Cardiff Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 381 verdicts at Cardiff Crown Court (Cardiff). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

January 2026 20 cases

Kertis Johnson

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

14 years and 8 months imprisonment

Kertis Johnson, 41, was involved in supplying more than 72kg of cocaine worth approximately £2.6 million and between 1kg and 2kg of heroin worth £17,000 to £34,000, between October 2019 and June 2020. He used the EncroChat handle BrownVelvet to communicate with an upstream dealer in Merseyside, a co-conspirator, and downstream couriers, flooding the streets of South Wales, including Cardiff, Ely, and Dinas Powys, with drugs. The operation involved stash houses and cars with hidden compartments. Johnson owed £210,000 to his supplier and discussed raising funds from uncollected debts. After his courier's arrest in August 2020, he fled to Spain, where he was detained on July 29, 2024, and extradited to the UK on August 14, 2024.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Has 11 previous convictions, including a prior 9-year sentence for conspiracy to supply cocaine. Judge noted he played a leading role in a relatively sophisticated conspiracy.

19 Jan 2026

Alexander Horton

Intentional strangulation and section 18 wounding *

Sentence

hospital order under section 37 of the Mental Health Act

Alexander Horton, 34, a patient with schizophrenia at the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend, attacked a mental health nurse around 11.55pm on October 30, 2024, after being at the hospital for three days. During her nightly checks, he calmly asked for help, then grabbed her in a headlock and struck her face with a sharpened pen, piercing her left eyebrow and causing lacerations to her eyebrow and temple. The assault lasted eight seconds before staff restrained him. He had not taken his medication that day and later expressed regret. The nurse suffered scars and ongoing fear at work.

Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation and section 18 wounding. No previous convictions. Judge Paul Hobson noted the profound effect on the victim, who was simply doing her job.

15 Jan 2026

Jack Finch

Possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs *

Sentence

3 years' detention in a young offenders institute

On November 17, 2025, Jack Finch, 19, of Laugharne Close, Barry, drew police attention while driving a Peugeot 207 at speed in Barry, undertaking dangerous manoeuvres on the wrong side of the road and up a one-way street. He fled but later surrendered, testing positive for cannabis. Police seized four bags of cocaine worth £1,170, cannabis, £1,460 cash, empty bags, scales, a metal baseball bat, and a red iPhone from the car. A home search yielded £9,980 cash, empty bags, cannabis seeds, an iPhone, cannabis residue, and cannabis cakes in a McDonald's bag. The red iPhone revealed messages showing Finch, known as 'Jack Weed', supplying cocaine and cannabis to a substantial customer base for financial gain. Total cash seized was £11,445. Finch had only a provisional licence and no insurance.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs, being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs, possession of criminal property, dangerous driving, failing to stop, and driving without a licence and insurance. Disqualified from driving for 34 months. Judge Paul Hobson noted it was a substantial operation with an established customer base.

14 Jan 2026

Philip Henry Booth

Failing to comply with food hygiene regulations *

Sentence

£800 fine and £500 costs

Between August 2017 and October 2019, Supajump trampoline park in Cardiff, directed by Philip Henry Booth, had safety failures leading to injuries to six children, including broken legs, fractured spine, and facial injuries, which were not reported to Cardiff Council. A criminal investigation revealed improper padding, poor staff training, and hazards like scissors and a lighter in a foam pit. Subsequently, on March 15, 2025, food hygiene inspectors found multiple breaches at the premises, including black mould on slush and ice machines, unclean coffee machines with congealed powder, open mayonnaise outside fridge, lack of paper towels, mixed clean and dirty cloths, cloudy water in hot dog warmer, food debris in microwave and ice cream display, inadequate washing facilities, and a faulty shutter allowing rodent access. The premises received a zero food hygiene rating on April 22, 2025, but issues were rectified by September 4, 2025. Supajump closed permanently in October 2025.

Pleaded guilty to failing to comply with specified food hygiene regulations. In breach of prior 10-month suspended sentence, but activation deemed unjust as requirements completed. Full-time carer for elderly parents with dementia, no income.

14 Jan 2026

Ryan Simon

Aggravated vehicle taking *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment and disqualified from driving for 4 years and 9 months

Ryan Simon, 33, of Kern Close, Sandfields, Port Talbot, stole a car from an address in Port Talbot on November 21, 2025, attached stolen plates to it, and stole items inside including a dash-cam, driving licence, and cash. On November 22, 2025, he was approached by police but drove off, narrowly missing dragging an officer, leading to a pursuit where he reached 60-70mph in a 20mph zone, ignored traffic measures, drove through a red light, mounted kerbs, and collided with an unmarked police car, showing disregard for pedestrians.

Pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicle taking, theft from motor vehicle, theft, and driving whilst disqualified. Has prior convictions for driving offences, theft, robbery, and burglary. Issues with cocaine but attending drug and alcohol programmes in prison.

