Cardiff Crown Court Sentencing Results

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

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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

Olaf Koranteng

Attempted rape *

Sentence

4 years and 1 month imprisonment

On 3 July 2022, Olaf Koranteng, 27, committed a violent sexual assault at Pulse nightclub in Cardiff. He pulled a woman into a unisex toilet cubicle, locked the door, and attempted to rape her. He overpowered her, removed her underpants, and pressed his erect penis against her vagina, coming close to penetration. The victim escaped and immediately reported the attack. Koranteng was arrested at the club and later pleaded guilty to attempted rape.

Pleaded guilty to attempted rape. Extended licence of 3 years. Faces automatic deportation upon release.

1 Jan 0001

Paul Darnell

Assault by penetration *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Paul Darnell, from Commercial Road, Llanhilleth, Abertillery, Gwent, sexually assaulted a woman, spanking her and making unwanted sexual advances and demands during a terrifying incident. Found guilty of assault by penetration, sexual assault and common assault. The victim reported suffering flashbacks, feeling embarrassed, ashamed and living like a scared animal.

Denied the offences but was convicted by a jury following a trial. Branded a cowardly bully by Recorder Richard Booth QC. Ordered to register as a sex offender for life and pay £181 victim surcharge. Age and health issues (anxiety, depression, diabetes, heart condition) taken into account.

1 Jan 0001

Robert Cameron Wells

Indecent assault *

Sentence

7 years

Committed four indecent assaults against three young girls as part of separate investigations into sexual offences in South Wales.

For four indecent assaults against three young girls.

1 Jan 0001

Rasheed Jama

Grievous bodily harm and hate crimes *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Rasheed Jama, 20, carried out a series of violent and racially abusive acts across Cardiff. On 20 June 2025, after being detained by police and taken to University Hospital Wales, he became aggressive, spat at, kicked, and bit officers while shouting an antisemitic slur. He later stated he wished he had assaulted officers more. On 29 August 2025, he threatened to stab security staff at a shopping centre and threatened to rape a female police officer during his arrest. On 11 September 2025, at Penarth Labour Club, he struck a stranger on the back of the head with a hammer without provocation, causing a bleeding wound. Jama admitted 11 charges and had five previous convictions for 14 relevant offences.

Admitted 11 charges spanning three violent episodes in 2025, including religiously aggravated assault, grievous bodily harm, assaulting emergency workers, racially aggravated assault, and possession of an offensive weapon. Had five previous convictions for 14 offences. The judge said he would be eligible for release after serving 40% of his term and, due to time already served, he could be released immediately.

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

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

Timothy Farrington

Attempting to engage in sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

26 months imprisonment

Timothy Farrington, 55, from Cwmbran, South Wales, engaged in graphic online sexual communications with undercover police officers posing as 12- and 13-year-old girls between 3 July and 15 August 2023. Using the false name 'James', he requested naked pictures, asked one decoy if she was a virgin and wanted to 'lose it', suggested meeting at Cardiff railway station, and instructed them to delete messages. He suffered a heart attack during his arrest at his home.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of attempting to engage in sexual activity with a child and two counts of attempted sexual communication with a child. Judge Lucy Crowther described the communications as 'graphic, vile and shocking'. Must register as a sex offender for 10 years. Suffered heart attack during arrest.

1 Jan 0001

Steven Williams

Arranging or facilitating the commission of a child sexual offence *

Sentence

45 months imprisonment

In January 2024, Steven Williams responded to an undercover police officer posing as a father on the Fetlife website seeking someone to 'join dad-daughter exploitation'. Over 46 days, Williams exchanged messages via Fetlife, Kik and Wire expressing a desire to have sex with the officer's supposed 14-year-old daughter, describing her as a 'teen rape toy' and wanting to be her 'perv uncle'. He also spoke of seeking a teenager for 'breeding' and claimed girls around 14 were 'easily trainable'.

Convicted following a trial. No previous convictions. Described as a dangerous offender with unmanageable sexual preference for pre-pubescent females. Will serve half in custody before release on licence. Subject to indefinite sexual harm prevention order and lifetime sex offender registration.

1 Jan 0001

Stewart Mcginn

Wanton and furious driving *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

On a street corner pavement in Monmouth in June 2021, Stewart McGinn rode his bicycle up onto the pavement and around the corner of Somerset Road and Wonastow Road, colliding with 79-year-old Elizabeth 'Jane' Stone who was walking home from the cinema. CCTV showed McGinn remounting and riding off, leaving Stone with fatal head injuries. She died in hospital four days later. McGinn later admitted wanton and furious driving.

Admitted charge of wanton and furious driving. Handed himself in six days after the incident. Released April 2023 and later found dead.

1 Jan 0001

Steven Ronald Williams

Rape *

Sentence

17 years imprisonment for public protection with a minimum term of 8.5 years

Steven Ronald Williams committed a string of rapes and other sex offences over a number of years against a child victim in Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, South West Wales. Victims' interviews shown in trial described first rape when she was a child; offender told her nobody would believe her. Offender formerly licensee or manager of pubs in Newport, Gwent area.

