Cardiff Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 769 verdicts at Cardiff Crown Court (Cardiff). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

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Gareth Mitchell

Sexual assault by penetration *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Gareth Mitchell, a 41-year-old man from Cwmbran, Torfaen, sexually assaulted a girl over the age of 16 by penetration. The victim disclosed the assault to a counsellor, leading to police involvement. When confronted, Mitchell admitted the offence, stating 'I did it,' and later attempted suicide. He provided a prepared statement fully admitting the offences and apologising. The victim described severe deterioration in her mental health, self-harming weekly. The assault occurred after the victim had achieved stability following earlier struggles. Mitchell had no previous convictions.

Pleaded guilty to sexual assault by penetration of a girl over 16. Victim suffered severe mental health deterioration. Mitchell expressed remorse and had previous good character. Judge Recorder Greg Bull KC noted profound effect on victim. Sexual harm prevention order and indefinite sex offender notification requirements imposed.

1 Jan 0001

Garyn Marshall-Palmer

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

Sentence

2 years and 9 months' detention in a young offender institution

On the night of 9 August 2025, Garyn Marshall-Palmer of Willow Road, Gurnos, Merthyr, participated with Rhys Mew and Jack Mew in chasing rival drug dealer Craig Harris on the Gurnos housing estate before Rhys fired a 9mm handgun amid an ongoing drugs feud.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. Four previous convictions for 10 offences including inflicting grievous bodily harm, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, assaulting an emergency worker, and affray.

1 Jan 0001

Fuad Haddad

Sexual assault *

Sentence

2 years 8 months imprisonment

In the early hours of April 11, 2023, Fuad Haddad, a 31-year-old Deliveroo driver from Adamsdown, Cardiff, unlawfully entered a woman's home after she had cancelled a food order. Finding the front door open, he went upstairs to the bedroom where the woman was asleep, climbed into her bed, and attempted to kiss her twice while touching her hip and pressing his body against hers. The victim's boyfriend was unconscious in the kitchen from intoxication. She woke, demanded Haddad leave, and forcibly removed him after he refused. The assault was captured on CCTV, and Haddad was arrested on April 13, 2023.

Pleaded guilty to sexual assault and trespassing with intent to commit a sexual offence. Placed on the sex offenders' register indefinitely. The judge described the offence as profoundly impactful on the victim. The defendant had prior convictions for drug offences and battery.

1 Jan 0001

Declan Carr

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Declan Carr, 27, was part of an organised crime network operating across south-east Wales supplying cocaine in Newport, Cwmbran and Pontypool using dedicated phone lines to send bulk text messages. Gwent Police executed drugs warrants at four addresses in the Bettws area of Newport in 2024 following intelligence from a seized mobile phone. Carr was detained in July 2024. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Confiscation order of £1,425 to be paid within three months or additional 1 month imprisonment.

1 Jan 0001

Dean Edwards

Rape *

Sentence

eight years imprisonment with an extended licence period of four years

Dean Edwards, 48, raped a woman at her home in Cardiff while under the influence of alcohol and drugs. He attended the victim’s home, forcibly entered after she refused, pinned her arms, removed her underwear and raped her despite her saying “no” and “stop”. The attack occurred nearly 20 years before sentencing. The victim reported it in 2023 after learning Edwards had been imprisoned for a later rape. He was arrested at HMP Parc.

Convicted following a trial. Has 22 previous convictions including rape. Made subject to indefinite sex offender notification requirements and restraining order. Maintains innocence.

1 Jan 0001

Donald Gordon

Sexual assault of a child under the age of 13 *

Sentence

five years' imprisonment, comprising three years in custody and two years on extended licence

Donald Gordon, of High Street, Blaina, committed five counts of sexual assault of a child under the age of 13. The offences took place in Cwmbran between 2011 and 2016.

Found guilty by a jury of five counts of sexual assault of a child under the age of 13 following a trial. Denied all charges. Ordered to register as a sex offender for five years and made subject of a sexual harm prevention order until 2027.