13 Jan 2026

John Allen

Inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

John Allen, 49, of Hill Street, Haverfordwest, heavily intoxicated and under the influence of drugs, attacked a vulnerable adult with microcephaly at the victim's home in Milford Haven on November 6, 2025. The assault occurred in the early hours when the victim asked Allen to quieten down during a phone argument. Allen lost his temper, repeatedly punched the victim in the face causing swelling, bruising to both eyes, and a displaced jaw fracture, grabbed him by the throat, threatened to kill him, and laughed during the five-minute attack. The victim was too afraid to leave the flat until Allen was asleep. Blood was found on Allen's jumper and knuckles, and on the flat's walls, sofa, and floor.

Pleaded guilty to wounding and inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent. Has 44 previous convictions including assault occasioning actual bodily harm and battery. Made subject to a restraining order for five years. Judge Paul Hobson described the assault as brutal upon a vulnerable man.

13 Jan 2026

Lee Print

Burglary and fraud by false representation *

Sentence

18-month community order with rehabilitation activity requirement

Lee Print, 43, burgled a house in Rumney, Cardiff, between August and September 2022, stealing a 40in television, two address books with financial information, a purse containing a Santander savings card (from which £640 was withdrawn), three watches worth £200 each, clothing, and toiletries. His DNA was found on television cables, and he was caught on CCTV using the stolen card. Additionally, after obtaining financial details of a deceased woman who died in 2021, he pretended to be her to open a bank account in her name seven months after her death, defrauding her civil service pension of £7,000 through transactions including a £700 scooter and £1,117 in total. He was arrested in possession of the stolen cards and a small amount of heroin, admitting addiction to heroin, crack cocaine, and valium. He claimed to have done gardening for the deceased victim.

Pleaded guilty to burglary, fraud by false representation, and possession of Class A drugs. Has 19 previous convictions for theft and driving offences. Now free of drugs and alcohol, taking responsibility for three children.

12 Jan 2026

Christopher Webber

Fraud *

Sentence

3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Christopher Webber, 48, of The Triangle, Mountain Ash, defrauded two sets of victims in relation to three properties in Rhondda Cynon Taf between 2021 and 2022. He took thousands of pounds from customers for renovation and building work but failed to turn up on site, did not apply for building regulations, and did not purchase materials he had been paid for, leaving houses in states of disrepair. The first victim, a friend and primary school teacher, paid for substantial work at his home in Ramsons Way, but Webber lied about completing regulations and engaging professionals. Problems included poor quality work, unfulfilled promises, and avoidance, resulting in £103,029 loss after a surveyor deemed the work worthless. The second victim hired him for renovations on two properties in Aberdare, but Webber increased quotes, left work incomplete (no rendering, bathrooms, doors, windows), and avoided contact, leading to £93,000 and £27,000 losses respectively after inspections found the work of no value. Neighbours complained of damp, prompting a trading standards investigation.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of dishonestly making a false representation to make gain for self/another or cause loss to other/expose other to risk. Judge Lucy Crowther described the work as 'disastrous' and noted the overwhelming and serious detrimental effect on victims. Prior conviction for driving whilst disqualified and without insurance. In mitigation, client suffered from depression, anxiety, relapse into alcohol and drugs, and loss of income.

12 Jan 2026

Royston Parris

Supply of class A drugs *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Royston Parris, 42, of West Close, Butetown, Cardiff, was stopped by police in Cardiff on May 16, 2025, due to concerns about his driving manner. He appeared nervous and initially did not stop, pulling over in Gabalfa. A search of his vehicle revealed cash, a small amount of cannabis, and a mobile phone. Examination of the phone showed messages and voice notes related to the wholesale supply of heroin and cocaine, including discussions for purchasing a kilo of cocaine for £30,000 and 1.5kg of heroin for £19,000, as well as images of blocks of white powder marked 'USA'. Further search led to the discovery of 20g of cocaine, a large quantity of adulterants, weighing scales with cocaine residue, a note counter, and zip lock bags. Parris was involved in supplying thousands of pounds worth of class A drugs.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and possession with intent to supply class B drugs. Had seven previous convictions including class A drug offences. Mitigation included complicated family and mental health circumstances; defendant claimed he was dragged back into drug supply to provide for family due to his heavy drug habit. Now clean since remand in prison.

12 Jan 2026

Georgia Morris

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, £500 fine, rehabilitation activity requirement, 5-year restraining order

Georgia Morris, 26, of Bridgend, created a false Facebook account in her ex-boyfriend Kane Cook's name and sent threats to herself claiming she would be 'stabbed and raped' after falsely accusing him of assaulting her when he ended their relationship in 2025. The relationship began in October 2024. She made false allegations of common assault, controlling and coercive behaviour, and threatening to cause criminal damage, leading to Mr Cook's arrest on January 13, 2025, and again on January 23, 2025, after she claimed he breached bail conditions. She contacted police multiple times with further false claims. Investigation revealed the messages came from an account set up by Morris using WiFi from her refuge. She was arrested on April 27, 2025, and answered 'no comment' in interview. No action was taken against Mr Cook.

Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. Of previous good character. Has personality disorder and developmental disorder. Genuine remorse acknowledged. Damaging childhood with severe trauma.

