of August 26, 2023, and into the early hours of August 27, 2023. The group, dressed in dark clothing and balaclavas, forced entry into the property with the intent to steal cigarettes valued between £60,000 and £100,000. They posed as police and immigration officers, assaulted the occupants, Azah Ali and Sherko Mohammed, and demanded phones and passports. Soran acted as a lookout and was offered £20,000 for his role. Evidence from mobile phones showed planning, and the defendants fled upon police arrival. No items were stolen.
Pleaded guilty to burglary with intent to steal. Defence argued for a realistic prospect of rehabilitation, and the judge noted a significant degree of planning in the case.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Shan Ullah
Burglary with intent to steal
February 27, 2024

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

Shan Ullah, along with three other men and another unidentified individual, broke into a flat above a newsagents on Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, on the night of August 26, 2023, and into the early hours of August 27, 2023. The group, dressed in dark clothing and balaclavas, forced entry into the property with the intent to steal cigarettes valued between £60,000 and £100,000. They posed as police and immigration officers, demanding phones and passports from the occupants, Azah Ali and Sherko Mohammed. Ullah acted as a lookout or participant in the burglary, and evidence from mobile phones showed job planning. Nothing was stolen, and the defendants fled upon the police arrival.
Pleaded guilty to burglary with intent to steal. Judge noted a significant degree of planning and expressed that the defendant was genuinely remorseful.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Craig Weir
Theft
February 20, 2024

Sentence: 7 days imprisonment

Craig Weir entered the home of his ex-partner, Emma Murphy, in Old Colwyn on August 17, 2024, while she was on holiday, and stole her WiFi router. This occurred two weeks after their seven-year relationship ended. He may have been staying in a tent in her garden initially. Ms Murphy noticed the activity via security cameras and contacted the police, who located Weir at the property. The cameras had been switched off, and the router was later found at Weir's home.
Admitted theft and had 12 previous convictions for 20 offences. The judge imposed no separate penalty for failing to surrender to custody on a previous date. He had been remanded in custody since October, equivalent to a nine-month sentence.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Bradley Khorasani
Assault on emergency workers
February 7, 2024

Sentence: Two weeks imprisonment

On December 8, 2024, Bradley Khorasani made over 100 calls to North Wales Police without a genuine emergency, became abusive upon officers' arrival, threatened to kill staff, grabbed PC Jones by the neck, kicked PC Evans while being restrained, and punched PC Turner in the mouth. On December 13, 2024, he acted threateningly at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, threatening to kill officers. On December 14, 2024, he punched PC Cooper during a mental health episode at a Travelodge hotel in Colwyn Bay.
Pled guilty to assaulting emergency workers and threatening behaviour. Had no previous convictions and suffers from autism, learning difficulties, epilepsy, and tuberous sclerosis complex. Judge noted he should not have been imprisoned and ordered his immediate release due to his vulnerability and mental health needs.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Steven Thirling
Assault
February 6, 2024

Sentence: 17 months imprisonment

Steven Thirling assaulted his then-partner, Imogen Bargate, during a short relationship. On July 26, 2024, a dispute led to him grabbing her, throwing her to the floor, sitting on her stomach, strangling her, and threatening to kill her. On July 27, 2024, while she was cooking dinner, he hit her across the face several times, threw burned dinner in her face, and again threatened to kill her. She sought refuge in a nearby pub, where staff contacted the police.
Pleaded guilty to two attacks. Judge Rhys Rowlands commented that he was responsible for 'unpleasant bullying' and noted that custody was not on the cusp, considering his prior conviction for assault.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Shane Mcginn
Conspiracy to supply cocaine and class B substances
February 1, 2024

Sentence: Eight years imprisonment

Shane McGinn was involved in a conspiracy to supply cocaine, amphetamine, and other class B substances into north Wales, as part of a larger criminal enterprise. He was also convicted for driving whilst banned.
Represented by Sophie Evans. Benefit figure from criminal activity was £427,192.04, and he was ordered to pay back £196.29.
Sources: chesterstandard.co.uk
Lee Taylor
Conspiracy to supply drugs
February 1, 2024