1 Jan 0001

Dylan Glyndwr Price

Inciting and engaging in sexual activity with children *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Dylan Glyndwr Price, a 46-year-old factory worker from Pontypridd, was convicted of seven child sex offences including inciting and engaging in sexual activity with children. The offences occurred almost a decade prior to the trial. Despite positive character references from colleagues and relatives, the jury found him guilty after victims gave harrowing testimony. He was sentenced to four years in prison at Cardiff Crown Court in August 2014.

Pleaded not guilty but convicted by jury. Cleared of six further counts. Also received indefinite Sex Offenders' Register notification and a Sexual Offences Prevention Order.

1 Jan 0001

Danny Lewis

Burglary *

Sentence

39 months imprisonment

On February 23, Danny Lewis broke into a home in Newport. After one occupant left at 6.30am, Lewis entered around 7.15am. When confronted by the homeowner while attempting to steal the wife’s BMW, Lewis struck the victim with a clenched fist, knocking him to the ground. Lewis fled with the car and house keys but was later arrested. He has more than 20 previous convictions.

Pleaded guilty to burglary, assault by beating, and vehicle interference. Over 20 previous convictions including seven for burglary. Victim impact statement noted lasting anxiety and financial loss of nearly £500.

1 Jan 0001

Daryl Bees

Supply of class A drugs *

Sentence

40 months in prison

Daryl Bees, 33, of Kenry Street, Tonypandy, was stopped by police in Tonypandy on February 22 and found carrying 180g of cocaine with a street value exceeding £20,000. Examination of his seized mobile phone revealed messages showing he had been actively involved in supplying cocaine from November 29, 2025.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply a class A drug and being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. In mitigation, suffered from addiction to class A drugs. Recorder Greg Bull KC noted the offences as extremely serious, with the supply offence more serious, and that Bees played a significant role supplying drugs in the Rhondda Valley.

1 Jan 0001

Darren Sewell

Breaching order banning contact with children *

Sentence

three-year sex offender's treatment programme, 24-month supervision order, 300 hours unpaid work and a six-month curfew on electronic tag

Sewell breached the order banning him from contact with children by spending three years teaching gymnastics and dance to children as young as nine in Cardiff.

Was performing as a drag queen at Cardiff nightclub Minsky's at the time. None of the gymnastics clubs knew of his previous conviction.

1 Jan 0001

David Hall

Fraud by abuse of position *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment suspended for two years and 200 hours community service

David Hall, director of Debts Reduced Limited, Linked Finance Limited and a firm in his own name, charged customers £10 per month for an additional 'Cover Plan' product without any contractual basis or documentation informing customers. The firms ceased new business in May 2014 and all monies were returned to customers. Hall was sentenced following an investigation by South Wales Police and FCA cooperation.

Pleaded guilty to fraud by abuse of position. Case brought by South Wales Police with FCA assistance. Consumers fully refunded.

1 Jan 0001

David James

Arson *

Sentence

12 months’ imprisonment with a consecutive 6-month activated suspended sentence, total 18 months

Set fire to a bin at the rear of Newport Market during the early hours of Thursday, March 27, 2025. Captured on CCTV carrying out the act; identified by a police officer from the footage. Arrested three days later still wearing the same distinctive coat. Fire caused £900 damage to windows, with £200 additional boarding-up costs.

Found guilty of arson by a jury following a trial. Offence committed while subject to a suspended prison sentence for similar crimes. Defence cited tragic loss of daughter, marriage breakdown and homelessness. Judge Shomon Khan commented: 'It has to be a prison sentence. Why you did it, nobody understands – it makes no sense – although it was a deliberate act. The jury didn’t hesitate in convicting you. You were entirely reckless as to whether damage would be caused to property.'