10 Jan 2026

Craig Burgess

Sexual Assault *

Sentence

community order requiring rehabilitation activities, £60 fine, £100 compensation, register as sex offender for 5 years

Craig Burgess, 48, of Lakeside Ward, University Hospital of Wales, sexually assaulted Emily Hilton, a 24-year-old Welsh Ambulance Service volunteer, on Newport Road, Cardiff, in March 2025. While assisting Burgess who had fallen from his wheelchair, he verbally abused her, threatened to 'knock her lights out', then grabbed her neck, pulled her forehead-to-forehead, and tried to kiss her on the lips. He was arrested and charged following the incident.

Found guilty of sexual assault.

9 Jan 2026

Cameron Lloyd

Supply of class A drugs *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Cameron Lloyd, 21, of Heathfield Walk, Aberbargoed, Caerphilly, was arrested at his mother's home on October 29, 2025, following intelligence and messages on an associate's phone indicating his involvement in supplying class A drugs. He answered the door topless and was found with 2.4g of cocaine (worth £120-£240), 122g of cannabis (worth £1,200), £515 cash, two electric bikes, and incriminating phone messages.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A drugs, and possession of class A and B drugs. No previous convictions. Defence stated he had only been dealing for a short period and wished to continue relationship with partner post-release.

8 Jan 2026

Morgan Bayliss

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs and being concerned in the supply of class A drugs *

Sentence

24 months imprisonment suspended for 24 months, rehabilitation activity requirement, 250 hours unpaid work

Morgan Bayliss, 24, of Sannan Street, Aberbargoed, Caerphilly, was a front seat passenger in a red Vauxhall Corsa stopped by police on October 18, 2025. He acted suspiciously during the stop. Upon arrest and search, he was found in possession of a heat-sealed transparent plastic wrap containing 13 smaller wraps of £260 worth of heroin, digital weighing scales, two mobile phones, and £70 in cash. Examination of one phone revealed messages related to the supply of heroin, including threats to customers such as 'I'm going to come down there and beat the f*** out of your boyfriend' and 'I've been kicking people's wing mirrors off for not paying me.'

Pleaded guilty. Has five previous convictions for driving offences but no drug related offences. Has been clean of drugs since remand in prison and had clear drug tests.

8 Jan 2026

Jason Hurley

Arson *

Sentence

36 months imprisonment

Jason Hurley, 48, set fire to three cars outside his ex-partner's home in Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent, on April 29, 2026, after sending threatening messages due to being requested to increase child support payments. He had been in a relationship with the victim for 12 years and they had three children together. Following a message from the Child Support Agency about increased earnings, he sent threats on March 23, 2026, including warnings about smashing windows, cars, or setting the house on fire. On the night of the arson, he messaged 'What goes around comes around' with fire emojis. Police found an empty petrol can in his car after arrest. The victim reported severe anxiety and changes in behavior.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of arson and sending a communication threatening death or serious harm. Made subject to a restraining order for 15 years. Substance misuse was a catalyst for offending.

7 Jan 2026

Karys Dando

Possession with intent to supply class B drugs *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, curfew, 15 day rehabilitation activity requirement

Karys Dando, 35, of Adamsdown Lane, was involved in supplying cannabis alongside Jordan Johnson. During the police raid at their home in Cardiff on October 13, 2023, in the presence of their one-year-old son, items discovered included 50.5g of cannabis (street value £200-£280), £1,699 in cash, scales with cannabis residue, grip seal bags, and weapons. Seized phones showed messages where she discussed purchasing 1kg of cannabis on behalf of Johnson for onward supply and provided directions to a drugs runner dealing on her behalf.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class B drugs and being concerned in the supply of class B drugs. Has four previous convictions for unrelated offences. In mitigation, priority is caring for four children.

7 Jan 2026

Jordan Johnson

Possession with intent to supply class B drugs *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 120 hours unpaid work, 15 day rehabilitation activity requirement

Jordan Johnson, 35, of Caerau Road, was involved in supplying cannabis. Police raided his home in Cardiff on October 13, 2023, in the presence of his one-year-old son, discovering 50.5g of cannabis (street value £200-£280), £1,699 in cash, scales with cannabis residue, grip seal bags, and weapons including a machete, baseball bat, and golf club hidden behind a fridge. Seized phones contained messages showing he offered to supply nine ounces for £1,100 and six ounces for £620.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class B drugs and being concerned in the supply of class B drugs. Has three previous convictions including possession with intent to supply class B drugs. In mitigation, significant drug habit from young age and responsibility for three children.

7 Jan 2026

Andrew Peters

Attempting to cause a child to engage in sexual activity *

Sentence

33 months imprisonment

Andrew Peters, 55, of Cowbridge Road, St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan, began speaking to a decoy he believed to be a 13-year-old girl named Millie after adding her on Facebook using his business account. Their conversation moved to WhatsApp where it became sexually explicit. He sent a naked picture of himself, an image of a woman's vagina, and a video of a woman masturbating. He encouraged the decoy to masturbate and asked for naked photos of her, then instructed her to delete the messages. No meeting was planned. He was convicted after trial.

