Derby Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 29 verdicts at Derby Crown Court (Derby, Derby). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Jordan Newton-Kay
Causing death by dangerous driving
July 28, 2025

Sentence: More than five years imprisonment

Jordan Newton-Kay was involved in a fatal crash that resulted in the death of Alana Armstrong, a mother-of-one, leading to his sentencing for the offence.
Convicted for killing mum-of-one Alana Armstrong in a death crash, with her boyfriend expressing profound loss.
Sources: derbytelegraph.co.uk
Lee Young
Murder
July 23, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment

Lee Young strangled his neighbour to death in Heanor, an act that led to his conviction for murder.
Strangled his neighbour to death and showed a complete lack of remorse for his actions.
Sources: derbytelegraph.co.uk
Abdulsalam Hassan
Attempted Murder
July 7, 2025

Sentence: 28 years custody plus a 4-year extended licence

Abdulsalam Hassan, a warehouse worker, lay in wait for his colleague Abdulmalik Aman at a busy junction in Derby on October 2, 2024. He armed himself with a 3lb dumbbell and attacked Aman from behind, striking him 31 times on the head and body while he was defenceless. The assault was captured on CCTV, showing Hassan lifting Aman's head for a final blow before leaving him unconscious. Aman suffered life-threatening injuries, including a severe brain injury, right-sided paralysis, loss of half his skull, constant pain, and social isolation, requiring ongoing medical care and assistance.
Convicted of attempted murder after a jury trial. No previous convictions; mitigating factors included a history of conflict with the victim and his wife recently giving birth. Judge described the attack as ferocious and sustained, with the defendant showing no remorse.
Sources: mirror.co.uk
Abdusalam Hassan
Attempted Murder
July 7, 2025

Sentence: 28 years imprisonment with an extended licence of 4 years

Abdusalam Hassan armed himself with a dumbbell from his home and lay in wait for his victim. He attacked the victim on Abbey Street, Derby, at about 7pm on October 2, hitting him 31 times while he was unconscious, causing severe brain injuries, paralysis to one side of the body, and the need for significant care. The motive was linked to a previous assault on Hassan by the victim and another man.
Admitted assault but denied attempted murder. Convicted after a three-day trial. Described as a dangerous individual who showed no mercy.
Sources: birminghammail.co.uk
Jordan Peake
Assault
June 10, 2025

Sentence: Over 13 years imprisonment

Jordan Peake brutally struck a woman with a hammer and left a Derby man for dead in a series of savage assaults.
Jailed for savage assaults on a Derby man and a woman.
Sources: derbytelegraph.co.uk
Joshua Hill
Causing death by dangerous driving
May 30, 2025

Sentence: 13 years imprisonment

Joshua Hill, 27, drove his BMW head-on into another car on the A632 near Chesterfield, killing a mother and son. He then fled the scene and was later arrested at his mother’s address after being on the run from police for two days with a packed bag in case he needed to escape quickly.
Engaged in what can only be described as automotive Russian roulette. Ran away from the scene and was arrested two days later at his mother’s address with a packed bag.
Sources: derbyshiretimes.co.uk
Michael Taylor
Unlawful intercourse
May 10, 2025

Sentence: 20 years and 6 months imprisonment

Michael Taylor, 65, committed sex offences against two under-aged girls, including unlawful intercourse with girls under 13 and indecent assault on girls under 14, which occurred prior to his arrest and trial.
Found guilty of seven offences after a trial, including three counts of unlawful intercourse with a girl under 13 and four counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14.
Sources: derbyshiretimes.co.uk
Keith Morton
Sexual Abuse
April 22, 2025

Sentence: three years and four months imprisonment

Keith Morton sexually abused a young boy, committing seven counts including buggery, indecent assault, and gross indecency. The offences occurred when he was aged between 15 and 20 years old.
Found guilty after a trial of seven counts. Aged 15 to 20 at the time of the offending and currently 55 years old, from Brimington, Chesterfield.
Sources: derbyshiretimes.co.uk
Martyn Garland
Rape
April 19, 2025