1 Jan 0001

David Turner

Rape and causing grievous bodily harm with intent *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

David Turner, 41, from Cardiff, broke into victim's home through a window, lay in wait until she returned, hit her fracturing her cheekbone, strangled her, raped her while under the influence of cocaine and alcohol, causing pain, humiliation, facial injuries, numbness, and lifelong psychological trauma including anxiety, nightmares, and suicidal thoughts.

Convicted after trial of rape and causing grievous bodily harm with intent. Refused to leave cell for sentencing. Defence maintained sex was consensual. Judge David Wynn Morgan noted defendant had no grasp on seriousness of behaviour and seriously damaged victim's ability to trust. Subject to restraining order.

1 Jan 0001

Daniel Bateman

Sexual assault *

Sentence

19 months imprisonment

Daniel Bateman sexually assaulted a 14-year-old girl on two counts dating back to April 2019 at Coed Pwll, Caerphilly, Wales. Bateman claimed he had been 'smashed' and had no recollection, but this was disputed by the judge. The assault had a considerable impact on the victim, who was prescribed medication and considered taking her own life.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual assault. Subject to a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and a 10-year restraining order. Judge noted Bateman continued to play down the offence and there was no reasonable prospect for rehabilitation.

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

Corey Morgan

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment

On July 12, 2025, Corey Morgan deliberately rammed a car four times while a pregnant woman and her baby son were inside. The victim had taken her young son out in her car to help him sleep when she met a friend who had been arguing with Morgan, her then-partner. They drove to Morgan's address to collect belongings, where a confrontation led to Morgan threatening to ram them. Morgan, who had consumed cocaine, cannabis, and alcohol, pursued the women in his Vauxhall Corsa through Ebbw Vale, writing off a stationary Vauxhall Astra. The victims briefly escaped but Morgan located them and rammed their Kia Rio three times. He then pulled alongside and struck them a fourth time before losing control and crashing into a tree at Cwm Draw Industrial Estate, overturning his car. The crash left Morgan with a fractured skull, broken neck, and brain bleed. He lied to police about driving. Morgan pleaded guilty to dangerous driving.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving. Also disqualified from driving and must pass an extended test before regaining licence. Recorder Greg Bull KC said: 'You have nobody to blame but yourself. You were lucky you weren’t killed and lucky that other people weren’t killed. This was deliberate driving of a disgraceful nature.' Morgan had taken cocaine, smoked cannabis, and been drinking before the pursuit. He had no previous convictions.

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

Amit Sethi

Human trafficking, sexual communication with a child, causing a child to engage in sexual activity *

Sentence

14 years imprisonment

In 2021, South Wales Police investigated the disappearance of a 15-year-old girl from Germany, who was traced to an address in Treforest where 43-year-old Amit Sethi lived. Sethi had initiated an online relationship with the vulnerable minor, exploiting her weaknesses to convince her they shared a genuine romantic connection. He arranged and funded her travel to the UK. Upon arrival, the girl was located at his residence, leading to his arrest. He was charged with human trafficking, sexual communication with a child, and causing a child to engage in sexual activity. Initially denying the allegations, Sethi later pleaded guilty to the sexual communication offence. The victim was safeguarded and repatriated to Germany. At sentencing, the judge described him as an 'unrepentant sex offender' who 'showed no genuine remorse or insight' into his actions.

Pleaded guilty to sexual communication with a child. Initially denied other charges. Described as 'unrepentant sex offender' who showed no genuine remorse or insight. Ordered to register as a sex offender for life and received an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

1 Jan 0001

Aiden Jones

Intentional strangulation *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

Aiden Jones, of Maes Y Graig Street, Gilfach, Caerphilly, intentionally strangled his former partner and engaged in controlling and coercive behaviour against the same victim. Both offences were committed during 2023.

Found guilty by jury of intentional strangulation after denying the charge; admitted separate charge of engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour. Sentenced by Judge Eugene Egan. Five-year restraining order imposed. Ordered to pay victim surcharge upon release.

