Chelmsford Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 41 verdicts at Chelmsford Crown Court (Chelmsford). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Alfie Sanchez

Conspiring to supply crack cocaine and heroin

June 20, 2025

Sentence: Three years three months imprisonment

Alfie Sanchez, 21, of Riley Avenue, Jaywick, was arrested with drugs and knives on separate occasions in May and June 2023 while involved in the 'Nutz' county line gang, which funnelled crack cocaine and heroin from South London to Harwich in Essex, involving violence and exploitation.

Dennis Da Silva Costa

Conspiring to supply crack cocaine and heroin

June 20, 2025

Sentence: Eight years two months imprisonment

Dennis Da Silva Costa, 32, of Priory Road, Clacton, was involved in delivering fresh stocks of drugs as part of the 'Nutz' county line gang, which supplied crack cocaine and heroin from South London to Harwich in Essex, involving violence, exploitation, and threats.

Deveire Young

Conspiring to supply crack cocaine and heroin

June 20, 2025

Sentence: 15 years six months imprisonment

Deveire Young, 31, of Mortham Street, Newham, attempted to flee from police and was caught trying to flush cannabis and crack cocaine down a toilet. He had keys to a van containing two handguns, ammunition, and valuables worth £127,000, as part of the gang's county lines operation supplying crack cocaine and heroin from South London to Essex.

Operated as the right-hand man to the gang leader, involved in conspiring to supply drugs and possession of firearms and ammunition.

Sources: mylondon.news

Jason Anderson

Conspiring to supply crack cocaine and heroin

June 20, 2025

Sentence: Six years nine months imprisonment

Jason Anderson, 50, of Stour Close, Dovercourt, was arrested with drugs and knives on separate occasions while working for the Croydon drug gang that operated the 'Nutz' county line, supplying crack cocaine and heroin from South London to Essex.

Jordan James

Supplying crack cocaine and heroin

June 20, 2025

Sentence: Nine years two months imprisonment

Jordan James, 33, of HMP Pentonville, was the leader of a drug gang that funnelled crack cocaine and heroin from South London to Harwich in Essex. The gang was involved in county lines drug supply, including violence and exploitation.

Kelvin Morgan

Unwanted sexual touching

June 14, 2025

Sentence: 12-year Criminal Behaviour Order and 3 months imprisonment

Kelvin Morgan was found guilty of unwanted sexual touching of a female over 18 inside an address on January 17, 2024. This was part of a case that led to an interim Criminal Behaviour Order on May 12, 2025, which was made full on the date of sentencing.

The order was granted as part of a larger sentence for unwanted sexual touching, with the prison term already served.

Sources: lynnnews.co.uk

Nyasha Best

Supply of crack cocaine and heroin

June 13, 2025

Sentence: 7 years imprisonment

Nyasha Best was involved in a drug dealing scheme supplying crack cocaine and heroin in the Chigwell area, working alongside Sheldon Johnson. He was arrested in June 2024, and police discovered expensive clothes at his home in Tiverton Road, Queens Park.

Business associate of Sheldon Johnson; denied charges of being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.

Sources: mylondon.news

Sheldon Johnson

Supply of crack cocaine and heroin

June 13, 2025

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment

Sheldon Johnson ran a crack cocaine and heroin business in the Chigwell area while pretending to be a high-flying music promoter. In June 2024, he was approached in a shop in Woodford, East London, where he attempted to escape and was arrested. Police found wraps of heroin and crack cocaine where he had been, along with £25,000 in cash, £250,000 worth of designer clothes, shoes, a watch, sunglasses, and evidence of music events at his home in Chigwell Road, Woodford Bridge.

Denied charges of being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin, as well as possessing criminal property; known as 'Lucky British' and posed as a music promoter.

Sources: mylondon.news

Annette Lawrence

Supply of crack cocaine and heroin

June 13, 2025

Sentence: Two years suspended for two years, with 50 hours of unpaid work and a 30-day rehabilitation activity requirement

Annette Lawrence, known by her stage name Lisa Mercedez, was involved in a drug dealing operation supplying crack cocaine and heroin in the Chigwell area. She collaborated with Sheldon Johnson, who posed as a music promoter. Police arrested her in June 2024 after finding a burner phone at her home in Nazeing, Waltham Abbey. She had a background as a Jamaican dancehall artist with appearances on the BBC and collaborations with artists like Nicki Minaj.