Sentence: Five years imprisonment

Lee Taylor was involved in a conspiracy to supply class A and B drugs into north Wales as part of a criminal enterprise. He was part of a group that brought drugs into the region, leading to several people being jailed for their roles.
Defended by John Wyn Williams. Benefit figure from criminal activity was £99,325.05, but only £1 available for repayment. Judge warned that if he acquires money in the future, he could be brought back to court.
Sources: chesterstandard.co.uk
Bradley Roberts
Assault
January 30, 2024

Sentence: 1 year's imprisonment (suspended for 2 years, later activated)

Bradley Roberts assaulted Joanne Jones, an emergency ambulance practitioner, by headbutting her twice at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Bodelwyddan in July 2023, leaving her with a bloodied nose, potential jaw fracture, and requiring counselling. He breached his suspended sentence by admitting two counts of theft on February 5, leading to its activation. Additionally, in March 2023, police found 615.31g of cannabis worth up to £3,075 and another 13.84g worth up to £120 at his home, along with evidence of drug dealing on his mobile phone.
Pleaded guilty to assault and two counts of theft. Judge noted his 10 previous convictions and responsibilities as a father of two young children. Sentencing for drug charges adjourned.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Shannon Tristan Evans
Assault and Intentional Strangulation
November 30, 2023

Sentence: 25 months in prison

Shannon Tristan Evans assaulted and intentionally strangled the victim on 30 September in Abererch, Pwllheli. The victim reported believing she was going to die, and the incident was part of domestic violence offences.
Found guilty of assault and intentional strangulation. Police highlighted efforts to combat violence against women and girls.
Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk
Rebecca Jones
Perverting the course of justice
November 20, 2023

Sentence: 1 year and 10 months imprisonment

Rebecca Jones created fake Facebook accounts in the name of her partner Gavin Williams' ex-girlfriend, sending abusive and threatening messages from them to herself and Mr Williams, in an attempt to frame the ex-girlfriend for harassment and malicious communications. The scheme began after Mr Williams started a relationship with Jones following his amicable split in June 2022. Messages were reported on March 5, 2023, leading to the victim's arrests on April 5 and May 15, 2023, causing her significant distress, job suspensions, and professional repercussions. Jones was arrested after her IP address was linked to the fake accounts. The victim was cleared on September 4, 2023.
Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. No previous convictions. Judge noted the seriousness of the consequences and the attempt to ruin the victim's life. Indefinite restraining order imposed.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Louis Roberts
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and criminal damage to property
November 18, 2023

Sentence: 16 months’ imprisonment suspended for 21 months, 200 hours unpaid work, 120 days alcohol abstinence, 26-session building choices programme, 15 days rehabilitation activity

Louis Roberts, 32, of Victoria Road, Prestatyn, repeatedly struck his partner Kara McMaster to the stomach with his knee and fist, grabbed her by the neck, punched her five times causing her to fall, and pushed his foot into her stomach causing her to fall again, after she joked about being pregnant during a discussion at her home at about 11pm on September 14. He threatened to 'kick that baby out of you'. Her nose was bleeding and she sustained substantial bruising across her back. He left to get drugs but returned just before 1am on September 15, apologised, claimed he was having a breakdown, then kicked a kitchen door. She contacted police and he left after she pleaded with him to do so.
Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and criminal damage to property. Judge Timothy Petts noted realistic prospect of rehabilitation and that the order has teeth. Two previous convictions for four offences. Has abstained from drugs and alcohol since remand on September 16.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk
Adam Owen
Possession of cocaine and ketamine with intent to supply
November 14, 2023

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment, suspended for 2 years

On June 29, 2022, Adam Owen, aged 19 at the time, was driving a Ford Focus van on the A55 in Colwyn Bay when stopped by police. A search revealed 123 grams of cocaine (street value £25-30,000) and 251 grams of ketamine (worth £6-12,000), along with cash. He was arrested and made no comment in interview. Two passengers were dealt with separately.
Pleaded guilty to possession of cocaine and ketamine with intent to supply. No previous convictions. Aged 19 at the time of the offence. Judge noted capability for rehabilitation, insight, and cutting ties with unsavoury people. Forfeiture of drugs, paraphernalia, and cash ordered.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Ricky Roberts
Possession of an offensive weapon in a public place
November 13, 2023

Sentence: 3 months imprisonment suspended for 1 year

On May 25, 2023, police were called to an incident involving Ricky Roberts at Erw Farm in Llanfachraeth. He was in possession of an axe while travelling to and from the farm and was arrested. During interview the following day, he admitted to having the axe.
Pleaded guilty. Has three previous convictions. Judge noted unusual circumstances and antagonism by complainant; no rehabilitation needed.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Shaun Davies
Perverting the course of public justice
October 23, 2023