1 Jan 0001

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

Alfie Phillips

Being concerned in the supply of heroin, cocaine and crack cocaine *

Sentence

5 years and 219 days imprisonment

Alfie Phillips was involved in the supply of heroin, cocaine, and crack cocaine in Newport between 21 November 2025 and 21 April 2026. Gwent Police recovered a damaged iPhone, a burner phone, another mobile, a counterfeit £20 note, and a crossbow with arrows during their investigation. He had previously been convicted of drug supply in 2017 and 2022, receiving prison sentences each time. He was also charged with assaulting a police officer but that count remained on file.

Pleaded guilty. Two previous drug supply convictions in 2017 and 2022. A charge of assaulting a police officer was left on file.

1 Jan 0001

Alex Thomas

Criminal damage, making threats to kill and strangulation *

Sentence

27 months in prison

Alex Thomas punched his fists through the kitchen window of his former partner's house, threatened to murder her, forced his way inside, pushed her into a radiator and strangled her by grabbing her around the neck and applying pressure for four or five seconds. The incident occurred in the early hours after he had been released from prison earlier in January and following an encounter at Merthyr's Celtic bar. He was arrested on January 18.

Pleaded guilty to criminal damage, making threats to kill and strangulation. Five previous convictions for 10 offences including assault by beating, inflicting grievous bodily harm, criminal damage and breaching a restraining order. One-quarter discount for guilty pleas. Pre-sentence report concluded he poses a serious risk to women.

1 Jan 0001

Aleksander Lala

Conspiracy to supply cocaine and crack cocaine *

Sentence

nine years and four months

Aleksander Lala, 30, of Oxford, was part of an organised crime group involved in a large-scale drug supply network stretching across south Wales and the south-west of England. The operation involved cocaine, crack cocaine, MDMA, methamphetamine, and ketamine with a street value of more than £3.5m. He served as a courier, transporting drugs to the group's extensive customer base.

All five pleaded guilty at their sentencing hearing on Monday. Aleksander Lala admitted conspiracy to supply cocaine and crack cocaine.

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

Adam Challenger

Supply of class A drug *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Adam Challenger was arrested in February after counter terrorism officers raided his home in Glyndwr Road, Rassau, Ebbw Vale. Police recovered 123g of cocaine (street value £19,000-£24,000), £72,155 in cash, a crossbow, axes, knuckledusters and throwing knives. He admitted the offences and has prior convictions including for violence and possession of offensive weapons.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of a class A drug and possession of criminal property. Has 22 previous convictions for 46 offences. Recorder Greg Bull KC noted the seriousness of dealing in class A drugs.

1 Jan 0001

Aaron Hughes

Rape *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 12 years

Aaron Hughes, from Roath, Cardiff, drugged and raped a three-year-old boy twice, filming the attacks on his mobile phone to watch repeatedly on his computer. The rapes occurred in babysitter Claire Semmens's bedroom. He had a previous conviction for raping a six-year-old boy and was under a court order breached by downloading child pornography. Police discovered the videos during a routine computer check.

Admitted two charges of rape, possessing indecent images and breaching the terms of his sex offenders prevention order. On licence for life, barred from ever working with children and must sign on the sex offenders register for life. Prior conviction for raping a six-year-old boy. Claimed multiple personality disorder.

1 Jan 0001

Ashley Scott

Conspiracy to supply cocaine and crack cocaine *

Sentence

2 years' imprisonment suspended for 2 years with rehabilitation activity requirement and 150 hours unpaid work

Ashley Scott of Fir Tree Close, Gurnos, Merthyr, was found in a garden shed during August 2023 police search of property linked to Rhys Mew's drug operation, alongside bicarbonate of soda and empty snap-seal bags. House contained cash, burner phones, weighing scales. Phones showed messages relating to supply of cocaine and crack cocaine under Rhys Mew's direction.