Narrowly avoided prison; involved in a drug dealing scheme with Sheldon Johnson; denied charges of being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.

Sources: mylondon.news

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas

Fraudulent evasion of the prohibition on the importation of cannabis

June 5, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, a former professional footballer, recruited his girlfriend and her friend to smuggle approximately 60kg of cannabis from Thailand to the UK via Stansted Airport. The drugs, valued at £600,000, were seized by Border Force officers. He played a key role in the operation, arranging travel and acting in an operational management function, motivated by financial hardships after being out of contract. The incident occurred between July 1, 2024, and September 2, 2024.

Pleaded guilty to fraudulent evasion of the prohibition on the importation of cannabis due to financial difficulties. Judge Alexander Mills commented that he had 'thrown away' his football career.

Sources: essexlive.news

Fatlind Imeraj

Cultivation of cannabis

May 28, 2025

Sentence: Six months imprisonment

Fatlind Imeraj was caught fleeing from a property in Halstead where police found approximately 500 cannabis plants following a public report of suspicious activity on April 15, 2025. He was living at the property, and his involvement was confirmed by fingerprints. He was arrested nearby and later admitted the crime in court.

Admitted to cultivation of cannabis. Fingerprints were found at the premises, and it was clear he was living there. An order was made for the forfeit and destruction of the cannabis plants and items.

Sources: essexlive.news

Fisnik Hoxha

Cultivation of cannabis

May 28, 2025

Sentence: Six months imprisonment

Fisnik Hoxha was caught fleeing from a property in Halstead where police found approximately 500 cannabis plants following a public report of suspicious activity on April 15, 2025. He was living at the property, and his involvement was confirmed by fingerprints. He was arrested nearby and later admitted the crime in court.

Admitted to cultivation of cannabis. Fingerprints were found at the premises, and it was clear he was living there. An order was made for the forfeit and destruction of the cannabis plants and items.

Sources: essexlive.news

Chace Wiseman

Rape of a child under 13

May 27, 2025

Sentence: 16.5 years imprisonment at a young offenders’ facility

Chace Wiseman, from Witham, committed a series of sexual offences against vulnerable young victims. These included raping and sexually assaulting children under 13, as well as creating and possessing indecent photographs and extreme pornographic images of toddlers and young children, some of which were AI-altered. The offences were uncovered following an investigation by Essex Police, who arrested him at his home in January 2025 and seized seven devices containing hundreds of images and videos. The crimes had a profound impact on the victims and their families, with one victim's father reporting severe emotional distress, including difficulty sleeping and anxiety about leaving his daughter alone.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of rape of a child under 13, two counts of sexual assault of a child under 13, one count of possession of extreme pornographic footage, one count of possessing a prohibited image of a child, and six counts of making an indecent photograph of a child. Mitigating factors included his age (17 at the time), mild learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, and history of bullying. The judge described the offences as 'disturbing' and 'quite shocking'. He was also placed on the sex offender register, issued a restraining order, and made subject to a sexual harm prevention order.

Sources: echo-news.co.uk

James Gibbs

Gross Indecency

May 22, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

James Gibbs committed sexual offences over 40 years ago, including two counts of gross indecency against a victim. The victim reported the crimes in 2021, but sadly died before the trial. An investigation by Essex Police led to his conviction, with detectives ensuring the victim knew justice would be pursued.

Pleaded not guilty to the offences. The judge paid tribute to the victim who had died before the case concluded. Gibbs refused to admit his crimes during the investigation and court process.

Sources: essexlive.news

Marshall Bartram

Possession with intent to supply cocaine

May 1, 2025

Sentence: Three years and ten months imprisonment

Marshall Bartram was arrested during a police search on February 11, 2025, after being spotted in a potential drug deal. He confessed to carrying cocaine and was found with over 160g of cocaine and approximately £10,000 in cash. A search of a linked address in Harlow revealed additional cash and a large brick of cocaine.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine and possession of criminal property.