Sentence: 8 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 200 hours unpaid work

Shaun Davies reversed and drove away from a two-vehicle collision at a junction on the A494 between Mold Road and Rhos Street in Ruthin on April 22, 2023. The crash was reported by the other driver and captured on dashcam, with Davies' vehicle identified via ANPR. An hour later, approximately 12 miles away at Ffordd y Bont in Pontybodkin near Mold, Davies' car was reported on fire at around 11pm, showing front-end damage consistent with the collision. Shortly after 11.35pm, Davies reported the car stolen to police. A radio frequency survey confirmed his presence at both the collision and arson scenes. He was arrested the next morning and gave no comment in interview. The sequence prevented investigation of the original collision.
Pleaded guilty. Must pay £717 in costs and surcharges. No offending for seven years prior. Remorse expressed due to mother's terminal diagnosis.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk
Callum Elson
Dangerous driving
October 23, 2023

Sentence: 19 months’ imprisonment, suspended for 19 months

On January 26, Callum Elson led police on a high-speed pursuit from Flintshire into Denbighshire after his erratic driving in a Porsche caught the attention of an officer in an unmarked car. The chase through Meliden at 5.39pm reached speeds of up to 90mph, including 70mph in a 20mph zone and driving the wrong way down a one-way street. Another driver took evasive action to avoid a crash. His car was later located at an address in Prestatyn.
Previously admitted charges of harassment, breaching a restraining order, and dangerous driving. Sentenced by Judge Nicola Jones for not complying with a restraining order banning contact with former partner.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk
Scott Williams
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and harassment
October 20, 2023

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment

Scott Williams attended his ex-partner's home on October 18, 2023, to help with painting, despite a restraining order prohibiting contact. Both consumed alcohol, and the victim took medication to sleep. While she was in and out of consciousness, Williams kissed her neck and gave her 'hickeys' causing bruising, without her full consent. He refused to leave when asked, leading to police involvement and his arrest. He claimed it was a prank that went wrong after joking about it.
Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and harassment; breach of restraining order. Activated 2 months of a breached suspended sentence to run consecutive.
Sources: leaderlive.co.uk
Sion Thomas
Indecent assault
October 19, 2023

Sentence: 14 years and 4 months imprisonment with an extended licence period of 2 years

Sion Thomas sexually abused two young girls over different periods. For the first victim in the 1990s, he kissed her intimately and instructed her not to disclose the assault; she was later dismissed as having 'dreamt' it. For the second victim, starting around 2021, he exposed his penis, offered to teach her about oral sex, touched her breasts, penetrated her with his fingers, and forced her to simulate sexual intercourse. He sent messages asking if she wanted to repeat the acts and told her to delete them. The abuse caused the victims severe trauma, including one attempting suicide, and ended when the second victim refused and reported it to the police.
Pleaded guilty to indecent assault, assaulting a child under 13 by penetration, causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity, and two counts of sexual assault on a child under 13. Had prior convictions for distribution of indecent images of children and breach of a sexual harm prevention order. Judge described the offences as a 'campaign of sexual abuse' and commended victims for coming forward.
Sources: walesonline.co.uk
Martin Kusnierik
Common assault and actual bodily harm
October 15, 2023

Sentence: 15 months imprisonment

In February 2023, Martin Kusnierik, 36, of Maenofferen Street, Blaenau Ffestiniog, assaulted his father Zdenko Kusnierik, who suffers from Alzheimer's, twice while helping to care for him at his sister's home in Blaenau Ffestiniog. The first incident involved wrestling with him on a bed, and the second saw him hit him several times to the chest. Kusnierik claimed he was practising a martial arts technique as 'therapy' to improve his father's condition, but this was rejected by the jury.
Convicted after trial. No previous convictions. Judge Timothy Petts commented there is 'absolutely no evidence' to support the defendant's claim of practising a martial arts technique as treatment for Alzheimer's. A five-year restraining order was also imposed.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Kimberley Evans
Assaulting an emergency worker
October 13, 2023

