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Caernarfon Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

March 2024 3 cases
Andrew Mckevitt
Harassment *
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.
12 Mar 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Ryan Williams
Attempted rape of a child *
Sentence
11 years imprisonment with 4-year extended licence
Ryan Williams, a 37-year-old man from Hendre, Corwen, attempted to rape a young girl in Wrexham. He stood trial at Caernarfon Crown Court in January 2024, where he was found guilty of the offence. The victim courageously reported the abuse to police, leading to his conviction.
Found guilty after trial; showed no remorse; 25-year sexual harm prevention order and lifetime notification requirements imposed; lifetime restraining order to protect victim.
6 Mar 2024
walesupdates.uk
Osian Rhys Williams
Supply of Class A and B Drugs *
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.
6 Mar 2024
cambrian-news.co.uk
February 2024 11 cases
Muneeb Habib
Aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm *
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.
27 Feb 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Mohammed Khan
Aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm *
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.
27 Feb 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Shan Ullah
Burglary with intent to steal *
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.
27 Feb 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Sina Soran
Burglary with intent to steal *
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.
27 Feb 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Craig Weir
Theft *
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.
20 Feb 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Sarah Jones
Theft *
Sentence
Fined £40
Sarah Jones stole milk, two bags of Maltesers and a jar of Nutella from the Londis store in Blaenau Ffestiniog on 28 November 2023.
Pleaded guilty to theft. Ordered to pay £8 in compensation.
19 Feb 2024
cambrian-news.co.uk
Bradley Khorasani
Assault on emergency workers *
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.
7 Feb 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Steven Thirling
Assault *
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.
6 Feb 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Carl Thomas
Wounding *
Sentence
14 months imprisonment
Carl Thomas, from Maesgeirchen in Bangor, drunkenly punched his girlfriend, knocking her out and breaking her eye socket, leaving a visible dent to her left cheek requiring the bone to be popped back into place. After release from prison, he continued to control and terrorise her by searching her belongings, calling her workplace, and attempting to assault her again when intoxicated at her home.
Admitted wounding. One month activated from an earlier suspended sentence. Pleaded guilty to assault and controlling behaviour in second case, jailed for one year and placed under a six-year restraining order.
1 Feb 2024
walesonline.co.uk
Shane Mcginn
Conspiracy to supply cocaine and class B substances *
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.
1 Feb 2024
chesterstandard.co.uk
Lee Taylor
Conspiracy to supply drugs *
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.
1 Feb 2024
chesterstandard.co.uk
January 2024 5 cases
Bradley Roberts
Assault *
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.
30 Jan 2024
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Ricky James Pritchard
Possession with intent to supply Class A and B drugs *
Sentence
1 year and 4 months imprisonment
On 27 December 2023, police pulled over a vehicle driven by Ricky James Pritchard, 31, from Maes Llwyn in Amlwch, near Amlwch Industrial Estate. A search of his car revealed significant quantities of cocaine and cannabis resin. Further search of a storage container belonging to Pritchard uncovered additional cocaine, several pills, a large sum of cash, and items associated with drug dealing. The total street value of the seized drugs was approximately £13,600.
Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class A and B drugs, as well as acquiring criminal property.
23 Jan 2024
walesupdates.uk
Kerry Greenwood
Drug driving *
Sentence
14 months driving ban, £120 fine
Kerry Greenwood was stopped by police while driving on the A470 at Llan Ffestiniog on 22 February 2023. Roadside swipes and laboratory testing showed that Greenwood’s blood contained cocaine exceeding the specified limit.
Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Must pay £85 costs to CPS and £48 victim surcharge.
15 Jan 2024
cambrian-news.co.uk
Dillon Eastaway
Supply of Class A drugs *
Sentence
2 years and 8 months imprisonment
On 25 June 2025, Dillon Eastaway, a 30-year-old from Duke Street in Liverpool, caused a two-vehicle collision on Nant-y-Glyn Road in Colwyn Bay while believed to be under the influence of cannabis. He fled the scene in a silver Vauxhall Corsa with a female passenger, leading to a police chase. Investigations linked him to a major county lines drug supply network involving heroin and cocaine. Police searches uncovered substantial cash and bank cards hidden in a black CD player, and provisional driving licences in his name. He was arrested on suspicion of motoring offences, drug supply, and money laundering.
Convicted of being concerned in the supply of Class A substances. Involved in a county lines drug operation supplying heroin and cocaine.
14 Jan 2024
walesupdates.uk
John Matthew Jones
Breaching a restraining order *
Sentence
18 weeks imprisonment
John Matthew Jones, of Llanberis, received a restraining order on January 2nd following charges of assault and controlling and coercive behaviour. Shortly before midnight on the same day, he breached the order by contacting the victims and making threats over the phone. He appeared in court the following day and was sentenced.
District Support Sergeant Andy Davies commended the victim for their bravery and stated that individuals who breach court orders will be dealt with firmly.
4 Jan 2024
carmarthenshirenewsonline.com
November 2023 5 cases
Shannon Tristan Evans
Assault and Intentional Strangulation *
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.
30 Nov 2023
cambrian-news.co.uk
Rebecca Jones
Perverting the course of justice *
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.
20 Nov 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Louis Roberts
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and criminal damage to property *
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.
18 Nov 2023
rhyljournal.co.uk
Adam Owen
Possession of cocaine and ketamine with intent to supply *
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.
14 Nov 2023
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Ricky Roberts
Possession of an offensive weapon in a public place *
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.