Sources: essexlive.news

Christopher Allen

Causing death by dangerous driving

April 3, 2025

Sentence: 14 years imprisonment

Christopher Allen, 61, collided with Adeline Stuart-Watt, 33, as she was crossing Epping New Road in Loughton on foot after dismounting her bicycle. He had consumed alcohol and was driving at double the speed limit, which led to her death at the scene on April 16, 2023. Allen was from Crooked Mile, Waltham Abbey.

Denied causing death by dangerous driving but was found guilty following a trial. Had drunk at least two pints of an alcoholic drink and was travelling at double the speed limit for the road.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Connor Jones

Conspiring to commit burglary and motor vehicle theft

March 7, 2025

Sentence: Four years and eleven months imprisonment

Connor Jones led an organised crime gang that stole more than 70 family motors using a sophisticated 'relay' system to hack keyless cars. The gang targeted properties in London and the South East, including areas like Edmonton, Essex, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire. They were arrested during a police raid on a lock-up garage in Waltham Abbey, where stolen vehicles, including a Fiesta, were being stripped for parts. One victim reported feeling scared and unsafe after her Ford Kuga was stolen from her driveway in Brentwood.

Jack Reid

Conspiring to commit burglary and motor vehicle theft

March 7, 2025

Sentence: Three years and nine months imprisonment

Jack Reid was part of an organised crime gang that stole more than 70 family motors using a sophisticated 'relay' system to hack keyless cars. The gang targeted properties in London and the South East, including areas like Edmonton, Essex, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire. They were arrested during a police raid on a lock-up garage in Waltham Abbey, where stolen vehicles were being stripped for parts. One victim reported feeling scared and unsafe after her Ford Kuga was stolen from her driveway in Brentwood.

Calogero Ricotta

Murder

February 18, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 34 years

Calogero Ricotta stabbed to death his 54-year-old wife, Maria Nugara, and her 29-year-old son, Giuseppe Morreale, at their family home in the village of Ugley in Essex on May 28, 2024. The murders were motivated by Ricotta's refusal to agree to a divorce, as his wife was taking steps to leave the marriage. He had been controlling and coercive towards her, and her son tried to protect her but was killed in the process. Ricotta also assaulted a youth who was present.

Used controlling and coercive behaviour to control his wife; found guilty after denying charges; judge noted his vanity, pride, and ego prevented him from agreeing to a divorce; also found guilty of actual bodily harm against a youth.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Deividas Fiodorovas

Conspiracy to burgle

January 2, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 8 months imprisonment

Deividas Fiodorovas was involved in multiple burglaries and thefts as part of a crime spree. On April 7, 2024, he participated in stealing a pick-up truck and a JCB telescopic forklift from Clacton Road, Little Horsley, which were used to rip a cash machine from a Home Bargains shop in Harwich, Essex. The spree included burglaries at a house on Oakley Road, Harwich, on April 1, 2024, where cash and tools were taken; a house in Nancy Blackett Avenue, Walton, on April 23, 2024, where jewellery worth more than £20,000 was stolen; and a home in Royston, Hertfordshire, on April 24, 2024, where a victim was held in the bathroom while valuables worth over £120,000 were taken by suspects armed with a crowbar.

Pleaded guilty to all three counts, including the home burglaries, conspiracy to steal the cash machine, and the burglary of the JCB.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Marvin Usher

Conspiracy to steal

January 2, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 5 months imprisonment

Marvin Usher participated in a series of burglaries and thefts, including the theft of a pick-up truck and a JCB telescopic forklift from properties on Clacton Road, Little Horsley, on April 7, 2024. These vehicles were used in a ram raid to remove a cash machine from a Home Bargains shop in Harwich, Essex, which was later dumped at a nearby golf club with £55,000 inside. The crimes also encompassed burglaries at homes in Essex and Hertfordshire.

Admitted involvement in the conspiracy to steal the cash machine and the burglaries to take the vehicles used, but denied involvement in the home burglaries.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Shane Hadderton

Conspiracy to burgle

January 2, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Shane Hadderton was involved in a crime spree that included the burglary of homes and the theft of vehicles. On April 7, 2024, a pick-up truck and a JCB telescopic forklift were stolen from properties on Clacton Road, Little Horsley, and used in a ram raid to rip a cash machine from a Home Bargains shop in Harwich, Essex. The spree also involved burglaries at a house on Oakley Road, Harwich, on April 1, 2024, where cash and tools were taken, and at a house in Nancy Blackett Avenue, Walton, on April 23, 2024, where jewellery worth more than £20,000 was stolen. Additionally, he was linked to a burglary in Royston, Hertfordshire, on April 24, 2024.

