Chelmsford Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 206 verdicts at Chelmsford Crown Court (Chelmsford). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

June 2025 4 cases

Annette Lawrence

Supply of crack cocaine and heroin *

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.

13 Jun 2025

Sheldon Johnson

Supply of crack cocaine and heroin *

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.

13 Jun 2025

Nyasha Best

Supply of crack cocaine and heroin *

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.

13 Jun 2025

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas

Fraudulent evasion of the prohibition on the importation of cannabis *

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.

5 Jun 2025

May 2025 5 cases

Fatlind Imeraj

Cultivation of cannabis *

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.

28 May 2025

Fisnik Hoxha

Cultivation of cannabis *

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.

28 May 2025

Chace Wiseman

Rape of a child under 13 *

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.

27 May 2025

James Gibbs

Gross Indecency *

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.

22 May 2025

Marshall Bartram

Possession with intent to supply cocaine *

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.

1 May 2025

April 2025 1 case

Christopher Allen

Causing death by dangerous driving *

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.

3 Apr 2025

March 2025 5 cases

Mohammed Uddin

Fraud by false representation *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Mohammed Uddin, 37, of Dunmow, Essex, fraudulently applied for five bounce-back loans totalling £250,000 between May 2020 and November 2022 for four businesses he directed. Despite the companies having little to no trading activity, he inflated turnover figures to obtain the maximum £50,000 per company, including two applications for one business in violation of rules. The loans, intended to support businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, were spent on paying off debts, home improvements, separate investments, luxury watches, and cars. He was arrested on 11 February 2022, and digital evidence linked him to the fraud. Accounts were frozen, and £66,574.20 recovered.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of fraud by false representation. Disqualified from acting as a company director for five years. Sentences to run concurrently.

14 Mar 2025

Jack Reid

Conspiring to commit burglary and motor vehicle theft *

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.

Admitted conspiring to commit burglary and motor vehicle theft.

7 Mar 2025

Kieron Singleton

Being concerned in the supply of class A drugs *

Sentence

four years and nine months imprisonment

Kieron Singleton, 33, of no fixed abode, was responsible for the wholesale supply of cocaine into Leominster. He managed the drug supply enterprise, orchestrating the collection and sale of drugs and reaping financial benefit. Singleton was arrested on 15 September 2023 after a vehicle was stopped and over £7,000 in cash was discovered, which enquiries revealed was to be used to purchase more cocaine for supply. He directed Christopher Yeomans and Nicholas Hornby in their operations.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and possession of criminal property.

7 Mar 2025

Connor Jones

Conspiring to commit burglary and motor vehicle theft *

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.

Admitted conspiring to commit burglary and motor vehicle theft.

7 Mar 2025

Nichole Pratt

Sexual assault of a child under 13 *

Sentence

seven-and-a-half years in custody

Nichole Pratt subjected two children to sexual abuse between 23 October 2023 and 1 August 2024, creating videos of the offences. The offences were discovered following an anonymous tip to police. Upon arrest, her phone and USB stick were seized, containing category A videos of her sexually abusing the children. She abused the trust of the vulnerable young children for her own gratification.

Pleaded guilty to causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity and two counts of sexual assault of a child under 13. Also handed a sexual harm prevention order. Initially denied involvement but changed plea due to overwhelming evidence.

4 Mar 2025

February 2025 1 case

Calogero Ricotta

Murder *

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.

18 Feb 2025

January 2025 3 cases

Deividas Fiodorovas

Conspiracy to burgle *

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.

2 Jan 2025

Marvin Usher

Conspiracy to steal *

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.

2 Jan 2025

Shane Hadderton

Conspiracy to burgle *

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.

2 Jan 2025

December 2024 1 case

Darren Hornsby

Sexual assault *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment with 4 years extended licence

Darren Hornsby engaged in predatory sexual behaviour, befriending two teenage boys and using alcohol to manipulate and sexually abuse them when vulnerable. The offences in Suffolk occurred at an address in Trimley St Martin in June 2023. In Essex, the investigation began in 2019 following intelligence about online activity. Advanced forensic techniques, including hand analysis by Dame Professor Sue Black, were crucial in securing the conviction.

Pleaded guilty to multiple charges on the second day of his trial. Ordered to sign the sex offenders' register indefinitely and subject to a lifetime sexual harm prevention order. Nine years for offences in Essex and six years for offences in Suffolk, to be served consecutively.