13 Nov 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
October 2023 10 cases
Shaun Davies
Perverting the course of public justice *
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.
23 Oct 2023
rhyljournal.co.uk
Callum Elson
Dangerous driving *
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.
23 Oct 2023
rhyljournal.co.uk
Scott Williams
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and harassment *
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.
20 Oct 2023
leaderlive.co.uk
Sion Thomas
Indecent assault *
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.
19 Oct 2023
walesonline.co.uk
Martin Kusnierik
Common assault and actual bodily harm *
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.
15 Oct 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Kimberley Evans
Assaulting an emergency worker *
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.
13 Oct 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Richard Davies
Breach of criminal behaviour order *
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.
6 Oct 2023
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Evan Evans-Tomlinson
Possession with intent to supply a class A drug *
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.
6 Oct 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Sophie Robinson
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *
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.
5 Oct 2023
walesonline.co.uk
Jacqueline Mwila
Causing death by dangerous driving *
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.
1 Oct 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
August 2023 3 cases
Mircea Petrovici
Theft from a shop *
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.
26 Aug 2023
rhyljournal.co.uk
Luis Onea
Theft from a shop *
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.
26 Aug 2023
rhyljournal.co.uk
James Donohue
Supply of Cocaine and Crack Cocaine *
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.
6 Aug 2023
rhyljournal.co.uk
July 2023 9 cases
Stuart O’Boyle
Failing to comply with sex offenders register notification requirements *
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.
25 Jul 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
Brian Storey
Conspiracy to supply heroin *
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.
24 Jul 2023
chesterstandard.co.uk
Harrison Lavin
Causing serious injury by careless driving *
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.
23 Jul 2023
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Phillip Powell
Making a threat to kill *
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.
23 Jul 2023
leaderlive.co.uk
Mohammed Anwar
Conspiracy to steal *
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.
18 Jul 2023
leaderlive.co.uk
Khalid Mohammed
Conspiracy to steal *
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.
18 Jul 2023
leaderlive.co.uk
Alimar Bibi
Concealing criminal property *
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.
18 Jul 2023
leaderlive.co.uk
Dylan Roberts
Making an indecent photograph of a child *
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.
7 Jul 2023
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Ben Marshall
Assault and Sexual Assault *
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.
3 Jul 2023
rhyljournal.co.uk
June 2023 3 cases
Andrew Martin
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *
Sentence
two-and-a-half years imprisonment
On the evening of January 13, Andrew Martin, while intoxicated, argued with his ex-partner Natalie Hughes at her flat in Colwyn Bay, accusing her of infidelity. He lunged at her while she was on her bed, strangling her with both hands to the point she could not breathe, and punched her repeatedly to the head and face, leaving her bloodied. When she threatened to call the police, he smashed a vase over his own head and falsely accused her of the assault, leading to her being taken to A&E for a deep wound to her lip and bruising to her head, face, and neck.
Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Had 17 previous convictions for 29 offences and struggles with severe mental health issues. Judge Timothy Petts noted the incident stemmed from a jealous argument and had a significant effect on the victim's confidence, warranting an immediate custodial sentence.
17 Jun 2023
northwalespioneer.co.uk
Huw Meredydd Groom
Arranging or facilitating child sexual activity *
Sentence
2 years imprisonment
In 2023, Huw Meredydd Groom, a social care worker at Aran Hall School in Rhydymain, engaged in sexually explicit online discussions with three undercover police officers posing as mothers of teenage girls. He discussed teaching their teenagers how to commit sexual acts. None of the offences involved pupils at the school. He was arrested and sentenced accordingly.
Made the subject of a sexual offences prevention order and a sexual harm prevention order for 10 years. Pleaded guilty to three counts of arranging/facilitating the commission of an offence of sexual activity with a child/inciting a child to engage in sexual activity penetration. Permanently struck off the social care register by Social Care Wales.
17 Jun 2023
cambrian-news.co.uk
Callum Jones
Making threats to kill *
Sentence
14 months imprisonment suspended for 1.5 years, 200 hours unpaid work, 25 days rehabilitation activity
Callum Jones threatened to slit the throat of his retired neighbour, Clifford Nicholls, while carrying a knife during a conversation about a bicycle repair in Holyhead. He later returned and threatened to bring friends to kill him. Additionally, Jones possessed an imitation firearm (a BB gun resembling a Glock 17 pistol) and threatened to use it against the partner of a woman he met online, with whom he had consensual sex in a public toilet's baby changing room. These events occurred in November, while he was on bail for the earlier threat.
Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions. Has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and traits of autism. Judge ordered rehabilitation to avoid imprisonment, including a three-month tagging requirement and restraining orders.
5 Jun 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk
May 2023 1 case
Paula Clutton
Theft and Criminal Damage *
Sentence
1 year imprisonment
On April 17, 2023, Paula Clutton breached her Criminal Behaviour Order by engaging in threatening behaviour outside a solicitors' office in Benllech, where she shouted, kicked, and punched the office doors, causing criminal damage. She then entered Rowlands Pharmacy and stole four bottles of perfume worth £83.97 while heavily intoxicated. This incident followed a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order issued on January 6, 2023, prohibiting such behaviour.
Pleaded guilty to theft from a shop, criminal damage to property, and breach of a criminal behaviour order. Has 36 previous convictions and struggles with alcoholism. Expressed remorse and a desire to change, with plans to move back to Liverpool for stability.
16 May 2023
northwaleschronicle.co.uk

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