Admitted one count of conspiracy to burgle, including driving vehicles to and from the burglaries in Walton and Royston, but denied entering any properties.

Sources: standard.co.uk

David Pickthall

Child sex offences

November 11, 2024

Sentence: 12 years imprisonment with a four-year extended licence period and a sexual harm prevention order

David Pickthall, a former teacher and choirmaster who worked on TV and film projects including Wallace and Gromit, abused children over more than four decades. The offences involved 19 victims and were committed between 1980 and 2021 in Brentwood, Essex, and Upminster, east London. He was made an MBE in 2015 for services to education and charity.

Pleaded guilty to 29 child sex offences concerning 19 victims. Judge Mary Loram KC described him as a predatory and manipulative paedophile who would have continued offending if not arrested. He glared at the judge during sentencing.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Matthew Martin

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment

October 28, 2024

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

Matthew Martin was part of a group that conspired to kidnap and falsely imprison Lincoln Brookes, the senior coroner for Essex. On April 20, 2023, he entered Chelmsford Crown Court with others, demanding the coroner's whereabouts and attempting to interfere with court proceedings as part of the group's self-conferred powers.

Served as a sheriff and coroner in the Federal Postal Court group, acting under the direction of Mark Christopher. Jailed for 30 months, ordered to pay a £228 surcharge, and subjected to a restraining order.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Mark Christopher

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment

October 28, 2024

Sentence: 7 years imprisonment

Mark Christopher, as the leader of a self-proclaimed group called the Federal Postal Court, conspired to kidnap and falsely imprison Lincoln Brookes, the senior coroner for Essex. On April 20, 2023, he and three others entered Chelmsford Crown Court with handcuffs, demanding Mr Brookes' location and attempting to shut down the court. He had previously sent bizarre and threatening letters and emails to Mr Brookes, accusing him of offenses like 'detrimental necromancy' and threatening corporal punishment.

Self-appointed leader of the Federal Postal Court group, also convicted of sending threatening letters to the coroner with intent to cause distress or anxiety. Jailed for seven years, ordered to pay a £228 surcharge, and subjected to a restraining order.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Sean Harper

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment

October 28, 2024

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

Sean Harper, along with his wife, conspired to kidnap and falsely imprison Lincoln Brookes, the senior coroner for Essex. On April 20, 2023, he entered Chelmsford Crown Court as part of the group, demanding the coroner's location and attempting to shut down the court, acting under the group's self-proclaimed authority.

Served as a sheriff in the Federal Postal Court group and was influenced by Mark Christopher. Jailed for 30 months, ordered to pay a £228 surcharge, and subjected to a restraining order. Described as having been indoctrinated and at the start of an 'awakening'.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Shiza Harper

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment

October 28, 2024

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

Shiza Harper, along with her husband, conspired to kidnap and falsely imprison Lincoln Brookes, the senior coroner for Essex. On April 20, 2023, she entered Chelmsford Crown Court with the group, demanding the coroner's whereabouts and attempting to interfere with court proceedings as part of the group's self-conferred powers.

Served as a postal inspector in the Federal Postal Court group and was influenced by Mark Christopher. Jailed for 30 months, ordered to pay a £228 surcharge, and subjected to a restraining order. Described as having been indoctrinated and at the start of an 'awakening'.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Virginia Mccullough

Murder

October 11, 2024

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 36 years

Virginia McCullough poisoned her father, John McCullough, aged 70, with crushed prescription medication in his drinks in June 2019, then beat and fatally stabbed her mother, Lois McCullough, aged 71, the following day. She hid their bodies in makeshift tombs within their family home in Great Baddow, Essex, and lived alongside them for four years while spending approximately £150,000 of their money, accruing debts in their names, and lying to family, doctors, and authorities about their whereabouts.

Pleaded guilty to murdering her parents. Described as an intelligent manipulator who concealed the bodies, spent her parents' money, and engaged in fraud and deceit.