Found guilty of 16 counts of rape, four counts of indecency with a child and four counts of indecent assault. Denied all offences. Prior: two-year supervision order aged 13 for inciting a child to commit an act of gross indecency; caution in 2006 for battery. Judge Neil Bidder QC noted high risk of serious harm to children, described offender as determined, dishonest, cunning, showing no remorse; significant effect on victim including poor school attendance, drinking and self-harm.

1 Jan 0001

Taylor Blackley

Cocaine supply *

Sentence

44 months imprisonment

Taylor Blackley, 26, of St Curigs Gardens, Langstone, was arrested after being found with 44 snap bags of cocaine and cannabis. He had been concerned in the supply of cocaine between August 9, 2024 and February 25. He previously served a 27-month sentence for heroin supply in 2021.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, possession with intent to supply the class A drug, and simple possession of cannabis. He will be required to pay a £228 victim surcharge upon his release. Forfeiture and destruction of all drugs seized.

1 Jan 0001

Tanya Nasir

Fraud *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Tanya Nasir lied about her qualifications to obtain a senior band 7 nursing position, despite only being qualified for band 5. She managed a unit for premature babies at Bridgend's Princess of Wales Hospital for five months and also worked at Hillingdon Hospital, fraudulently earning £51,397.58.

Found guilty on nine counts of fraud and false representation. Ordered to pay £278.13 (or 1 month in prison if unpaid by 6 August).

1 Jan 0001

Urszula Glowacka

Conspiracy to supply cocaine, MDMA, methamphetamine and ketamine *

Sentence

nine years and four months

Urszula Glowacka, 42, 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. She received instructions from an upstream supplier and her role involved collecting and distributing large quantities of drugs across the UK.

All five pleaded guilty at their sentencing hearing on Monday. Glowacka admitted conspiracy to supply cocaine, MDMA, methamphetamine, and ketamine.

1 Jan 0001

Tyrone Clarke

Rape *

Sentence

Indefinite sentence with minimum term of 7 years

Tyrone Clarke, a former nightclub doorman who falsely claimed extensive military experience including 12 years in the Royal Marines and SAS missions, attacked four women. He used intimidation, threats of killing them with his bare hands, and claims of hidden weapons to control and assault them. He had dropped out of Royal Marines training after nine weeks. One 18-year-old victim reported him, leading others to come forward.

Convicted of 10 charges including rape, false imprisonment, causing actual bodily harm and kidnap. The Recorder of Cardiff, Nicholas Cooke QC, told Clarke: 'I find you to be an extremely callous and devious threat to women. You will continue to present a risk of grave sexual, physical and psychological harm to women for a very long period.'

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

Tyrell Eason

Offering to supply cocaine and cannabis *

Sentence

two years imprisonment suspended for two years

Tyrell Eason, of George Street, Cwmcarn, Caerphilly, was pulled over by police on Boxing Day 2024 while driving a Volkswagen Golf smelling of cannabis. He handed over his iPhone, which began receiving drug-related notifications in front of officers. Phone examination revealed messages about orders for cocaine ('sniff and flake'), bulk advertising, stock levels and deliveries. A financial investigation showed thousands of pounds from customers. Eason admitted offering to sell cocaine and cannabis between November and December 2024. The operation was described as unsophisticated and small-scale with no lavish lifestyle. He had learning difficulties and no prior convictions. An 18-month delay occurred due to the investigating officer changing departments.

Admitted offering to sell cocaine and cannabis. No previous convictions. Judge noted healthy but illegal living from dealing and urged rehabilitation. Also ordered to complete 180 hours unpaid work, pay £150 prosecution costs and £187 victim surcharge.

1 Jan 0001

Yossa Maunders

Indecent assault and buggery *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment (extended)

Yossa Maunders, also known as Andrew Yorath, sexually abused a young boy under 10 in the late 1980s, in a systematic campaign involving grooming, bribery with gifts such as a football, and threats to ensure silence. The abuse included buggery and oral sex. The victim suppressed the trauma until a nervous breakdown in 2019, after which he reported it to police. Maunders also abused a second boy around the same time in the grounds of a Cardiff hospital. The first victim described feeling guilty and ashamed, turning to drink and drugs; the second became reserved, struggled at school, and found trust difficult. Maunders was convicted at trial of 10 counts of indecent assault and buggery. He had a criminal record of 35 previous offences, many for dishonesty and sexual matters, including a 2006 extended sentence for abusing a five-year-old boy. Psychiatric reports noted borderline emotionally unstable personality disorder and a high risk of further sexual offending.

Convicted at trial of 10 counts of indecent assault and buggery. Had 35 previous offences including a 2006 10-year extended sentence for indecent assault on a five-year-old boy. Judge Michael Fitton QC noted the abuse was a 'prolonged, systematic course of conduct' that 'broke' the victim, but reduced the sentence due to Maunders' young age at the time of the offences. Classed as a dangerous offender; registered sex offender for life.

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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