Derby Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 65 verdicts at Derby Crown Court (Derby, Derby). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Haybe Cabdiraxmaan Nur

Murder

October 29, 2025

Sentence: life imprisonment with a minimum term of 25 years

Haybe Cabdiraxmaan Nur, 47, of Western Road, Normanton, born in Somalia and having paid £400 to be smuggled into the UK illegally via a small boat in September 2024, randomly selected and stabbed Gurvinder Singh Johal, known as Danny, 37, a father-of-three and son of the owner of Hen and Chickens Bar and Grill in West Bromwich, in the chest with a knife inside a bank branch in Derby city centre on the afternoon of May 6, 2025. The attack occurred in front of horrified customers and staff while Johal was queuing to withdraw money to pay his restaurant staff. Johal was declared dead at the scene. Nur was arrested later that day at his address and had an ongoing asylum appeal at the time.

Pleaded guilty to murder. Judge Smith described the act as a brutal and callous random stabbing in broad daylight. Time already spent in custody counts towards the minimum term.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Diontai Simpson

Drug Dealing

October 17, 2025

Sentence: more than 2 years imprisonment

Diontai Simpson, a Derby drug dealer, was caught attempting to escape police by climbing out of a bedroom window.

Laura Mcpherson

Fraud

October 17, 2025

Sentence: ordered to pay thousands

Laura McPherson committed cancer fraud by convincing her ex-partner and others she had the disease, leading her own daughter to believe it as well.

Told to pay thousands to ex-partner she conned; described as 'wicked and devious' cancer fraudster; own daughter thought she had the disease.

Sources: derbytelegraph.co.uk

Jamie Birks

Assaulting emergency workers

October 3, 2025

Sentence: 27 weeks in prison

On September 26, 2025, Jamie Birks, 38, of no fixed abode, stole a spade from a council worker's trolley in Derby city centre and swung it at advertising boards and bystanders on St Peter's Street. He was tackled to the ground by a member of the public and restrained by two PCSOs. While being held down, he assaulted the officers by hitting and kicking them. After being transported to a police station, he lunged at an officer in his cell and bit him on the leg, issued threats, headbutted an officer on the leg, and spat at another.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of assaulting emergency workers. Became violent towards officers after arrest, including hitting, kicking, lunging, biting, headbutting, and spitting.

Sources: walesonline.co.uk

Joel Herrett

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 23 years and 8 months imprisonment

Joel Herrett collaborated with Jacob Fieldsend in supplying cocaine across the Midlands, managing drug lines in Chesterfield and Sheffield. He directed operations that involved distributing large quantities of the class A drug and was linked to weapons and violent activities within the gang.

Part of his sentence was for his involvement in a series of firearms discharges in 2022. He worked closely with Jacob Fieldsend to run cocaine supply streams and drug lines in Chesterfield and Sheffield.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Jacob Fieldsend

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 23 years and 8 months imprisonment

Jacob Fieldsend was involved in a large-scale cocaine supply operation across the Midlands, buying multiple kilos at a time and distributing them to dealers in Derbyshire and Sheffield. He operated as a wholesale supplier and ran drug lines, with police seizing 4kg of cocaine from him in August 2023. The gang's activities included dangerous driving and possession of weapons.

Part of his sentence was for his involvement in a series of firearms discharges in 2022. He was a senior member who bought multiple kilos of cocaine from his supplier and supplied it to other dealers.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Jake Barnsley

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 7 years and 2 months imprisonment

Jake Barnsley was part of the organised crime group that distributed cocaine across the Midlands, with police uncovering more than 9kg of the drug and over £120,000 in cash linked to the gang's activities.

Jordan Green

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 9 years and 8 months imprisonment

Jordan Green was a substantial cocaine dealer supplied by Jacob Fieldsend, running multiple drug lines and employing others to sell the drug. Police seized 2kg of cocaine from him, and he was part of the gang's network that profited from distributing cocaine across Derbyshire.

He operated his own drug lines and employed Benjamin Matthews and Stacey Jones to sell cocaine on his behalf.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Luke Phipp

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 9 years imprisonment

Luke Phipp was part of the gang's drug supply chain, receiving cocaine from Jacob Fieldsend and selling it directly to users in the Midlands. The operation involved over 9kg of cocaine and associated violence and weapons.

Michael Hall

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 10 months imprisonment

Michael Hall was a drug dealer supplied by Jacob Fieldsend, selling cocaine directly to users in the Midlands. The gang's activities included distributing over 9kg of cocaine and possessing weapons.

Stacey Jones

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Stacey Jones worked for Jordan Green, assisting in the sale of cocaine within the gang's operations that involved supplying over 9kg of the drug across Derbyshire and surrounding areas.

Christopher Hall

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Christopher Hall was involved in selling cocaine directly to users as part of the gang supplied by Jacob Fieldsend. The operation spanned Derbyshire and included seizures of cash, drugs, and weapons.