5 Dec 2024

November 2024 2 cases

Tye Hunt

Attempting to arrange the commission of a child sex offence *

Sentence

2 years 10 months imprisonment

Tye Hunt, a 23-year-old from Brockley, groomed two teenage girls aged 12 and 14 via Snapchat throughout 2022 and 2023. He misled the 14-year-old by claiming to be 16, sent her explicit pictures and suggested paying for a hotel room to meet. With the 12-year-old, he pressured her to send explicit images and attempted to arrange a physical meeting for sexual activity. The victims reported him to local police, leading to an investigation by Essex Police. Hunt was arrested after moving to Brockley Road. He admitted the offences and was sentenced on 25 November 2024.

Pleaded guilty to attempting to arrange the commission of a child sex offence and two counts of engaging in sexual communication with a child. Indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and restraining orders imposed. Victim impact statement read in court described lasting trauma.

25 Nov 2024

David Pickthall

Child sex offences *

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.

11 Nov 2024

October 2024 15 cases

Matthew Martin

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment *

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.

28 Oct 2024

Mark Christopher

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment *

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.

28 Oct 2024

Shiza Harper

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment *

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'.

28 Oct 2024

Sean Harper

Conspiracy to kidnap and false imprisonment *

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'.

28 Oct 2024

Aaron Elles

Violent disorder *

Sentence

1 year and 8 months imprisonment

Aaron Elles, 28, of Harlow, attended a protest outside The Bell Hotel in Epping on July 17, 2024, wearing motorbike clothing including a crash helmet to conceal his identity. He acted in an intimidating way, encouraging others to face off against police officers, and kicked an officer, leading to further pushing, shoving, and striking of officers. Officers arrested him at his home on July 23, 2024, and found a small amount of cannabis in his motorbike jacket.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder at an earlier hearing at Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court. Also admitted possession of a Class B drug (cannabis).

17 Oct 2024

Albest Deda

Production of cannabis *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Albest Deda, 27, from Lymington Road, Dagenham, was involved in growing £100,000 worth of cannabis at two large units on the Globe Industrial Estate, Rectory Road, Grays. Essex Police discovered 230 plants weighing 46kg on 3 June 2024.

Admitted being concerned in the production of cannabis.

11 Oct 2024

Besjan Mustafaj

Production of cannabis *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Besjan Mustafaj, 32, from Booth Road, North Woolwich, was involved in growing £100,000 worth of cannabis at two large units on the Globe Industrial Estate, Rectory Road, Grays. Essex Police discovered 230 plants weighing 46kg on 3 June 2024.

Admitted being concerned in the production of cannabis.

11 Oct 2024

Ervin Sadikaj

Production of cannabis *

Sentence

4 years and 8 months imprisonment

Ervin Sadikaj, 34, from Langley Crescent, Dagenham, was involved in growing £100,000 worth of cannabis at two large units on the Globe Industrial Estate, Rectory Road, Grays. Essex Police discovered 230 plants weighing 46kg on 3 June 2024.

Admitted being concerned in the production of cannabis.

11 Oct 2024

Pashk Gjonaj

Production of cannabis *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Pashk Gjonaj, 32, of no fixed address, was involved in growing £100,000 worth of cannabis at two large units on the Globe Industrial Estate, Rectory Road, Grays. Essex Police discovered 230 plants weighing 46kg on 3 June 2024.

Admitted being concerned in the production of cannabis.

11 Oct 2024

Virginia Mccullough

Murder *

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.

11 Oct 2024

Cole Macdonald

Criminal damage *

Sentence

6 weeks imprisonment suspended for 8 months, 20 rehabilitation activity days

On June 20, 2023, at Stansted Airport in Essex, Jennifer Kowalski and Cole Macdonald breached the perimeter fence using an angle grinder and sprayed orange paint from fire extinguishers on two private jets belonging to an insurance firm and an investment group, targeting Taylor Swift's jet but switching after being spotted. They filmed the act. The direct cleaning cost was £12,576, with additional £24,000 for consultation and inspection, and £19,234 for fence repairs. The protest aimed to highlight the climate crisis with minimal public impact.

Autism diagnosis. Excluded from Stansted Airport unless with valid ticket. 11 days in custody and curfew had salutary effect.

7 Oct 2024

Jennifer Kowalski

Criminal damage *

Sentence

5 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 30 programme requirement days, £480 fine

Previous convictions over protests in Scotland. Actions affected by neurodivergence. Excluded from Stansted Airport unless with valid ticket.

