Cardiff Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 621 verdicts at Cardiff Crown Court (Cardiff). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

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Alfie Lee

Rape *

Sentence

extended custodial sentence totalling six years

Alfie Lee, 19, of Ebbw Vale, raped a 16-year-old girl as she slept after they had smoked cannabis together in 2023.

Found guilty after trial.

1 Jan 0001

Adam Paull

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

54 weeks’ imprisonment

Adam Paull, 27, of Tyn y Wen, Tonyrefail, arrived at Ashleigh Devine’s home in Cardiff on October 9, 2025, forced his way inside pushing past her friend Nigel Grant, aggressively threatened Grant, went to bedroom demanding £250 she owed him, struck Ms Devine and pushed her to the neck causing her to fall on bed and bite her tongue which bled, threatened to kill her and her dog unless money paid, she transferred funds via banking app and showed transaction before he left.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and assault by beating. Has 14 previous convictions including two offences of battery. Mental health had deteriorated. Restraining order lasting five years imposed by Judge Paul Hobson.

1 Jan 0001

Corey Baldwin

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine *

Sentence

two years and four months imprisonment

Corey Baldwin, of Twyn Gardens, Cefn Fforest, Blackwood, ran a cocaine supply operation in Blackwood between May 15, 2025 and August 10, 2025. Caught red-handed supplying customers outside the Moggridge Arms on High Street in Blackwood town centre at around 11.10pm on August 9, 2025. One buyer seen snorting cocaine nearby. Found with cocaine (street value £380-£640), £195 cash, small quantities of ecstasy and ketamine. Mobile phone analysis showed he coordinated drops to users and used others to sell on his behalf, with messages like 'I’ve sold those for you.'

Admitted being concerned in the supply of cocaine, possession with intent to supply cocaine, possession of ecstasy and possession of ketamine. Clean record, young age, employment, mental health and addiction issues considered in mitigation. Recorder Greg Bull KC noted persistent law breaking and misery caused by class A drugs to communities. Ordered to pay statutory victim surcharge. Will serve around 40 per cent in custody before release on licence.

1 Jan 0001

Connor Sainsbury

Drugs supply *

Sentence

more than three-and-a-half years in prison

Connor Sainsbury, 21, from Caerphilly, was arrested on 13 June as part of Operation Bergen, an initiative targeting organised crime groups in the Rhymney area. He was involved in the supply of controlled class B drugs cannabis and ketamine to dealers lower down the chain, benefitting from the sale of drugs and making substantial money. The operation involved arrests in Gwent and Manchester.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cannabis and ketamine, and possession of an offensive weapon. Played a leading role in the distribution and sale of ketamine and cannabis as part of a nationwide network of drug dealers leading back to Liverpool.

1 Jan 0001

Connor Wing

Possession of controlled drugs *

Sentence

two years and six months imprisonment

Connor Wing from Porthcawl was sentenced after officers found cocaine, ketamine, cannabis, cash and a kitchen knife during a vehicle stop.

From Porthcawl.

1 Jan 0001

Christopher Llewellyn

Burglary *

Sentence

30 months' imprisonment

Martin Conway, 36, and Christopher Llewellyn, 34, broke into a Canton property in the early hours of the morning while the 78-year-old victim slept. Llewellyn entered the victim’s bedroom and took the victim’s debit card before video footage showed him running to the end of the street and giving it to Conway. Conway then used the card at a nearby cashpoint and took £500 from the victim’s account. Both suspects changed clothes and shoes in an attempt to avoid detection. The pair can then be seen using the money for alcohol in a nearby garage before leaving in a taxi.

Charged with burglary and fraud by false representation. Given a 10-year restraining order against the victim.

1 Jan 0001

Christopher Norris

Breaching sexual harm prevention order *

Sentence

two years imprisonment

Christopher Norris, a 73-year-old man formerly of Cwmbran and now of Caestory Crescent, Raglan, Monmouthshire, breached an indefinite sexual harm prevention order imposed in 2019 by using a private browser on Safari on his iPhone on 13 separate occasions between March 20, 2025 and October 7, 2025. Using a private browser was expressly prohibited. The breaches were discovered during an arranged meeting in Pontypool with a police detective sergeant and a probation officer, after which Norris became irate and claimed ignorance of how to use the private browser.