Sources: standard.co.uk

Gavin Plumb

Soliciting murder and incitement to rape and kidnap

July 12, 2024

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 16 years

Gavin Plumb, a 37-year-old security guard, plotted to kidnap, rape, and murder TV presenter Holly Willoughby by breaking into her family home, taking her to a secluded dungeon, and subjecting her to repeated torture before killing her and disposing of her body in a lake. He engaged in online discussions about these plans, which had a life-changing impact on the victim, and was arrested at his flat in Harlow, Essex. The plot was deemed more than a fantasy, despite his claims, and involved elements of his prior attempt to falsely imprison a woman in 2008.

Pleaded not guilty but was convicted by a jury. The judge described the plans as sadistic, brutal, and degrading, and noted that the defendant intended to carry them out with accomplices. Defence counsel highlighted his obsession with the victim and his embarrassment over the online conversations.

Sources: standard.co.uk

T-Jay Shepherd

Dangerous Driving

July 10, 2024

Sentence: 1 year and 7 months imprisonment and disqualified from driving for 5 years

T-Jay Shepherd, 32, of no fixed abode, was driving a Vauxhall Astra when he failed to stop for police on April 1. He led officers on a 12-minute high-speed chase through Southend city centre, performing dangerous driving manoeuvres that put lives at risk. The pursuit ended on Victoria Avenue, where he abandoned the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot but was quickly arrested.

Admitted charges of dangerous driving, failing to provide a specimen for analysis, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance. PC Paul Simmons commented on the risks taken during the chase.

Sources: echo-news.co.uk

Will Dohmatob

Causing death by dangerous driving

July 7, 2024

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment and 10 years driving disqualification

Will Dohmatob was driving a box van on the A131 at Twinstead near Sudbury on February 3, 2024, when he fell asleep at the wheel, causing the van to cross the road and collide with Andrew Rayner, a 44-year-old motorcyclist, resulting in Rayner's death. The van left the road and came to rest in a ditch, and Dohmatob only woke up after the impact.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Fell asleep at the wheel after having little to no sleep for 30 hours.

Sources: eadt.co.uk

Revaz Mumladze

Conspiracy to handle stolen goods

May 22, 2024

Sentence: 4 years and 5 months imprisonment

Revaz Mumladze was part of a criminal network that stole and dismantled luxury vehicles, including Range Rovers and Mercedes, valued at up to £3.3 million. The group employed signal jammers for keyless thefts, operated from a chop shop in Little Bardfield, Essex, and prepared parts for export. The enterprise was exposed through a police investigation involving witness reports and surveillance, showing the dismantling and disposal of stolen vehicles.

Admitted charges; worked as a dismantler in the enterprise, paid £300-£500 per vehicle; had no fixed address and came to the UK seeking work; judge noted his significant role and awareness of the operation's scale.

Sources: romfordrecorder.co.uk

Lukas Meskauskas

Conspiracy to handle stolen goods

May 22, 2024

Sentence: 5 years and 10 months imprisonment

Lukas Meskauskas played a key role in a sophisticated criminal operation that involved stealing luxury cars using signal jammers and dismantling them at a chop shop in Little Bardfield, Essex. He handled financial aspects and communications, facilitating the theft of vehicles worth between £2.8 million and £3.3 million from areas including Essex, Hertfordshire, Southampton, and Devon. Police intercepted containers of parts destined for Dubai and conducted extensive surveillance to dismantle the network.

Admitted charges; organised payments to workers and communicated with enterprise leaders; had a previous conviction for concealing stolen goods, which aggravated his sentence; judge remarked on his disregard for the law and repeated involvement in similar activities.

Sources: romfordrecorder.co.uk

Michael Casey

Theft of motor vehicles

May 22, 2024

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months imprisonment

Michael Casey participated in the theft of luxury vehicles as part of a larger criminal enterprise in Essex. He was involved in keyless thefts using signal jammers, driving stolen cars, and contributing to the operation that dismantled vehicles at a chop shop in Little Bardfield. The gang stole cars from various UK locations, cloned plates, and prepared parts for export, with the total value estimated at up to £3.3 million. Police investigations confirmed his role through CCTV and other evidence.

Sentenced in absentia as he did not attend court; involved in the thefts of cars; seen on CCTV driving vehicles without a UK driving licence; believed to be in Australia; judge noted his complete disregard for the law, considering his age as a mitigating factor.