Sentence: 6 months imprisonment

On August 8, 2023, Kimberley Evans was arrested on suspicion of assault and taken to custody in Caernarfon. While in a cell, she placed a blanket over her face, prompting PC Beddall to enter and remove it. Evans threatened to hit the officer, used abusive language, and attempted to strike her. Later that day, at around 2.20pm, while being escorted to hospital due to unwellness and handcuffed for safety, Evans kicked PC Beddall in the right cheek after freeing her legs. She was further arrested for assaulting an emergency worker. Footage of the incident was played in court.
Pleaded guilty to assaulting an emergency worker. Already serving a community order for a previous offence. Has 18 previous convictions for 37 offences. Ordered to pay £187 in compensation to PC Beddall. Judge commented that her behaviour was disgraceful and unacceptable.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Evan Evans-Tomlinson
Possession with intent to supply a class A drug
October 6, 2023

Sentence: 1 year imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 20 days rehabilitation activity

Evan Evans-Tomlinson, aged 17 at the time, supplied MDMA to a 12-year-old girl in February 2023, leading to her hospitalisation. He was arrested at his home in Ael y Bryn, Bangor, where 27 MDMA tablets, a cannabis grinder, and scales were seized. MDMA is a class A synthetic stimulant drug that can cause hallucinations.
Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions. Described as polite and unassuming, battling drug addiction at the time, self-medicating after losing a friend in a crash. Judge warned it must be a turning point and reserved case to herself, threatening immediate prison for breach.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Richard Davies
Breach of criminal behaviour order
October 6, 2023

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

Richard Davies, 54, of Parciau Close, Colwyn Bay, breached a criminal behaviour order for the eighth time on September 9, 2023, by drunkenly threatening probation staff in Colwyn Bay. The order, made in November 2022, prohibited him from using threatening language or behaviour in public or to anyone in England and Wales. At 10am, he attended the probation offices, appeared drunk, was vocal and animated, and during a meeting with two staff members, threatened twice to 'bomb your car', leading to the meeting being terminated.
Admitted breaching a criminal behaviour order. This was the eighth breach since November 2022. Has 126 previous convictions for 226 offences. Alcohol addiction noted; attending counselling while on remand. Judge Timothy Petts stated the offence was so serious that only immediate prison was appropriate.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Sophie Robinson
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm
October 5, 2023

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

Sophie Robinson assaulted her then-girlfriend after drinking a bottle of vodka and accusing her of cheating. The attack involved punching the victim in the head and ribs, biting her on the upper right forearm, dragging her by the hair along the floor causing carpet burns, and pinning her against the wall. Neighbours intervened after hearing screams, but Robinson returned and punched the victim in the face again. The victim suffered cuts to her lips and legs, and a bite mark on her forearm. The incident took place in Wrexham.
Pleaded guilty to theft. Had a knife hidden in her bra and notified officers. Experienced domestic abuse previously and is now abstaining from drink and drugs. Judge noted it was a sustained and prolonged attack.
Sources: walesonline.co.uk
Jacqueline Mwila
Causing death by dangerous driving
October 1, 2023

Sentence: 7 years and 4 months imprisonment

Jacqueline Mwila, 52, of Mount Pleasant, Swansea, originally from Zambia, was driving at 69mph on a 60mph road on the A487 in Pwllheli, Gwynedd, on April 3, 2023. She crossed double white lines and hatched markings, failing to observe them despite ample opportunity, and only braked one second before the crash. This caused the death of 28-year-old Emma Morris and serious injuries to two others.
Admitted causing death by dangerous driving and two counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Appeal against sentence dismissed on October 16, 2024, by the Court of Appeal. Mitigating factors including a letter from Mwila and 14 character references considered but sentence upheld as not manifestly excessive.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Luis Onea
Theft from a shop
August 26, 2023

Sentence: 21 weeks imprisonment

On June 5, Luis Onea and Mircea Petrovici stole items from stores in Llandudno, Prestatyn, and Rhyl. They entered the Boots store in Llandudno, taking high-value creams worth £1,942.09 without paying. At TK Maxx in Llandudno, they removed tags from clothing and stole two DKNY suitcases worth £802. At Boots in Rhyl, they took Hycosan eye drops and skincare products worth £2,652. At Boots in Prestatyn, they stole items worth £1,352.62. A security guard reported them, leading to their arrest, and stolen goods worth £6,749 were recovered from them and a vehicle.
Pleaded guilty to four counts of theft from a shop. No relevant previous convictions. Behaviour was opportunistic. Suffered trauma following the death of his father and wishes to return to Romania.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk
Mircea Petrovici
Theft from a shop
August 26, 2023