Pleaded guilty to breaching sexual harm prevention order. Lengthy history of sexual offences including indecent assault of a girl under 14, gross indecency, and possessing, making and distributing indecent images of children. Prior suspended sentence for similar breach. Judge Recorder Greg Bull KC noted appalling record, disagreement with low risk assessment, and no prospect of rehabilitation.

1 Jan 0001

Lee Dickenson

Possession with intent to supply *

Sentence

2 years 4 months imprisonment

Crashed an off-road bike into a car in Barry and fled the scene, leaving behind a bag of crack cocaine.

Admitted possession with intent to supply, careless driving, and driving without a licence or insurance.

1 Jan 0001

Martin Conway

Burglary *

Sentence

30 months' imprisonment

Charged with burglary and fraud by false representation. Given a 10-year restraining order against the victim.

1 Jan 0001

Mark Owen

Breaching a sexual harm prevention order (SHPO) *

Sentence

27 months in prison

Mark Owen, 57, of Cinderhill Street, Monmouth, was released on 23 October 2025 after serving a full nine-and-a-half-year term for prior child sex offence. Days later, his offender manager found prohibited social media apps on his phone including Snapchat, TikTok, Telegram, Signal and Facebook, plus visits to dating websites such as Smooth.com. Phone seized and examined confirming regular use in the week post-release. Arrested for SHPO breach. In interview denied but suggested accidental TikTok access. Defence claimed second-hand phone from relative, previously shown to police on 27 and 31 October, no evidence of contact with under-18s, breach spanned four days.

Pleaded guilty to breaching a sexual harm prevention order (SHPO). Given one-quarter discount for guilty plea. Recorder Greg Bull KC noted deliberate breach with apps used multiple times. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Has eight prior convictions for 16 offences including child sexual assault.

1 Jan 0001

Joel Crump

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine *

Sentence

six years imprisonment

Joel Crump admitted dealing cocaine in the Ebbw Vale area over a seven-month period between August 4, 2024 and March 5, 2025.

Pleaded guilty. Of Cendl Terrace, Cwm, Ebbw Vale. Sentenced by Recorder Greg Bull KC.

1 Jan 0001

Jordan Howe

False imprisonment *

Sentence

six years imprisonment

Jordan Howe, 31, of Pontypridd, held his stepfather hostage through the night while armed police surrounded the property.

1 Jan 0001

Joshua Johnson

Conspiracy to supply cocaine and crack cocaine *

Sentence

2 years' imprisonment suspended for 2 years with rehabilitation activity requirement and 200 hours unpaid work

Joshua Johnson of Pine Close, Gurnos, Merthyr, was involved in Rhys Mew's drug supply operation handling cocaine and crack cocaine for a short period under Mew's direction with no financial gain, as evidenced by phone messages from August 2023 search.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and conspiracy to supply crack cocaine on basis of limited period involvement under direction of Rhys Mew with no financial advantage.

1 Jan 0001

Peter Norman Joel Crump

Supply of cocaine *

Sentence

six years in prison

Peter Norman Joel Crump was involved in supplying significant volumes of cocaine in Abertillery, with messages on a seized phone revealing he boasted about moving nine ounces per week, approximately one kilogram monthly, over eight months.

Admitted to being involved in the supply of cocaine. Police reviewed a phone seized during another investigation, uncovering messages boasting about moving nine ounces of cocaine per week, approximately one kilogram monthly, over eight months.

1 Jan 0001

Rhys Mew

Possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence *

Sentence

8 years and 3 months' imprisonment

On the night of 9 August 2025, Rhys Mew of Willow Road, Gurnos, Merthyr, fired a 9mm handgun during a chase of rival drug dealer Craig Harris on the Gurnos housing estate as part of an ongoing drugs feud. CCTV and video doorbell footage showed him with brother Jack Mew and Garyn Marshall-Palmer pursuing Harris down an alley in Magnolia Close. A spent cartridge was recovered; live ammunition found at family home; gun residue and cocaine deals in his bag. Facebook messages threatened Harris for robbing sales. Extensive phone evidence of supplying cocaine and crack cocaine, including £58,000 worth in deals. On bail at time for prior drug offences; arrested at Bristol Airport on 5 August 2024 returning from Turkey.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine, conspiracy to supply cocaine, being concerned in the supply of cocaine, being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine, possession of cocaine with intent to supply, possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, and possession of ammunition without a licence. Judge said he had little hesitation in taking the most extreme steps to defend his successful drug-dealing operation. Previous conviction for affray.