Sources: romfordrecorder.co.uk

George Abzhandadze

Conspiracy to handle stolen goods

May 22, 2024

Sentence: 4 years and 5 months imprisonment

George Abzhandadze was involved in a highly sophisticated criminal enterprise that stole luxury vehicles, including Range Rovers, Jaguars, and Mercedes, valued between £2.8 million and £3.3 million. The group used signal jammers to conduct keyless thefts across Essex and other UK areas, dismantled the vehicles at a chop shop in Little Bardfield, Essex, and prepared parts for export, including to Dubai. The operation was uncovered through police surveillance and a witness report, with evidence of cloned plates and dumped personal belongings.

Admitted charges; worked as a dismantler in the enterprise, paid £300-£500 per vehicle depending on the car; no previous convictions mentioned; judge noted his significant role in the operation.

Sources: romfordrecorder.co.uk

Davit Nakashidze

Conspiracy to handle stolen goods

May 22, 2024

Sentence: 4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Davit Nakashidze participated in a sophisticated enterprise that involved stealing luxury cars through keyless entry methods and dismantling them at a chop shop in Little Bardfield, Essex. The gang targeted high-value vehicles from various UK locations, used signal jammers, cloned plates, and exported parts to Dubai. Police investigations, including 115 days of CCTV monitoring, revealed the scale of the operation, which included handling stolen goods worth millions.

Admitted charges on the morning of the trial; worked as a dismantler; had no previous convictions; came to the UK to support his family but took the wrong path; judge highlighted his awareness of the operation's scale.

Sources: romfordrecorder.co.uk

Mark Donovan

Murder

March 5, 2024

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 16 years

Mark Donovan, 39, inflicted 70 separate injuries on 37-year-old Elise Mason during an attack in Great Baddow in April 2023. He strangled and beat her, causing bruises on her hands and forearms from attempts to defend herself. After the murder, he took her phone, hid it in a pub toilet cistern, visited a pub and a massage parlour, and then handed himself in at Ilford Police Station the following day while eating a takeaway.

Denied the charge but was convicted by a jury after a trial. Detective Inspector James Holmes described him as a dangerous, selfish, and manipulative man who killed the victim in a fit of rage and delayed handing himself in.

Sources: ilfordrecorder.co.uk

Michael Johnson

Murder

December 5, 2023

Sentence: 25 years imprisonment

Michael Johnson stabbed his best friend multiple times during an argument in Colchester on August 10th, 2023, resulting in the victim's death; evidence included witness testimonies and forensic analysis.

Convicted for the brutal murder of his best friend, with the judge noting the premeditated nature of the crime.

Sources: gazette-news.co.uk

David Brown

Sexual abuse of children

November 20, 2023

Sentence: 14 years imprisonment

David Brown, a former shop worker in a village, exploited his position by offering sweets and cigarettes to children in exchange for sexual favours, with the abuse occurring over several months in 2023.

The defendant was found guilty of sexually abusing children and attempting to shift blame onto the victims.

Sources: gazette-news.co.uk

Robbie Williams

Voyeurism

October 15, 2023

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment

Robbie Williams, a resident of Colchester, was caught filming a child in a private setting, leading to his arrest and subsequent conviction for voyeurism and possession of indecent images.

Judge described the defendant as a 'devious' pervert for filming a child washing herself.

Sources: gazette-news.co.uk

Jack Jacovou

Possession with Intent to Supply Cocaine and Cannabis

May 3, 2023

Sentence: six and a half years imprisonment

Jack Jacovou, a 41-year-old car dealer, became involved in a drug operation after his business suffered during the pandemic. Police raids in December 2020 uncovered cocaine with a street value of £180,600 to £206,400 at a property in Colchester and £28,000 worth of cocaine and cannabis at his home in Kirby Cross. He was arrested on December 24, 2020, and admitted to the charges, with evidence including packaging, scales, and messages on his mobile phone indicating debts and threats.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine and cannabis, and being concerned in the supply of cocaine. Judge Timothy Godfrey noted his significant role in the operation, involvement for financial benefit, and mitigating factors including business losses during the pandemic and threats from co-conspirators.

Sources: gazette-news.co.uk

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