Sentence: 26 weeks imprisonment

On June 5, Mircea Petrovici and Luis Onea stole items from stores in Llandudno, Prestatyn, and Rhyl. They entered the Boots store in Llandudno, taking high-value creams worth £1,942.09 without paying. At TK Maxx in Llandudno, they removed tags from clothing and stole two DKNY suitcases worth £802. At Boots in Rhyl, Petrovici selected items and concealed them, with the total from this shop worth £2,652. At Boots in Prestatyn, they stole items worth £1,352.62. A security guard reported them, leading to their arrest, and stolen goods worth £6,749 were recovered from them and a vehicle.
Pleaded guilty to four counts of theft from a shop. No relevant previous convictions. Behaviour was opportunistic. Has a young child in Romania and has had no visitors while in custody.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk
James Donohue
Supply of Cocaine and Crack Cocaine
August 6, 2023

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

James Donohue, 25, of Woolfall Crescent, Huyton, Liverpool, used a caravan at Lyons Robin Hood Holiday Park in Rhyl as a base to deal cocaine and crack cocaine as part of a County Lines operation known as 'Scouse Ali' from late May to June. Police executed a search warrant on June 30, finding him inside the caravan with another male and a large dog. Items seized included cash, mobile phones, an open bag of white powder, digital scales with drug remnants, cannabis, and a tick list. One phone had been used nearly 40,000 times for messages indicative of drug supply, and he attempted to flush incriminating evidence down the toilet.
Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and crack cocaine, and possession of cannabis. Breached a suspended sentence for assaulting his ex-partner in 2023. Has nine previous convictions for 22 offences, none for drug supply. Suffered adverse childhood experiences. Judge stated it must be a lengthy sentence of immediate custody.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk
Stuart O’Boyle
Failing to comply with sex offenders register notification requirements
July 25, 2023

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment

Stuart O’Boyle, 35, of Chapel Street, Caernarfon, failed to comply with his sex offenders register notification requirements by not informing his new partner about his conviction for sexual activity with a child and by using a fake name, Stuart Jones. He began the relationship in February 2023 and stayed at the woman’s home, which included a female child, constituting breaches of his requirements imposed after his August 2016 conviction. The woman discovered his true identity in May 2023 through a friend and contacted the police.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of failing to comply with sex offenders register notification requirements. Has 14 previous convictions and diagnoses of mental health difficulties, including psychosis. Judge Nicola Jones noted a deliberate failure to comply.
Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Brian Storey
Conspiracy to supply heroin
July 24, 2023

Sentence: 12 years and seven months imprisonment

Brian Storey played a leading role in an organised crime group that imported heroin on a commercial scale. The conspiracy involved setting up bogus email accounts and fake companies, with drugs imported from Spain and the Netherlands to UK residential addresses. Police intercepted 18kg of heroin worth up to £900,000, and Storey orchestrated events in the UK, including directing other members. He fled after officers visited his home in October 2021 and was detained in Chester in 2023.
Pleaded guilty to conspiring to evade prohibition on importation and conspiring to supply heroin. Had no relevant previous convictions, was described as a model prisoner, and the judge noted it was a complex, sophisticated operation on a commercial scale.
Sources: chesterstandard.co.uk
Harrison Lavin
Causing serious injury by careless driving
July 23, 2023

Sentence: 6-month community order, 40 hours unpaid work, and 12-month driving disqualification

Harrison Lavin, driving a Citroen, struck Marc Rostron on his motorcycle on Llandudno Road in Rhos-on-Sea on May 26, 2023, by performing an unsafe manoeuvre and failing to sufficiently check if the road was clear. This caused Mr. Rostron serious injuries, including open fractures to his right tibia and fibula, fractures to his ankle and foot, requiring multiple operations and a three-month hospital stay, with amputation considered at one point.
Pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by careless driving. Previous good character and inexperience were cited by his defence. The judge noted it was a one-off incident due to inexperience rather than irresponsibility.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Phillip Powell
Making a threat to kill
July 23, 2023