Sentence: 18 years imprisonment

Martyn Garland, 50, was jailed for the rape and sexual abuse of a young girl. He was convicted of nine offences against the girl, including sexual assault and rape, which took place over an unspecified period prior to his prosecution.
Convicted of nine offences including two counts of sexual assault against a child, two counts of inciting a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity, assaulting a girl under 13 by penetration, sexual assault, and three counts of rape.
Sources: derbyshiretimes.co.uk
Andrew Taylor
Sexual Assault
April 8, 2025

Sentence: 12 weeks imprisonment

Andrew Taylor, 37, of Southgate Way, Barrow Hill, sexually assaulted his victim by bumping into her at McDonald’s in Low Pavement on July 18, 2024, then reaching down and squeezing the right side of her bottom for about a second as she walked past. She felt violated by the incident. He was arrested on the same day and has a history of similar offences, including a six-month jail term for groping a police officer in December 2021.
Pleaded guilty to sexual assault. Has 15 prior convictions including assaults and a previous sexual assault. Judge Shaun Smith KC noted that Taylor presents a risk to the public, lacks self-awareness and motivation for rehabilitation, and that there is no realistic prospect of addressing his alcohol issues. An existing seven-year sexual harm prevention order remains in place until 2028.
Sources: derbyshiretimes.co.uk
Jonathan Clark
Voyeurism
March 20, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment and a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order

Jonathan Clark set up a hidden camera in a clock and charging station in a private space used by the victim, recording footage without their knowledge. He was arrested in 2022 after Derbyshire police discovered images and footage of the victim on his devices, as well as a recording of him installing the device and a number of indecent images of children.
Pleaded guilty to voyeurism, installing equipment with intent to commit voyeurism, and taking and making indecent images of children. Detective Constable Ruth Robinson described him as a manipulative offender whose actions were motivated by personal gratification.
Sources: derbyshiretimes.co.uk
Lee Fazakerley
Ear Cropping
March 12, 2025

Sentence: 4 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, banned from keeping dogs for 4 years, £400 costs, £154 victim surcharge, 200 hours unpaid work, and 20 Rehabilitation Activity Requirement days

Lee Fazakerley knowingly paid someone in Birmingham £400 to perform an illegal ear cropping procedure on his female Doberman named Cartel, causing the dog extreme pain. This was not a spontaneous act but a deliberate choice to alter the dog's appearance as a status symbol, contrary to the Animal Welfare Act 2006. The incident was prosecuted amid rising reports of such procedures.
Pleaded guilty to causing ear cropping. Judge condemned the act as a 'macho status symbol' and noted the defendant's poor mental health and history of caring for dogs.
Sources: chad.co.uk
India Shemwell
Child cruelty
November 15, 2024

Sentence: Three years imprisonment

India Shemwell failed to prioritise the needs of her four-month-old son, Elijah Shemwell, by not seeking medical help quickly after he sustained injuries, including sending videos of him unresponsive and gasping for breath on January 1 and 2, 2022. She admitted to child cruelty and did not dial emergency services promptly, leading to his death on January 5, 2022.
Admitted two counts of child cruelty for failing to seek prompt medical attention. Described as a thoroughly inadequate mother who neglected her son's needs.
Sources: standard.co.uk
Carl Alesbrook
Murder
November 15, 2024

Sentence: Indefinite detention at His Majesty's Pleasure with a minimum term of 14 years

Carl Alesbrook, aged 16 at the time, shook his partner's four-month-old baby, Elijah Shemwell, causing catastrophic brain injuries, whiplash-type injuries, bleeding on the brain, and multiple bone fractures. This occurred on New Year's Day and January 2, 2022, seven weeks after meeting the mother in November 2021. He sent a Snapchat message insulting the baby days before the incident and looked after the child while the mother was away.
Denied murdering the baby but was unanimously convicted after a trial. Described as very young and immature at the time, and capable of being a caring father figure.
Sources: standard.co.uk
Gary Stevens
Being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death
October 18, 2024