Daniel Hicklin

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 5 months imprisonment

Daniel Hicklin was a substantial cocaine dealer supplied by Jacob Fieldsend, involved in distributing the drug to users. He was convicted for his role in the gang's conspiracy after a trial.

Daniel Karim

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 19 years and 8 months imprisonment

Daniel Karim supplied multiple kilos of cocaine to key members of the gang, including Jacob Fieldsend. Police linked him to 2kg seized from Jordan Green and 4kg from Fieldsend, and he was arrested with cash and items indicating his role in the drug supply network across Derbyshire and South Yorkshire.

Part of his sentence relates to a cocaine conspiracy in South Yorkshire. He supplied cocaine to Jacob Fieldsend and was found with £11,000 worth of trainers.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Harry Chapman

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 7 years and 6 months imprisonment

Harry Chapman received cocaine from Jacob Fieldsend and sold it directly to users as part of the gang's operations across Derbyshire and surrounding areas, which included seizures of cash, weapons, and drugs.

Aaron Megson-Willis

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 10 years and 5 months imprisonment

Aaron Megson-Willis supplied cocaine to Jacob Fieldsend and other dealers, with police finding pictures and messages on his phone showing large quantities of cash and drugs. He was part of the gang's operation that distributed over 9kg of cocaine across the Midlands.

He also admitted a separate offence of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. He worked closely with Daniel Karim to supply Fieldsend and others.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Alex West

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 3 months imprisonment

Alex West was part of the cocaine distribution network led by Jacob Fieldsend, selling the drug across the Midlands as part of a larger operation that involved weapons and significant cash seizures.

Benjamin Matthews

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Benjamin Matthews worked for Jordan Green, selling cocaine as part of the gang's network that distributed large quantities across the Midlands, with police seizing drugs and cash.

Brandon Thompson

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 9 years imprisonment

Brandon Thompson bought large quantities of cocaine from Jacob Fieldsend and sold it on in the Burton area. In October 2023, he was caught with nearly a quarter of a kilo of cocaine, and evidence on his phone showed his extensive dealing activities.

He was a customer of Fieldsend and bragged about buying six figures worth of cocaine monthly. Police found weapons and £67,000 in cash at his home.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Cameron Turner

Conspiracy to supply a class A drug

September 29, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 11 months imprisonment

Cameron Turner supplied cocaine to users via a phone line directed by Joel Herrett. Police arrested him in November 2023 with 39 individual deals of cocaine and £22,000 in cash, as part of the gang's widespread drug dealing.

He also admitted conspiracy to acquire, use, or possess criminal property. He operated a phone line under Joel Herrett's direction.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Ivan Godla

Attempted Rape

September 23, 2025

Sentence: 8 years and 1 month imprisonment

Ivan Godla followed a woman out of McDonald's in Osmaston Park Road, Derby, on the evening of November 19, 2024. He trailed her down Portland Street, tried to speak to her, exposed himself, pushed her to the ground, and attempted to rape her. The victim fought him off, escaped, and reported the incident to the police, leading to his arrest two days later.

Admitted to sexual assault, sexual exposure, and attempted rape. Detective described the attack as calculated and predatory, and noted the victim's courage.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Jakub Lewandrowski

Drink driving

September 19, 2025

Sentence: Community order with 140 hours of unpaid work, disqualified from driving for 3 years, and a 45-day Alcohol Abstinence Requirement

PC Jakub Lewandrowski was arrested for drink driving on August 31, 2025, in Wollaton Road, Nottingham, and again on September 19, 2025, in Tunnicliffe Close, Ilkeston, where he was found to be over the legal limit. He appeared in court and pleaded guilty to both offences.

Pled guilty to two counts of drink driving. Ordered to pay £85 costs and £114 surcharge. Suspended from police duties.

Sources: nottinghampost.com

Anthony Tipper

Murder

September 19, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment

Anthony Tipper committed a knife killing, for which he was jailed for life. The circumstances involved the death of a victim, and the victim's mother expressed that she would never know the answer to a key question regarding the incident.

Euton Rook

Shop theft

September 17, 2025

Sentence: 41 weeks imprisonment and 692 days driving disqualification

Euton Rook, a prolific shoplifter, was spotted driving a Ford Mondeo with an altered number plate near the Crewe and Harpur pub in Swarkestone, Derbyshire, on August 18, 2025. He failed to stop for police, drove over a stinger device that deflated all four tyres, and continued a slow pursuit at 10-15mph. He collided with a crash barrier and a police car, injuring an officer. The vehicle was linked to several shop thefts.