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

Avril Griffiths

Rape *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment

Avril Griffiths and her husband Peter groomed and raped teenage girls from 1978 to 1993. The offences included a depraved sex party on a boat. The victims were three teenage girls, and the abuse spanned multiple settings. The case was described as institutional failure in addressing long-term abuse. Sentencing took place at Cardiff Crown Court in October 2018.

Convicted of five counts of rape, two of taking indecent photographs of a child, and two of indecent assault. Judge Jeremy Jenkins noted the 'devastating impact' on survivors. The case was likened to Fred and Rosemary West.

1 Jan 0001

Brian Mccann

Burglary *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Brian McCann, 41, of Tremgarth, Wildmill, and an accomplice broke into a car parked in a street in Bridgend, stole an envelope containing house keys, used them to enter a nearby family home, stole several items including Mercedes car keys, BMW keys, house keys, and the victim's son's school bag with Apple AirPods. They stole and drove away the Mercedes, which was later dumped nearby. The burglary occurred around 3.45am; victims discovered the intrusion upon returning home, finding the front door open and items thrown into the garden. Police tracked AirPods to Coity Road, leading to McCann's identification via CCTV and arrest.

Pleaded guilty to burglary, theft of a motor vehicle, and theft from a motor vehicle. Has 48 previous convictions for 92 offences including burglary. Diagnosed with schizophrenia and addicted to drugs since age 11. Relapsed after friend's suicide.

1 Jan 0001

Callum Nocivelli

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

4 years and 8 months imprisonment

Callum Nocivelli, 26, was part of an organised crime network operating across south-east Wales supplying cocaine in Newport, Cwmbran and Pontypool using dedicated phone lines to send bulk text messages. Gwent Police executed drugs warrants at four addresses in the Bettws area of Newport in 2024 following intelligence from a seized mobile phone. Nocivelli was detained in July 2024. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Confiscation order of £9,960 to be paid within three months or additional 9 months imprisonment.

1 Jan 0001

Cameron Davidson

Attempting to engage a child in sexual activity *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment suspended for two years, 55-day rehabilitation activity requirement, 200 hours unpaid work

Cameron Davidson sent sexually explicit messages and pictures of his genitals to a decoy he believed to be a 12-year-old girl on Badoo and WhatsApp. He arranged to meet at Barry railway station on August 21 but cancelled. Paedophile hunters confronted him at his workplace in Barry where he was arrested. His phone contained indecent images of children (two category A, four category B, seven category C) and nine extreme pornographic images.

Pleaded guilty to attempting to communicate with a child, attempting to engage a child in sexual activity, and possession of indecent and extreme images. Sentencing by Recorder Greg Bull QC who noted sexual offences are always serious. Subject to sexual harm prevention order and must register as a sex offender for 10 years.

1 Jan 0001

Callum Williams

Possession with intent to supply cocaine *

Sentence

four years and six months in prison

On May 29, 2025, police found Callum Williams, 30, asleep on a sofa in an unsecured house on Parker Road in Ely, Cardiff. Nearby was a shoe box containing £2,685 cash, a Nokia phone, white powder and resealable bags. The powder tested as cocaine worth £1,140-£1,500. Upstairs, digital scales and more cocaine were found, totalling about 550g. The phone had messages relating to drug sales and Williams' family contacts. He claimed some cocaine was for personal use.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine. Has 12 previous convictions for 19 offences. Cocaine addict at the time. Will serve up to half in custody before release. POCA hearing pending.

1 Jan 0001

Christopher George

Manslaughter *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Christopher George, 27, killed Carl Chinnock, 50, with a single punch to the head in an unprovoked attack at Salt Lake car park, Porthcawl on June 23, 2021. He had drunk eight pints and taken cocaine and was 'spoiling for a fight'. He hit Chinnock, knocked him unconscious, then fled, telling a taxi driver he 'gave some bloke a slap'. Chinnock fell into a coma and died two days later.

Found guilty of manslaughter after claiming self-defence. Described as 'cowardly and morally despicable'.