Sentence: 4.5 years imprisonment

Gary Stevens, 55, was in charge of an aggressive 14-month-old Cane Corso dog that mauled his 51-year-old brother, Wayne Stevens, to death at their home in Cameron Road, Normanton, Derby, on April 22, 2023. Stevens was drunk at the time and failed to control the dog, which caused multiple, massive, and horrific injuries to Wayne near the foot of a stairway. Stevens had previously been aware of the dog's aggressive behaviour, including attacks on others, and had allowed it to roam freely despite knowing the risks.
Pleaded guilty to being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death. Judge noted that Stevens knew of the dog's dangers, was influenced by alcohol, and showed genuine remorse. He was also given a lifetime ban from keeping a dog.
Sources: standard.co.uk
Aiden Phipps
Rape
August 23, 2024

Sentence: 12 years and 6 months imprisonment with an extended licence period of 3 years

Aiden Phipps, aged 15 to 17 at the time, raped and sexually assaulted five young girls in several attacks. Incidents included pursuing a 12-year-old girl on Snapchat and forcefully raping her, dragging a 17-year-old girl to an abandoned area for forced intercourse where he pushed her back down each time she tried to get up, and groping another 17-year-old girl sexually over her clothing. Several offences occurred while he was on bail, leading to severe impacts on victims, including attempts to take their own lives and significant psychological harm.
Pleaded guilty to multiple offences including rape of a child under 13, sexual assault, and assault by penetration. Judge noted he posed a significant risk of serious harm to young girls and continued to offend while on bail.
Sources: chad.co.uk
Zac Newman
Murder
July 5, 2024

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 24 years

Zac Newman, 27, drove a three-tonne van into a crowd of pedestrians in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, on December 16, 2023, after drinking alcohol and taking cocaine. This act killed Sam Wilson, 26, and injured two others, Sean Cardwell and Daniel Rowley, in what was described as a deliberate revenge attack following an altercation earlier that night.
Found guilty of murder, wounding with intent, and attempted wounding with intent. Judge Mr Shaun Smith KC noted that Newman showed no remorse, intended to cause serious harm, and 'weaponised' the van in revenge for an earlier altercation. Defence claimed remorse, but judge rejected this.
Sources: standard.co.uk
Darren Hall
Murder
December 19, 2023

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 17 years

Darren Hall murdered his ex-partner Sarah Henshaw, 31, by attacking her during an argument at her home in Norman Street, Ilkeston, on June 20, 2023. He drove her body 20 miles and dumped it in woodland near a lay-by on the westbound A617 near Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Hall used Ms Henshaw's phone to send texts suggesting she was alive, disposed of her belongings, and lied to police. The judge determined he likely strangled her and acted to cover up the crime.
Found guilty of murder after a two-week trial. Judge noted no genuine remorse and prior violence in the relationship. He trembled during sentencing and had no previous convictions.
Sources: standard.co.uk
Rachael Boardman
Causing death by dangerous driving
November 22, 2023

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment and 13 years driving disqualification

On September 10, 2022, Rachael Boardman was driving a Peugeot 206 with passengers Dominic Fryer and Michael Osborne after a party where she had been drinking heavily, taken cocaine, and smoked cannabis. She failed to negotiate a bend on Lullington Road in Overseal, causing the car to leave the road and collide head-on with a tree. This resulted in the death of Dominic Fryer, who was not wearing a seat belt, and serious injuries to Michael Osborne. Boardman herself sustained injuries including 16 fractured ribs, a punctured lung, and a dislocated hip.
Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injuries by dangerous driving. Had alcohol, cocaine, and cannabis in her system. Expressed remorse in a letter to the judge, stating her guilt and remorse will remain forever. Her children were placed in foster care as a result.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Gemma Barton
Causing or allowing the death of a child
August 4, 2023