1 Jan 0001

Neil Owen

Inflicting grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Neil Owen, 47, of Mill Street, Pontypridd, was physically abusive towards his wife during their 15-year relationship, which ended in 2025 due to his infidelity. Prior incidents included throwing her to the floor and repeatedly kicking her bottom causing bruising, and kicking her leg and punching her arm causing bruising on Christmas Eve 2024. The final incident on September 2, 2025, after they split, occurred when Owen attended her home to collect belongings. They argued about his infidelity; she pushed him towards the door and told him to leave. He pushed her back, spat at her; she spat back, pushed him out, but he forced her backwards into the kitchen counter, causing her to hit her back and fall, fracturing her spine. A neighbour intervened. Owen called her a 'p***y' when she couldn't get up.

Pleaded guilty to inflicting grievous bodily harm and two counts of assault by beating. No previous convictions. On remand in custody since September 2025, equivalent to an 18-month sentence. Made subject to a restraining order for 10 years.

1 Jan 0001

Oguzhan Ozcan

Assault *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment

Oguzhan Ozcan, 41, engaged in a pattern of controlling behaviour and assaults against his long-term partner.

Judge commented that his fragile ego drove a pattern of controlling behaviour and assaults against his long-term partner.

1 Jan 0001

Stefan Ramsden

Controlling and coercive behaviour *

Sentence

10 years, comprising 5 years in prison plus 5 years extended licence period

Stefan Ramsden, 34, from Newport, subjected his partner to a 17-month campaign of violence, threats and psychological abuse during their three-year relationship. Incidents included dragging her across the room after her works Christmas party in December 2023, creating a makeshift blowtorch with Lynx deodorant and a lighter directed at her face, smashing up her flat, punching her, threatening to kill them both while driving on the M4 motorway, demeaning and humiliating her. From custody, he attempted witness intimidation via a letter to their dog. Prior 2020 conviction for violent assault on another partner.

Admitted engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour, threats to kill, and witness intimidation. Breached suspended sentence from 2023. Previous conviction for assault on former partner. Judge Paul Hobson described him as utterly obsessed with victim. Indefinite restraining order imposed.

1 Jan 0001

Thomas Harvey

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

32 months' imprisonment and 46-month driving ban

Thomas Harvey, 31, of no fixed address, engaged in multiple dangerous pursuits in Caerphilly: on June 8, 2025, drove a Vauxhall Insignia at over 50mph in a 20mph zone, swerving into oncoming traffic and running red lights; on February 16, 2026, drove a white Ford Transit van, ramming a police car causing injury to an officer; later took his mother’s Audi A3 without consent despite her refusal, rammed police van, drove on pavement, through stingers with deflated tyres, and was tracked by helicopter before being Tasered.

Admitted dangerous driving, driving while disqualified and without insurance, and taking his mother’s vehicle without consent. Had 36 previous offences including dangerous driving, violence and drugs. Judge condemned his behaviour as an 'absolute menace on the road' and his treatment of his mother.

1 Jan 0001

Tyrone Jugessur

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

40 months imprisonment

Tyrone Jugessur, 34, of Llanrumney, admitted dangerous driving, vehicle thefts, and handling stolen goods across Cardiff.

Admitted dangerous driving, vehicle thefts, and handling stolen goods across Cardiff.

1 Jan 0001

Zulfkar Ahmed

Stalking *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Zulfkar Ahmed, of Corporation Road, Grangetown, Cardiff, targeted a waitress at a cafe in Pontcanna over two and a half years, sending her thousands of text messages, buying gifts for her, and turning up at locations across Cardiff where she was present. Despite being told to stop, he continued and breached a stalking protection order by sending a further thousand messages. He also stalked a second woman working at a homeware shop in Cardiff, referring to her as 'the pretty blonde girl', leading to a warning from her employers.

Convicted at trial of two counts of stalking and one count of breaching a stalking prevention order. Judge noted paranoid personality rather than psychiatric disorder, no insight into offending and no remorse. Prior convictions for assault occasioning actual bodily harm (1992) and obstructing an enforcement officer (2012). Subject to 15-year restraining orders for both victims.

1 Jan 0001

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