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

Claire Semmens

Causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity *

Sentence

16 years imprisonment

Claire Semmens, a babysitter from Roath, Cardiff, gave a three-year-old boy to known paedophile Aaron Hughes, who drugged and raped the boy twice in her bedroom while she was babysitting. She knew Hughes was a child sex offender banned from contact with children and supplied the boy to satisfy his perversions in hopes of a relationship with Hughes's lover. Police found indecent images on her laptop, including bare bottoms of other boys she babysat. She fled but was arrested.

Admitted two charges of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity and possessing indecent images. Barred from ever working with children and must sign on the sex offenders register for life. Judge noted the level of breach of trust was probably worse than Hughes.

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

Shaun Greening

Burglary *

Sentence

3 years and 4 months imprisonment plus 16 months imprisonment

Shaun Greening stole more than £20,000 worth of watches and jewellery from a home in Poole on Tuesday, August 30. The occupants of a home in Lake Avenue were out between 8.20am and 5pm and left the property locked and secured. When they returned they found someone had forced entry to the address, carried out a search and made off with valuable watches and jewellery. Forensic examinations of the scene secured evidence that linked Greening to the offence. He also admitted further burglary matters in South Wales and Sussex.

Admitted the offence as well as further burglary matters in South Wales and Sussex. Forensic evidence linked him to the scene.

1 Jan 0001

Sean Andrew Canavan

Assault by penetration *

Sentence

20 years imprisonment

Sean Andrew Canavan, a 47-year-old man from Cardiff, was convicted of five counts of assault by penetration on a child under 13. The abuse occurred between 2005 and 2010 and was described as systematic. Canavan, who worked as a doorman at bars in Caerphilly, Bargoed, and Cardiff, lived a secret life. He was found guilty by a jury after denying all charges. The prosecution described him as highly dangerous and a significant risk to the public. The victim was praised for their bravery in reporting the crimes.

Denied all charges but found guilty by a jury. Also subjected to an indefinite sexual harm prevention order and an indefinite restraining order.

1 Jan 0001

Ross Clarke

Failing to meet the conditions of the sex offenders’ register *

Sentence

40 weeks imprisonment

Ross Clarke, a 37-year-old from Newport, had been released from prison but did not attend a designated police station within the required three-day window. The breach took place on November 13 last year.

Denied the charge and stood trial; jury returned a guilty verdict. £187 surcharge imposed. Of no fixed abode.

1 Jan 0001

Robert Mark Davies

Fraud by deception *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Robert Mark Davies, the former head of finance at homelessness charity Cyrenians Cymru, carried out a £1.3m fraud by forging invoices at the Swansea-based charity. The fraud took place between 4 June 2008 and 11 November 2014. He used the stolen funds for personal expenses including boats, airfares, and staying at The Savoy hotel in London. The charity suffered severe financial impact, going into liquidation in May 2015 owing £915,000, with most projects transferred to other charities. He pleaded guilty to fraud by deception at Cardiff Magistrates Court in February 2017.

Pleaded guilty to one count of fraud by deception. The fraud covered a six-year period from 2008 to 2014, during which he spent money on boats, airfares, and luxury hotel stays. The charity went into liquidation largely due to his actions.

1 Jan 0001

Ross Gardner

Conspiracy to acquire prohibited weapon and drug offences *

Sentence

18.5 years imprisonment

Ross Gardner conspired with Hafiz Razaq to sell a Grandpower handgun online using EncroChat. The plot was uncovered after EncroChat was taken down. He was convicted of both conspiracy to acquire a prohibited weapon and additional drug offences.

Used the EncroChat handle ‘candidcrocodile’. Also convicted of drug offences.

1 Jan 0001

Ross Herbert

Coercive and controlling behaviour *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment, suspended for 24 months, with 200 hours unpaid work and a 25-day rehabilitation activity requirement

Ross Herbert subjected his pregnant partner to a pattern of violent assaults between summer 2021 and March 2022, including gripping her by the throat while she was 20 weeks pregnant, pinning her against walls, throwing her onto a bed and holding her down. The relationship began in summer 2020; violence started after the first year. He also regularly called her “stupid and thick” and told her she was a bad mother. The couple’s daughter was born in February 2022 after the relationship ended. He was arrested in July 2025.