7 Oct 2024

Dean Smith

Violent disorder *

Sentence

1 year and 10 months imprisonment

Dean Smith, 51, of Epping, participated in violent disorder during a protest outside The Bell Hotel in Epping on July 17, 2024, following demonstrations sparked by a sexual assault incident involving an asylum seeker housed at the hotel.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder at an earlier hearing.

6 Oct 2024

Martin Peagram

Violent disorder *

Sentence

2 years and 2 months imprisonment

Martin Peagram, 33, of Loughton, participated in violent disorder during a protest outside The Bell Hotel in Epping on July 17, 2024, following demonstrations sparked by a sexual assault incident involving an asylum seeker housed at the hotel.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder at an earlier hearing.

6 Oct 2024

Stuart Williams

Violent disorder *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Stuart Williams, 36, of Thornwood, Epping, participated in violent disorder during a protest outside The Bell Hotel in Epping on July 17, 2024, following demonstrations sparked by a sexual assault incident involving an asylum seeker housed at the hotel.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder at an earlier hearing.

6 Oct 2024

September 2024 5 cases

Lee Farrugia

Grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

4 years and 10 months imprisonment, plus 19 months for dangerous driving and handling stolen goods, and 2 years extended licence

Lee Farrugia was involved in a violent robbery in a residential car park in Guildfords, Harlow, on February 2, 2024, where a 17-year-old boy was seriously assaulted, forced off his e-bike, and left with a fractured skull after his bike was stolen and placed in a stolen car with cloned plates that Farrugia was driving.

Admitted grievous bodily harm.

9 Sep 2024

Jason Millard

Burglary *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment

Jason Millard was involved in handling stolen goods, including the e-bike stolen during a violent robbery in a residential car park in Guildfords, Harlow, on February 2, 2024, and another missing e-bike from a separate burglary.

No specific plea mentioned.

9 Sep 2024

Charlie Farrugia

Robbery *

Sentence

3 years and 3 months imprisonment

Charlie Farrugia participated in a violent robbery in a residential car park in Guildfords, Harlow, on February 2, 2024, where a 17-year-old boy was attacked, forced off his e-bike, and his bike was stolen and placed in a stolen car with cloned plates.

Admitted robbery.

9 Sep 2024

Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu

Sexual assault *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, a 38-year-old Ethiopian national and asylum seeker who arrived in the UK by small boat days before the incidents in July 2024, sexually assaulted a 14-year-old girl by placing his hand on her thigh and stroking her hair after telling two teenage girls he wanted to 'have a baby with each of them' and attempting to kiss them. He was also convicted of sexually assaulting a woman by attempting to kiss her, placing his hand on her leg, and telling her she was attractive. The assaults occurred while he was residing at the Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex.

Pleaded not guilty but convicted after a three-day hearing. Judge commented that his conduct 'really highlights the poor regard you must have for women'. Expressed firm wish to be removed from the country.

1 Sep 2024

Luke D'wit

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 37 years

Luke D'Wit, 34, murdered Carol Baxter, 64, and her husband Stephen Baxter, 61, using fentanyl at their home on Mersea Island in April 2023. He posed as a fictional doctor to control Mrs Baxter's medication, pretending to help cure her autoimmune disease but actually causing her health to deteriorate further, as part of a web of lies and deception to ensure financial gain.

Mr Justice Lavender stated that D'Wit had brought grief and misery to the family. Described as a cruel and senseless killer who posed as a doctor and created a fake Will to benefit financially.

1 Sep 2024

August 2024 3 cases

Luke Harvey

Burglary *

Sentence

2 years and 11 months imprisonment

Luke Harvey, 32, of no fixed address, committed seven burglaries in the Harwich area between February and March 2024. He targeted businesses including restaurants, hair salons, florists, and a charity shop for East Anglia's Children's Hospices, stealing cash, products, and a till, while causing substantial damage. He was arrested on March 18, 2024, with stolen goods in his possession, and made admissions during custody.

Pleaded guilty to seven counts of burglary. Received a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from Harwich and Dovercourt for three years.

7 Aug 2024

Bailey Wood

Robbery *

Sentence

six years and eight months imprisonment

Bailey Wood, aged 19, was part of a gang that assaulted a man in his 30s during a dispute over trick or treating on October 31, 2023, in Coggeshall Road. The victim, who was out with his children, was stabbed in the chest after asking the group to stop swearing. Wood was arrested within 10 minutes of the incident, and the group fled the scene afterwards.