Made subject to sex offender notification requirements and a Sexual Harm Prevention Order indefinitely. Previously received a police caution in 2008 for possession of a pseudo photo of a child. Judge noted he sought to manipulate the decoy and showed no insight into his behaviour.

7 Jan 2026

Atlantic Recycling Ltd

Breach of environmental permit *

Sentence

£40,000 fine and £28,154 costs

Atlantic Recycling Ltd breached its environmental permit in July 2019 by storing refuse-derived fuel—a highly combustible form of waste—at its site in Newton Road, Rumney, Cardiff, in a manner that risked major environmental harm. Evidence showed huge stockpiles, including one 90 metres long, with inadequate space to isolate burning waste in case of fire, potentially causing pollution to the Gwent Levels and risk to nearby homes and businesses. The company failed to comply with its fire prevention plan, separated stockpiles by less than 12 metres, exceeded four-metre height limits, had an insufficient quarantine area, and provided no evidence of training or maintenance. Email evidence indicated the company knew compliance would take weeks but continued operations, prioritising financial gain. Previous serious fires occurred in 2014 and 2015, and the firm had a history of non-compliance.

Admitted failing to comply with an environmental permit. Judge Celia Hughes noted the company was fortunate nothing more serious resulted from the breaches. Must pay within six months.

6 Jan 2026

Callum Blackley

Possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs *

Sentence

40 months imprisonment

Callum Blackley, 27, of Market Street, Aberdare, was seen engaging in a drug deal with two unknown men in Aberdare on October 9, 2025. He was approached and searched by police, leading to the discovery of 8.49g of cocaine valued at £360, cannabis worth £130, two iPhones, and £1,060 in cash. Examination of the phones revealed messages discussing the supply of class A and B drugs, including a deal for nine ounces of cocaine, indicative of street dealing.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs, being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs, and possession of criminal property. Began using drugs at 16, introduced to dealing by brother, stopped when daughter born but resumed.

6 Jan 2026

Susan Rouse

Fraudulently claiming universal credit *

Sentence

20-week suspended prison sentence and 15-day rehabilitation activity requirement

Susan Rouse, 63, from Harbour Walk in Barry, inherited £120,000 from her father's estate in April 2022 but failed to declare this change in financial circumstances to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). She continued claiming universal credit, receiving over £27,000 in under two years, while purchasing a car and distributing the money to her family. The claim was legitimate initially but became fraudulent upon non-disclosure.

Pleaded guilty to dishonestly failing to notify the DWP about a change of circumstance affecting her right to universal credit. No previous convictions. Has repaid £9,000. Judge noted she was aware of reporting requirements and called her actions callous and selfish.

5 Jan 2026

December 2025 30 cases

Marcus Staniforth

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 17 years

Marcus Staniforth, 17, from Llantwit Major, and another teenager stabbed Kamran Aman to death in an unprovoked racist attack on Barry Road just before midnight on June 30, 2025. Kamran, a father-of-one, was delivering shopping to his elderly mother when the attack occurred outside his home. The violence involved abhorrent racist abuse, captured on video footage. They were arrested nearby within minutes of the incident.

Pleaded guilty to manslaughter but denied murder; convicted of murder following trial.

31 Dec 2025

Alcwyn Thomas

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 20 years

Alcwyn Thomas killed Victoria 'Vicki' Thomas after drinking heavily and taking cocaine. She was found dead on the floor in her son's bedroom in their shared house in Cardiff in August 2024, wearing a dressing gown and lying in her own faeces with injuries consistent with strangulation.

Convicted of murder after claiming it was a sex game gone wrong. Showed little emotion during sentencing.

28 Dec 2025

Connor Probert

Assault *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 4 years and 2 months

Connor Probert, 26, entered the Royal Orchid Thai Massage, pulled a hammer from his bag, and hit the lone masseuse Orawan Thomas over the head multiple times without warning, causing heavy bleeding and loss of consciousness. She fought for her life fearing he would kill her.

Devoid of victim empathy. Random attack on masseuse.

28 Dec 2025

Raymond Lawrence

Sexual Assault *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Raymond Lawrence, 32, from Roath in Cardiff, broke into a woman's home, pushed her into a bedroom, punched and strangled her, sexually assaulted her, and sprayed hairspray into her nose and mouth until the nozzle broke. She escaped and screamed for help.

Pleaded guilty to assault by penetration.

28 Dec 2025

Zack Tawton

Possession with intent to supply cocaine *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

On September 5, 2024, Zack Tawton, 21, and Keiran McCoy checked into the Ibis hotel at Cardiff Gate under a false name. On September 7, a housekeeper discovered over 100 grip seal bags of cocaine and golf ball-sized packages in their room, filmed the evidence, and alerted police. Tawton and McCoy attempted to flee but were detained; Tawton's home in Llanishen yielded a machete and £8,000 cash. Phone evidence and CCTV confirmed their involvement in dealing cocaine.