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

On June 5, Phillip Powell went to Sophie Hughes' home in Flintshire and attempted to break through her front door using a machete, smashing her porch window and shouting threats including 'Phone the police and you're dead.' This occurred around 11.40pm, leaving the victim extremely shaken and anxious. Police found him shortly after in Connah's Quay, where he was foaming at the mouth and behaving in a deranged manner. The incident was linked to a dispute involving a cannabis debt.
Pleaded guilty to making a threat to kill, possession of a machete, possession of a knife, and criminal damage. He had 35 previous convictions, and the incident was described as a revenge attack over a £100 cannabis debt. The judge noted he was deranged at the time, and a two-year restraining order was imposed along with a £187 victim surcharge. Mental health and drug addiction issues were mentioned as factors.
Sources: leaderlive.co.uk
Mohammed Anwar
Conspiracy to steal
July 18, 2023

Sentence: 5.5 years imprisonment for conspiring to steal, concurrent with 5 years for concealing criminal property

Mohammed Anwar was part of an organised crime group that stole fuel from various sites across the UK, including logistics companies and HGV depots, between October 2020 and April 2022. The gang used trucks, cloned number plates, and siphoned thousands of litres of fuel at night, causing financial losses and environmental damage, such as at the Iceland depot in Deeside where 13,181 litres were stolen, and other sites in Wrexham, Portsmouth, and Anglesey.
Convicted after a trial; involved in arranging the thefts and profited over £400,000; judge noted significant financial losses and risks to public safety.
Sources: leaderlive.co.uk
Khalid Mohammed
Conspiracy to steal
July 18, 2023

Sentence: 3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Khalid Mohammed was part of an organised crime group based in the Midlands that stole fuel from various UK sites, including logistics depots and HGV sites, between October 2020 and April 2022. The gang used multiple vehicles and cloned plates to steal thousands of litres of fuel, such as 36,000 litres from a site in Runcorn, and caused significant financial and environmental harm, including at the Iceland depot in Deeside.
Pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal; profited over £100,000 from the operation; expressed regret and apology for the offending; judge highlighted the risks and disruptions caused.
Sources: leaderlive.co.uk
Alimar Bibi
Concealing criminal property
July 18, 2023

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment, suspended for 2 years, with 250 hours of unpaid work, 25 days of Rehabilitation Activity Requirement, and a 6-month curfew from 7pm to 7am

Alimar Bibi was involved in an organised crime group that stole fuel from sites across the UK, including Anglesey, Flintshire, and Wrexham, between October 2020 and April 2022. The gang targeted locations storing large quantities of fuel, using vehicles to siphon thousands of litres, such as 55,551 litres from Certas Energy in Wrexham, and caused environmental damage, including spills at an Arriva bus depot.
Pleaded guilty to concealing or transferring criminal property; profited over £300,000, going from being overdrawn to having significant funds; expressed deep shame and cited loyalty based on cultural upbringing; spared jail due to being partner and mother of children of co-defendant Anwar.
Sources: leaderlive.co.uk
Dylan Roberts
Making an indecent photograph of a child
July 7, 2023

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment, suspended for 1.5 years

Dylan Roberts engaged in online conversations with an undercover police officer, leading to his arrest on January 19, 2023, at his home in Glan Morfa Caravan Park, Llandudno Junction. A forensic examination of his mobile phone revealed 514 indecent images of children, including 127 category A images (the most serious), 193 category B images and one video, and 223 category C images, depicting male and female children aged between one and 16 years old.
Found guilty after trial; has prior convictions but has stayed out of trouble; described as vulnerable due to autism spectrum disorder; judge ordered 30 days' rehabilitation activity, a sexual harm prevention order, sex offenders register notification for 10 years, and a deprivation order for seized devices.
Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk
Ben Marshall
Assault and Sexual Assault
July 3, 2023

Sentence: 8 years and 3 months imprisonment plus 4 years on licence

On March 23, Ben Marshall, while drinking at a pub in Towyn, made loud and unpleasant comments before pulling out clumps of a woman's hair, punching her at least 20 times, and sexually assaulting her with force despite her pleas to stop. The victim has since described herself as a 'broken woman', experiencing recurring nightmares, panic attacks, and a fear of being in her own home.
Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, intentional strangulation, and assault by penetration. Has 37 previous convictions. Judge described it as a prolonged and vicious assault, and labelled the sexual assault as particularly disgusting. He must serve two-thirds of his sentence before the Parole Board can consider release and adhere to sex offenders register notification requirements for life.
Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk

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