Caernarfon Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

November 2023 4 cases

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

August 2023 3 cases

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

April 2023 3 cases

Darren Jones

Theft *

Sentence

28 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, plus 120 hours unpaid work, mental health treatment requirement, and 20 rehabilitation activity sessions

Darren Jones stole £7,808.58 from his friend Hannah Parry between January 2 and May 14, 2023, by misusing her bank card. He exploited her trust after the death of her friend in January 2023, frequently visiting her under the guise of helping, including collecting her shopping. Ms Parry, a single mother of three children with additional learning needs, discovered the theft when her card was declined at Asda in Llangefni in May 2023, leaving her struggling financially and unable to trust others.

Initially denied the charge but later pleaded guilty. Described as 'greedy and callous' by the judge. Has one previous conviction and is genuinely remorseful. No re-offending since, and now a father.

15 Apr 2023

Jesse Crofts

Supply of Cocaine *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Jesse Crofts was arrested at a Travelodge hotel in Holyhead on December 16, 2022, after police found him in possession of a small amount of cannabis and drug paraphernalia in his rucksack. Analysis of his mobile phone revealed messages indicating he was acting as a street dealer of cocaine on a limited basis, with most messages relating to the supply of cannabis. He was introduced to cannabis by his father at around age 13 and has a history of use, though he has reportedly reduced his intake and works in a cleaning business while supporting his grandmother and pregnant partner.

Pleaded guilty to cannabis possession and being concerned in the supply of cocaine. Has six previous convictions. Judge Timothy Petts noted his history of poor compliance with court orders and suggested that his involvement in drugs stemmed from debts related to cannabis use.

8 Apr 2023

Anthony Cowperthwaite

Cannabis possession with intent to supply *

Sentence

7 months imprisonment, suspended for 1 year

On October 25, 2022, police attended Anthony Cowperthwaite’s home in Holyhead regarding a separate matter and discovered 869 grams of cannabis in his bedroom, including 30 wraps, one separate deal weighing 801 grams, scales, and additional bags, with a total street value of £8,690. He shared the property with a friend and the drugs were found in his personal space.

Pleaded guilty to cannabis possession with intent to supply. Has six previous convictions for 10 offences. Diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2023 and has reduced cannabis use. Judge deemed him capable of rehabilitation and ordered six months of drug rehabilitation requirements and 20 days of rehabilitation activity.

1 Apr 2023

January 2023 1 case

Gwenno Ephraim

Assault *

Sentence

44 weeks imprisonment

Gwenno Ephraim pleaded guilty to six charges, including the assault of a healthcare worker at the Hergest mental health unit in Ysbyty Gwynedd. This occurred following a difficult transition to college, the pandemic, and a traumatic family event that impacted her mental health, leading to her first involvement in the criminal justice system.

Pleaded guilty. Served three months at HMP Styal before release. Multiple subsequent recalls to prison for breaching licence conditions.

1 Jan 2023

November 2022 1 case

Declan Roberts

Causing unnecessary suffering to animals under the Animal Welfare Act *

Sentence

18 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months

On 9 March 2022, 11 dogs were removed from properties at Glyn Afon, Carmel, Caernarfon and Braich Tri Gwr Mawr, Carmel following warrants executed by North Wales Police. The dogs had severe injuries including degloving to the lower jaw, scarring, broken teeth, and breathing difficulties, likely caused by fighting with other animals such as badgers. Roberts failed to provide professional veterinary treatment for these injuries.

Pleaded guilty to four offences under the Animal Welfare Act. Disqualified from keeping dogs for five years. Ordered to pay £600 costs and £128 victim surcharge.

22 Nov 2022

December 2021 1 case

Thomas Baker

Wounding with intent *

Sentence

40 months in a Young Offenders Institution

On the afternoon of Monday, 18 August, outside Caffi Seren on Bethesda High Street, Thomas Baker deliberately drove his white Audi A3 into a 37-year-old male victim at speed after a physical altercation involving the victim, his friend, Baker, and another male. CCTV footage showed the car turning around, accelerating towards the victim, mounting the kerb, and striking him from behind. The force of the impact threw the victim up in the air, leaving him unconscious on the pavement with significant head wounds and other injuries. Police and ambulance crews responded to 999 calls, and the victim was conveyed to hospital. Baker fled the scene but was detected, arrested on 19 August, and charged with multiple offences.

Pleaded guilty to multiple offences at Mold Crown Court last month. The judge handed down a custodial sentence, sending a clear message that such behaviour will not be tolerated.

10 Dec 2021

October 2020 1 case

Garmon Thomas

Racial harassment *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, plus 35 sessions of an accredited programme and 20 days rehabilitation

Garmon Thomas, a 52-year-old homeless man, confronted Eric Ledru and his friends in Llandudno on February 1 after they parked near where he was sleeping. He racially abused Mr Ledru, telling him to 'f*** off' and 'go back to your own country', then pulled out a 3cm Stanley knife, threatened to slash their car tyres, and attempted to stab the tyre before they drove away. Thomas was arrested, and the incident was part of his ongoing issues related to homelessness and drug addiction.

Defence urged against custodial sentence due to obtaining a stable address after 19 years of homelessness and overcoming a 20-year drug habit. Judge commended efforts to turn life around and addressed attitudes towards different races.

23 Oct 2020

March 2019 1 case

Gwyn Meiron Roberts

Fraud *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Gwyn Meiron Roberts, owner of Bangor-based Menai Vehicles Solutions, operated a fraudulent vehicle-sourcing business across North Wales from 2014 to 2015. He targeted local residents, including elderly victims, by offering to sell their vehicles or source replacements. Many handed over cars and substantial sums of money, only to receive nothing in return. Some victims lost both their vehicles and thousands of pounds in cash. He defrauded 33 victims, making more than £750,000. Following an investigation by North Wales Police, he was charged in 2017 and convicted after trial.

Convicted after trial on 25 fraud-related offences. Initially ordered to pay back £1 due to no available assets; later, under POCA, £100,000 recovered from pension fund for victim compensation.

5 Mar 2019

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Caernarfon Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Rebecca Jones

Louis Roberts

Adam Owen

Ricky Roberts

Shaun Davies

Callum Elson

Scott Williams

Sion Thomas

Martin Kusnierik

Kimberley Evans

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