Convicted of possession with intent to supply class A drugs.

24 Dec 2025

Keiran Mccoy

Possession with intent to supply cocaine *

Sentence

2 years and 6 months imprisonment

On September 5, 2024, Keiran McCoy, 20, and Zack Tawton checked into the Ibis hotel at Cardiff Gate under a false name. On September 7, a housekeeper discovered over 100 grip seal bags of cocaine and golf ball-sized packages in their room, filmed the evidence, and alerted police. McCoy fled but was arrested two days later; phone evidence including a photo posing with the drugs and CCTV confirmed their involvement in dealing cocaine.

Convicted of possession with intent to supply class A drugs. Denied knowledge of drugs.

24 Dec 2025

Jonathan Beasley

Conspiring to supply heroin *

Sentence

7.5 years imprisonment

Jonathan Beasley, 54, of Caenarvon Gardens, Barry, was involved in a gang exploiting children as young as 15 to supply crack cocaine and heroin across Barry. The gang was uncovered via mobile phone evidence from a separate investigation.

Conspiring to supply heroin. Resident of Caenarvon Gardens, Barry.

23 Dec 2025

Dalton Raffell

Conspiring to supply heroin *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Dalton Raffell, 24, of Clare Road, Cardiff, led an organised criminal network supplying crack cocaine and heroin across Barry, exploiting children as young as 15. The gang was uncovered through evidence from a mobile phone in a separate investigation.

Conspiring to supply heroin and conspiring to arrange or facilitate travel of another with a view to exploitation. Ringleader of the gang exploiting children to supply drugs.

23 Dec 2025

Daniel Groves

Conspiring to supply heroin *

Sentence

3.5 years imprisonment

Daniel Groves, 24, was an accomplice in a gang led by Dalton Raffell that exploited children as young as 15 to supply crack cocaine and heroin across Barry. The network was traced through evidence from a mobile phone in a separate investigation.

Conspiring to supply heroin and possession of cocaine with intent to supply.

23 Dec 2025

Chiko Moyo

Conspiring to supply heroin *

Sentence

9.5 years imprisonment

Chiko Moyo, 21, was part of a gang led by Dalton Raffell that exploited children as young as 15 to supply crack cocaine and heroin across Barry. The operation was identified through mobile phone evidence in a separate investigation.

Conspiring to supply heroin, two counts of conspiring to arrange or facilitate travel of another with a view to exploitation, and two counts of conspiring to require a person to perform forced or compulsory labour.

23 Dec 2025

Konrad Jones

Aggravated vehicle-taking without consent *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment and 2-year driving ban

On May 7, 2025, Konrad Jones, aged 29 from Brynglas in Hollybush, Cwmbran, assaulted his then-girlfriend by grabbing her throat, hair, arm and shoulder while drunk, accusing her of cheating, with her daughter in the next room. He stole her phone and keys, took her black Ford Focus without consent, drove to Pontypool and attempted to run over his former boss by driving at speed towards him and then reversing at speed, though the boss was uninjured. Fleeing police, he damaged the car beyond repair. Upon arrest, he assaulted officers, injuring PC Williams, failed a breath test and refused a blood sample. In a separate July 2023 incident, he and Tristan Chapman beat a defenceless man with a metal baseball bat.

Pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicle-taking without consent, dangerous driving while disqualified, refusing to provide a sample, assaulting a police officer, common assault and theft. Has 59 previous offences. Also sentenced for separate grievous bodily harm incident. Restraining order for 5 years against ex-girlfriend.

22 Dec 2025

Matthew Anderson

Fraudulent trading *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 120 hours unpaid work

Matthew Anderson, 42, of Llanrumney, was a close associate and joint director of Cardiff Canine Supplies with Paul Xuereb. He illegally overbred dogs from early 2018 to April 2022, producing 24 litters and making £121,000. He performed illegal medical procedures, including using prescription-only medication like oxytocin found at his property on Burnham Avenue. A search uncovered a substandard French bulldog, needles, syringes, and clients arriving for dog fertility treatments. Messages revealed dishonest steps to hide the activity. Dogs had genetic defects, temperament, and health issues passed to offspring.

Genuinely remorseful, started as hobby breeder, positive character references, no further offences since arrest.

22 Dec 2025

Michael Dumbuya

Assault occasioning ABH *

Sentence

14 years and 5 months imprisonment, extended licence of 4 years, 6-year driving disqualification

Michael Dumbuya, 37, of York Street, London, travelled from London with two associates to a house in Blackwood on May 20, 2025, where they carried out a terrifying assault on Cody Hudd in a case of mistaken identity. Dumbuya, employed as a professional enforcer by a wholesale drug dealer based in Colombia, mistakenly believed Hudd was responsible for the loss of 6kg of cocaine. Hudd was woken at around 1.15am, grappled by the face and throat, slapped, punched multiple times, dragged downstairs, beaten with an object causing collapse, kicked repeatedly to face, chest and body, had his breathing restricted by Dumbuya's foot on his chest, and a knife pressed to his jawline. The assault was filmed by Dumbuya. After the attack, Dumbuya fled in an Audi Q3 with false plates, leading police on a high-speed chase reaching 150mph on the M4 before crashing. A loaded sawn-off shotgun, imitation Glock 17 air pistol, balaclavas, gloves, and a black holdall were found in the vehicle. Blood on Dumbuya's coat matched Hudd's DNA, and shotgun ammunition matched Dumbuya's DNA. Hudd suffered jaw misalignment, inability to eat, nostril soreness, and split lip, with profound psychological and financial impacts.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, assault occasioning ABH, and dangerous driving. One prior conviction for fraud by abuse of position. Gambling addiction and debts mentioned in mitigation. No evidence shotgun was taken into property or firearms used to threaten victim.