Admitted one count of coercive and controlling behaviour on first day of trial. Has 13 previous convictions. Restraining order for three years. Ordered to pay £1,250 costs and statutory surcharge. Offending ended more than four years ago; now of good character.

1 Jan 0001

Samuel Harvard

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine *

Sentence

34 months and 12 weeks imprisonment

Samuel Harvard, 33, of Bryn Hir, Cwmbach, Aberdare, was operating as a runner for others in the cocaine trade while also building his own customer base by obtaining cocaine on credit and selling independently. This occurred while subject to a suspended prison sentence for stalking. In March 2026, police identified his phone number from a prior investigation, called it pretending to be a customer, attended his home, arrested him, and seized his phone. Analysis of messages confirmed his involvement at two levels of the trade, including a delivery where he owed £300.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and received one-third discount. Two previous convictions. 12 weeks of prior 16-week suspended sentence for stalking activated consecutively. Aggravating factor: continued drug supply on day of prior sentencing for stalking.

1 Jan 0001

Peter Croasdale

Fraud; possessing indecent images of children; possessing extreme pornography *

Sentence

extended sentence of four years

Peter Croasdale, an ex-BBC producer and convicted sex offender, posed as 'Peter Alan' to deceive the headteacher of Haberdashers' Monmouth School into paying him £450 to film schoolgirls at a Christmas carol service. Police arrested him in Monmouthshire and found disturbing child abuse images and extreme pornography involving bestiality on his computer. The offences were committed between 16 January 2016 and 15 January 2021.

Pleaded guilty to fraud, possessing indecent images of children (15 category A, 28 category B, 63 category C) and possessing extreme pornography involving bestiality. Classed as a dangerous offender by Judge Tracey Lloyd-Clarke. Prior 2009 conviction for sexually abusing a young girl, taking an indecent photograph of a child, voyeurism and possessing indecent photographs of children.

1 Jan 0001

Pawel Kobis

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine *

Sentence

eight years and eight months

Pawel Kobis, 46, of Abertillery, was part of an organised crime group involved in a large-scale drug supply network stretching across south Wales and the south-west of England. The operation involved cocaine, crack cocaine, MDMA, methamphetamine, and ketamine with a street value of more than £3.5m. He received instructions from an upstream supplier and his role involved collecting and distributing large quantities of drugs across the UK.

All five pleaded guilty at their sentencing hearing on Monday. Kobis admitted conspiracy to supply crack cocaine.

1 Jan 0001

Peter Warry

Distribution and possession of indecent images of children *

Sentence

4 years and 4 months imprisonment

Peter Warry, 46, of Chepstow Road, Newport, was caught in an online sting operation where a decoy posed as offering two young girls for sex. He believed he was grooming a 13-year-old girl (fictional character Sienna). Warry shared child abuse images via Kik and WhatsApp. Found with 85 category A, 25 category B, and 19 category C indecent images. Offending occurred over the past 14 months. Also admitted attempting sexual communication with a child and causing a child aged 13-15 to view sexual images, and failing notification requirements.

Pleaded guilty. Previous convictions for sexual crimes against children, including 12 months at Derby Crown Court in 2012 for distributing indecent images. Ordered to register as a sex offender for life and made subject of a sexual harm prevention order until 2036. Judge noted previous convictions as aggravating factor.

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

Nino Edwards

Burglary *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Nino Edwards entered a home on Warwick Close in Chepstow as a trespasser on December 22 and stole jewellery. He was arrested after Gwent Police launched an appeal in connection with the break-in.

Admitted the burglary charge at Newport Magistrates' Court on April 1. Pleaded guilty.

1 Jan 0001

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