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment

Gemma Barton caused or allowed the death of her 10-month-old son, Jacob Crouch, who suffered severe injuries including 39 rib fractures, 19 bruises, and internal injuries comparable to those from a car crash. The incident occurred at their home in Linton, near Swadlincote in Derbyshire, and Jacob was found dead in his cot on December 30, 2020.
Jailed for causing or allowing the death of her son and one count of child cruelty.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Craig Crouch
Murder
August 4, 2023

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 28 years

Craig Crouch murdered his 10-month-old stepson, Jacob Crouch, by inflicting a vicious fatal attack that resulted in 39 rib fractures, 19 visible bruises, and internal injuries comparable to those from a car crash. The incident occurred at their home in Linton, near Swadlincote in Derbyshire, and Jacob was found dead in his cot on December 30, 2020.
Found guilty of murdering his 10-month-old stepson and three counts of child cruelty. The judge stated that he caused acute physical and mental suffering and showed no remorse.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Daria Bartkowiak
Speeding
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £60, ordered to pay £100 costs and £34 victim surcharge, and licence endorsed with three penalty points

Daria Bartkowiak, 34, of Rose Hill, Woodville, Swadlincote, was speeding at 47mph in a 40mph limit in Warwick Avenue, Derby, on March 19, 2021.
Appeared for speeding.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Attif Mahfooz
Driving without due care and attention
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £440, ordered to pay £90 costs and £176 victim surcharge, and licence endorsed with five penalty points

Attif Mahfooz, 34, of Gordon Street, Burton, was driving without due care and attention and failed to comply with a red light in Derby Road, Swadlincote, on March 10, 2023.
Appeared for driving without due care and attention and failing to comply with a red light.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Amanda James
Driving without insurance
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £120, ordered to pay £110 costs and £48 victim surcharge, and licence endorsed with six penalty points

Amanda James, 34, of Bridge Close, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, was driving without insurance in Alexandra Road, Swadlincote, on February 7, 2023.
Appeared for driving without insurance.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Georgina Hodson
Speeding
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £484, ordered to pay £90 costs and £193 victim surcharge, and licence endorsed with six penalty points

Georgina Hodson, 27, of The Castle Way, Willington, was speeding at 53mph in a 30mph limit in Brick Kiln Lane, Morley, on May 3, 2023.
Appeared for speeding.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Ebrima Sillah
Driving without insurance
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £825, ordered to pay £85 costs and £83 victim surcharge, and licence endorsed with six penalty points

Ebrima Sillah, 45, of Twyford Road, Barrow-on-Trent, was driving without insurance in Twyford Road, Barrow-on-Trent, on May 29, 2022.
Appeared for driving without insurance.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Kamau Alexander
Driving without an MOT certificate
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £100, ordered to pay £110 costs and £40 victim surcharge

Kamau Alexander, 28, of South Oak Street, Burton, was driving without an MOT certificate in Rykneld Road, Derby, on October 18, 2022.
Appeared for driving without an MOT certificate.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Seyhan Mollov
Driving without insurance
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £370, ordered to pay £90 costs and £148 victim surcharge, and licence endorsed with six penalty points

Seyhan Mollov, 27, of Hunter Street, Burton, was driving without insurance or a valid licence in Acacia Avenue, Midway, on April 30, 2023.
Appeared for driving without insurance or a valid licence.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk
Maggie-Mae Elliott
Speeding
July 27, 2023

Sentence: Fined £115, ordered to pay £90 costs and £46 victim surcharge, and licence endorsed with three penalty points

Maggie-Mae Elliott, 23, of Salisbury Avenue, Midway, was speeding at 39mph in a 30mph limit in Wood Lane, Newhall, on January 9, 2023.
Appeared for speeding.
Sources: staffordshire-live.co.uk

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