22 Dec 2025

Tristan Chapman

Grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

Suspended sentence

In July 2023, Tristan Chapman and Konrad Jones took turns beating a defenceless man with a metal baseball bat, causing grievous bodily harm.

Pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm. Sentenced alongside Konrad Jones for the same incident.

22 Dec 2025

Paul Xuereb

Fraudulent trading *

Sentence

23 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 10 rehabilitation activity requirement days, 180 hours unpaid work

Paul Xuereb, 44, and Samantha Xuereb, 41, of Llanrumney, Cardiff, were joint directors of Fertility Frenchies. They illegally overbred dogs, mainly bulldogs and dachshunds, producing 63 litters and 259 puppies from June 2017 to September 2022, exceeding the legal limit of 15 litters by over four times. They sold the dogs for £1,000 to £6,000 each, making over £400,000. They performed illegal medical procedures including blood taking at a commercial unit in Llanrumney, altered records to avoid detection, used prescription-only medication without authorisation, and bred substandard dogs passing on congenital defects. The offending was uncovered in a September 2022 search of their home on Dickens Avenue, where police found eight adult male dogs, 11 puppies, and seven breeding-age females in poor conditions.

Genuinely remorseful, started as hobby breeder, positive character references, no further offences since arrest.

22 Dec 2025

Samantha Xuereb

Fraudulent trading *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 140 hours unpaid work

Samantha Xuereb, 41, and Paul Xuereb, 44, of Llanrumney, Cardiff, were joint directors of Fertility Frenchies. They illegally overbred dogs, mainly bulldogs and dachshunds, producing 63 litters and 259 puppies from June 2017 to September 2022, exceeding the legal limit of 15 litters by over four times. They sold the dogs for £1,000 to £6,000 each, making over £400,000. They performed illegal medical procedures including blood taking at a commercial unit in Llanrumney, altered records to avoid detection, used prescription-only medication without authorisation, and bred substandard dogs passing on congenital defects. The offending was uncovered in a September 2022 search of their home on Dickens Avenue, where police found eight adult male dogs, 11 puppies, and seven breeding-age females in poor conditions.

Genuinely remorseful, started as hobby breeder, positive character references, no further offences since arrest.

22 Dec 2025

Mohammed Ahmed

Harassment with violence *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment

Mohammed Ahmed, aged 36, pushed his former partner into the road near the Angel Hotel in Cardiff during April and May 2025, telling her he hoped she died. He repeatedly breached a 2020 restraining order by going to her house, climbing through a window, approaching her in the street shouting and screaming, and attempting to pick her up in a shoulder lift demanding respect. During a police response, he struck a policewoman in the face with a flailing arm, causing her nose to bleed. This follows a 14-year on-off relationship that ended around 2016, with prior violence including a June 2022 sentence for slapping, throttling her, and threatening to kill her if seen with another man.

Pleaded guilty to harassment with violence, breaching a restraining order, and assaulting an emergency worker. Discounts applied for guilty pleas. Has nine previous convictions for 21 offences including assaults and breaches of restraining order. Renewed interest in Islamic faith and completed courses while in prison. Restraining order remains in place.

21 Dec 2025

Rhys Phillips

Exposure and assault *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment, 10-year sexual harm prevention order, £187 victim services surcharge

On October 13, 2025, at 8.30am near Nature's Hand disability services centre in Alma Street, Brynmawr, Blaenau Gwent, Rhys Phillips, 22, stood in the street with his trousers around his ankles, exposed his genitals, and shouted 'I'm a paedophile. I like children and I'm going to rape children.' This was witnessed by occupants of passing cars and buses. He was arrested at the scene. Previously, on August 6, 2025, at the same centre, he assaulted support workers Grant West by pushing him in the chest and pressing his forehead into his head, Jason Thomas by lunging and pressing his forehead into his head, and Jodie Lamkin by spitting in her face.

Pleaded guilty to exposure, a public order offence, and three counts of assault. Has 19 previous convictions including for violence, offensive weapons and dishonesty. Was under a community order for a racially aggravated assault at the time. Mental health issues including ADHD and learning difficulties; attention-seeking behaviour, no sexual interest in children per psychiatrist.