Convicted of robbery, grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of a bladed article, and affray. Investigating officer praised the victim's courage and the quick actions that led to arrests.

6 Aug 2024

Oliver Grange

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 15 years

Oliver Grange, 24, murdered his mother Rachel Dixon, 49, by stabbing her at her former home in Clacton in March 2024. Emergency services responded to reports of a seriously injured woman with a stab wound. Grange was arrested in the garden after locking the front door. He read a prepared statement during police questioning, refusing to answer questions.

Pled guilty to murder. The attack was described as truly horrific and violent by DCI Greg Wood.

1 Aug 2024

July 2024 5 cases

Scott Warner

Burglary *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment and banned from driving for 47 months

Scott Warner and William Cross burgled a caravan at Weeley Bridge Caravan Park on April 4, 2024, stealing bank cards and other items. They attempted over a dozen fraudulent transactions in Clacton. On April 10, 2024, during a police chase on the A12, Warner drove dangerously, trying to evade officers and damaging three police vehicles.

Admitted to burglary, dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, driving without insurance, and five counts of fraud. Must pay a victim surcharge of £187.

27 Jul 2024

William Cross

Fraud *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

William Cross was involved in the burglary of a caravan at Weeley Bridge Caravan Park on April 4, 2024, where bank cards were stolen and used for fraudulent transactions in Clacton.

Admitted to three counts of fraud. Must pay a victim surcharge of £187.

27 Jul 2024

Summer Andrew

Arranging the commission of a child sex offence *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Summer Andrew, 23, of Old Road, Clacton, and her partner Nick Barrett engaged in sexual activity online while children were present. They filmed themselves having sex and exchanged this footage for live streams of a four-year-old child being abused on the now-defunct chat platform Omegle. The investigation began in December 2021 after intelligence revealed the activity. Andrew was charged with arranging the commission of a child sex offence, pleaded not guilty, but was found guilty at Chelmsford Crown Court on 11 April 2024. She was sentenced to three years' imprisonment on 17 July 2024.

Pleaded not guilty but found guilty following trial. Issued with Sexual Harm Prevention Order and indefinite Notification Requirement Order. Judge Morgan: 'This offence is so serious only a custodial sentence can be justified.'

17 Jul 2024

Gavin Plumb

Soliciting murder and incitement to rape and kidnap *

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.

12 Jul 2024

T-Jay Shepherd

Dangerous Driving *

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.

10 Jul 2024

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3-5 New St, Chelmsford CM1 1NT, Chelmsford, CM1 1NT, United Kingdom

+441245603000

www.gov.uk

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Monday - Sunday: 09:00 - 17:00

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About Chelmsford Crown Court

Chelmsford Crown Court, located in Chelmsford, is a Crown Court that handles serious criminal cases including murder, rape, robbery, and other indictable offences. With 206 sentencing records in our database, it is one of the Crown Courts serving the Chelmsford area. Crown Courts sit with a judge and jury, and have the power to impose the full range of sentences available under UK law.

The court can be found at 3-5 New St, Chelmsford CM1 1NT, CM1 1NT.

Accessibility provisions at this court include wheelchair accessible entrance.

For enquiries about cases heard at this court, you can contact the court by telephone on +441245603000 or visit the official court website for further information.

All sentencing information published on this page has been sourced from publicly-available records and verified by our editorial team. If you believe any information is inaccurate or should be removed, you can submit a removal request directly from the relevant listing above.

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Chelmsford Crown Court Sentencing Results

Annette Lawrence

Sheldon Johnson

Nyasha Best

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas

Fatlind Imeraj

Fisnik Hoxha

Chace Wiseman

James Gibbs

Marshall Bartram

Christopher Allen

Mohammed Uddin

Jack Reid

Kieron Singleton

Connor Jones

Nichole Pratt

Calogero Ricotta

Deividas Fiodorovas

Marvin Usher

Shane Hadderton

Darren Hornsby

Tye Hunt

David Pickthall

Matthew Martin

Mark Christopher

Shiza Harper

Sean Harper

Aaron Elles

Albest Deda

Besjan Mustafaj

Ervin Sadikaj

Pashk Gjonaj

Virginia Mccullough

Cole Macdonald

Jennifer Kowalski

Dean Smith

Martin Peagram

Stuart Williams

Lee Farrugia

Jason Millard

Charlie Farrugia

Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu

Luke D'wit

Luke Harvey

Bailey Wood

Oliver Grange

Scott Warner

William Cross

Summer Andrew

Gavin Plumb

T-Jay Shepherd

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