19 Dec 2025

Thomas Griffiths

Manslaughter *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment with extended licence period of 2 years

Thomas Griffiths, 34, of Riverside Close, Ynyshir, Porth, punched his friend Christian Dean, 36, a handyman, in the kitchen of Mr Dean's home in Graig Road, Ynyshir, Porth, on June 26, 2025, after drinking at pubs and consuming cocaine together. The punch caused a lateral subarachnoid haemorrhage due to backwards and sideways movement of the head on the neck, leading to Mr Dean bleeding to death on the kitchen floor. Griffiths fled the scene, called a friend admitting he had hit Mr Dean, and was heard saying 'I have just killed someone'. He did not seek help and went home. Police found Mr Dean dead with a pool of blood, empty alcohol cans, and cocaine residue present. Griffiths had blood on his hands and was arrested later that day.

Pleaded guilty to manslaughter. Of previous good character but has cautions for battery and a public order offence. Former boxer. No recollection of the incident, described as regretful and remorseful. Will serve two thirds in custody before release on licence.

18 Dec 2025

Marcus Creedy

Possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment suspended for 22 months, 120 hours unpaid work, 15 day rehabilitation activity requirement

On August 13, 2025, Marcus Creedy, 18, of River View, Gabalfa, was stopped by police near the Gabalfa flyover in Cardiff while wearing a balaclava and engaging with occupants of two parked cars, suspected of a drug deal. He fled on a bike, discarding a Nokia phone, but was detained and searched. Found in possession of 30 grip seal bags of cocaine, nine grip seal bags of cannabis, a Nokia phone, an iPhone, and £110 cash. Home search yielded 3.5g cannabis and a grinder. Phones contained messages relating to cocaine supply.

Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions. Remorseful, acted to assist family. Lives with aunty, lost father at 13, recent deaths of grandparents, difficult school time, no qualifications, started cannabis at 14, suffered brain bleed and leg injury in 2024 scooter accident.

16 Dec 2025

Liam Key

Supply of cocaine and cannabis *

Sentence

36 months imprisonment

Liam Key, 23, of Heol y Mynydd, Hendreforgan, Gilfach Goch, was discovered by police on September 24, 2024, during the arrest of another man at a property. He had sent a text saying 'I'm out by the gate' and was waiting in his silver Volkswagen Golf. When approached, he appeared nervous and shaking, giving conflicting accounts. A search revealed 1.04g of cocaine in a cling film bag and a black iPhone showing he arranged supplies of cocaine and cannabis to at least 17 customers between August and September 2024, with deals up to £380 and payments on tick, including debts of £510 and £650. Further seizure included 23.9g of cocaine, over £4,500 in cash, weighing scales, and cling film bags.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis, and possession with intent to supply cocaine. Has two previous convictions, including possession with intent to supply cannabis for which he received a suspended prison sentence. In mitigation, noted to be in full-time employment which he will lose, and from a supportive family.

16 Dec 2025

Christopher Hale

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment, suspended for 20 months

On April 20, 2023, Christopher Hale, who had been drinking with his sister Denise Hale and her partner Andrew Tolley, returned to the couple's home in Newport. After Tolley went to bed, Hale played loud music. Tolley came downstairs to ask for the music to be turned down, leading to an argument. Hale punched Tolley, who retaliated, prompting Hale to grab a screwdriver and stab Tolley multiple times, causing puncture wounds to his stomach, shoulder, and forearm. Tolley experienced pain and discomfort for days but did not seek immediate medical attention. The assault was not reported right away, and the relationship between Tolley and Hale's sister broke down after Hale sent offensive messages.

Ordered to carry out a 10 day rehabilitation activity requirement and 12 sessions of a mental health treatment requirement. Found guilty following a trial. Has 19 previous convictions for 39 offences. Incident described as short-lived, lasting seconds. Former cocaine user, now mostly clean except for a recent blip. Moved in with mother when she fell ill but had to leave after her death.

16 Dec 2025

Kareem Abdo

Being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and possession of ammunition without a certificate *

Sentence

25 months imprisonment

Kareem Abdo, 30, of Alice Street, was the subject of a police search warrant at a property in Cardiff on February 17, 2025. He was found inside with a woman, and a red iPhone was seized, which he claimed ownership of and provided the PIN for. Messages on the phone revealed his involvement in the supply of cocaine, including two occasions of supplying 'high quality cocaine'. A further search at his home in Butetown uncovered three bullets in a small blue plastic bag among clothes, identified as suitable for self-loading pistols or sub machine-guns. During interview, he stated he had learning difficulties and people took advantage of him.

Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions for drug trafficking or weapons, but last conviction for possession of cannabis. To serve 40% in custody, remainder on licence. Judge Catherine Richards presiding.

15 Dec 2025

Jean-Paul Sterckx

Attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child and breaching a SHPO *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years; accredited programme requirement; unpaid work; SHPO for 10 years; costs of more than £1,300

Jean-Paul Sterckx, 49, of Watkiss Way, Grangetown, Cardiff, engaged in sexualised conversations via Kik and Snapchat apps in 2022 with undercover Metropolitan Police officers posing as 13-year-old girls. He sent images of himself in underwear and workman's trousers showing his groin, asked sexual questions including about masturbation, virginity, and naughty fun, and attempted a video call. Upon arrest, he claimed his phone had been hacked and expressed regret to his children. He breached an existing Sexual Harm Prevention Order from 2015.

Pleaded guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child and breaching a SHPO. Previously jailed for 15 months in 2015 for inciting a child to engage in sexual activity and possessing indecent images. Described as thoroughly ashamed, hard working and caring man who set up his own maintenance company.

15 Dec 2025

Nicole Locke

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months imprisonment

Nicole Locke, 32, of Pergwm Street, Trealaw, was arrested on February 6, 2025, at Priddle's address in George Street, Penygraig, Tonypandy, after police followed him there. She claimed she had nothing to do with the drugs but her iPhone revealed Snapchat messages related to drug supply. In her handbag were electric scales and white powder. Keys from her led to a nearby Mercedes containing 1kg of cocaine worth £30,000, 0.5kg worth £15,000, seven rocks of 28g worth £1,000 to £1,500 each, and £4,154 cash. The total cocaine seized weighed 1.8kg with a street value between £75,660 and £100,888.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A drugs and being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. Ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £228.

13 Dec 2025

Guy Priddle

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

5 years and 4 months imprisonment

Guy Priddle, 33, of George Street, Penygraig, Tonypandy, was arrested on February 6, 2025, after being seen engaging in a suspected drug deal in a car. Police followed him to his address where a quantity of cocaine and drug paraphernalia were found in the kitchen and bathroom, along with cash. He handed himself in on February 7. The total cocaine seized across locations weighed 1.8kg with a street value between £75,660 and £100,888. He benefited £114,401 from offending but had assets worth £11,516.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A drugs and being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. POCA hearing ordered to pay £11,516 within two months or serve additional six months imprisonment.

13 Dec 2025

David Samuel

Attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment suspended for 24 months, 25 day rehabilitation activity requirement, 150 hours unpaid work, sex offender notification requirements, Sexual Harm Prevention Order for 10 years

David Samuel, 39, of Caldicot, began speaking with an account purporting to be a 14-year-old boy named Jaydan on the Chat Avenue platform in 2023. The conversation moved to WhatsApp and when the decoy confirmed he was 14, Samuel sent a photo of his erect penis. He asked the decoy for photos, told him he was 'horny', asked if he wanted to see him masturbate on a video call, and suggested trading nudes. Police arrested him on August 7, 2023, and seized his phone, which contained 11 category A, five category B, and 26 category C indecent images of children aged one to 15 being sexually abused, plus evidence of distributing a category A image and possessing a prohibited animated image of child abuse.

Pleaded guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child, three counts of making indecent images, possessing a prohibited image and distributing an indecent image. One previous conviction for motoring offences. Judge noted realistic prospect of rehabilitation.

12 Dec 2025

Georgia Hemburrow

Inflicting grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 20-day rehabilitation activity requirement, 5-year restraining order, £5,000 compensation

On September 9, 2023, at Fagins bar and restaurant in Church Village, Pontypridd, Georgia Hemburrow, 25, of Carmarthen Drive, Tonteg, approached victim Celyn Williams who was sitting at a table. Hemburrow was verbally aggressive and argumentative. After a bangle fell off her wrist and Williams bent to pick it up, Hemburrow threw the contents of a thick whisky tumbler over Williams, then threw the glass which hit Williams in the forehead with force, causing severe bleeding and a permanent scar requiring stitches. Hemburrow left the scene without concern for the victim.

Pleaded guilty to wounding and inflicting grievous bodily harm. Of previous good character. Judge Paul Hobson noted she lost her temper for no good reason and left a permanent scar.

11 Dec 2025

Huw Young

Intentional strangulation *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Huw Young, 57, of Erw Ifan, strangled his partner multiple times in fits of jealousy over messages from male friends, including incidents in 2024 at his home in Bridgend where he threw and smashed her phone, and on May 16-17, 2025, at his home in Pencoed where he slapped her, strangled her until she choked, threw her to the floor, and punched her multiple times to the back of the head, causing swelling. He threatened her against calling the police. The victim reported lowered confidence and trust issues.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of intentional strangulation, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and criminal damage. Has previous conviction for domestic assault. Subject to a restraining order. Relationship described as toxic; alcohol issues addressed through counselling while in custody.

11 Dec 2025

Rebecca Morgan

Possession of a bladed article in public *

Sentence

3 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 10 rehabilitation activity days

On April 14, 2025, Rebecca Morgan, 44, accompanied her husband David Morgan in chasing his daughter's ex-partner, Mr Smart, from their home in Fernhill, Mountain Ash, brandishing a six-inch kitchen knife and warning him to stay away. This occurred as Mr Smart tried to enter the property to collect his children, with friends witnessing the pursuit and fearing for their safety.

Judge Paul Hobson emphasized the unacceptable behavior involving weapons in public and the impact on children. The event was described as highly emotionally charged regarding grandchildren. Two previous convictions, last in 2002.

10 Dec 2025

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