Admitted two counts of shop theft, failing to stop for police, driving while disqualified, using a vehicle without insurance, failing to provide a specimen, criminal damage, and assault. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and compensation to the officer and the two shops.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Armaan Afsar

Causing death by dangerous driving

September 8, 2025

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment and an eight years and eight months driving ban

Armaan Afsar was driving a Volkswagen Golf at speeds between 59mph and 62mph on a 30mph residential road in Douglas Street, Derby, in the early hours of February 13, 2022. He attempted to overtake a taxi at high speed, striking Joanna Cieszynska, a 35-year-old pedestrian, with such force that she was thrown a significant distance. She suffered catastrophic injuries and died on October 7, 2022, after eight months in hospital.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving after initially denying the charge. His actions left two children orphaned, and he must pass an extended test before driving again.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Dale Lynch

Assisting an offender

September 4, 2025

Sentence: Three years imprisonment

Dale Lynch assisted Simon Thomason in disposing of crucial evidence, including the murder weapon and clothing, after Thomason stabbed Anthony Tipper to death on January 9, 2025. Lynch's actions were part of an attempt to cover up the crime, which involved reviewing CCTV footage and constructing a false alibi.

Found guilty of assisting an offender by helping Simon Thomason dispose of evidence after the murder.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Simon Thomason

Murder

September 4, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 19 years

Simon Thomason stabbed an unconscious Anthony Tipper to death in his flat in Witney Close, Allenton, on January 9, 2025. After the killing, Thomason called 999 and falsely claimed to have found the victim unresponsive. He was involved in drug-related activities and likely acted due to a perceived debt related to lost drugs. Police discovered evidence of Thomason disposing of the murder weapon and clothing with the help of an associate.

Convicted of murder following a two-week trial. He enlisted the help of Dale Lynch to dispose of evidence and made a 999 call admitting the victim was dead.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Charlie Hartle

Murder

August 31, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum of 20 years

Charlie Hartle, aged 17 at the time, stabbed Noah Smedley with a Rambo-style knife during a meeting arranged to buy cannabis on the evening of December 28, 2024, in Rose Avenue, off Heanor Road, Ilkeston. The attack resulted in Noah's death from a single stab wound to the chest. Hartle and his friends fled the scene after the incident.

Pleaded guilty to murder. Judge Shaun Smith KC noted the defendant's fascination with knives and the dreadful epidemic of knife crime.

Sources: nottinghampost.com

Kaylam Prince

Sexual activity with a child

August 29, 2025

Sentence: 28 months imprisonment

Kaylam Prince, aged 28, sent explicit messages to an underage schoolgirl, asked for naked pictures, and engaged in a sexual relationship with her. The victim was well below the age of consent and showed courage during the investigation. He was arrested in July 2024 after the messages were uncovered.

Admitted to sexual communication with a child and two counts of sexual activity with a child. Also handed a five-year sexual harm prevention order and a five-year restraining order.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Charles Hartle

Murder

August 22, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 20 years

Charles Hartle, then 17, fatally stabbed 18-year-old Noah Smedley through the heart with a Rambo-style knife during a drug deal on December 28, 2024, in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. Masked and grinning, he attacked unprovoked, then attended a house party, confessed to his girlfriend, disposed of the knife and his clothes, and later turned himself in, claiming self-defence due to prior threats from the victim.

Found guilty of murder after a two-week trial at Derby Crown Court. The judge described the killing as an 'utterly pointless' act amid a knife crime epidemic and noted Hartle's unhealthy fascination with knives and gang culture. Defence argued he was exploited and a victim of modern slavery, with remorse expressed.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Aimee Betro

Attempted Murder

August 22, 2025

Sentence: 30 years imprisonment

Aimee Betro, a 45-year-old woman from Wisconsin, was hired as a hitwoman to carry out a shooting as part of a family rivalry. She attempted to kill Sikander Ali on his doorstep in a bungled attack, but the gun jammed, preventing the murder from occurring. This incident was linked to a plot orchestrated by a Derby man.

Hired by Mohammed Nazir from Derby to shoot Sikander Ali outside his home amid a rivalry between two families. The gun jammed at point-blank range.

Sources: derbytelegraph.co.uk

Tomas Jasmontas

Production of cannabis

August 14, 2025

Sentence: 33 weeks imprisonment

Tomas Jasmontas was caught tending to a large-scale cannabis grow operation at a property in Stafford Close, Eastwood, Southend, on April 28, 2020. The operation involved 70 cannabis plants across several rooms, estimated to be worth up to £100,000 if sold in small deals. He failed to attend required court appearances, leading to a warrant for his arrest, and was eventually apprehended in March 2025 at a property in Mansfield while police were investigating another matter. The case highlighted his itinerant lifestyle and possible time spent in Lithuania.

Pleaded guilty to production of cannabis and failing to appear at court. Judge Jonathan Bennett noted that much of the delay in the case was due to the defendant's actions, including not attending court appearances. He was described as not being the primary gardener in the operation.

Sources: nottinghampost.com

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

Keaton Muldoon

Causing death by dangerous driving

July 25, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and 3 months imprisonment

Keaton Muldoon was driving his Land Rover Discovery when he engaged in dangerous driving, pursuing e-bikes after a confrontation at a lay-by in Sampsons Lane, Pleasley, on November 26, 2024. He got close to the bikes to frighten the riders, causing one to lose control, resulting in the death of Alana Armstrong and serious injury to Jordan Newton-Kay, who had his right leg amputated.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, and driving whilst disqualified. Described as a drug dealer in court. Judge noted he was truly remorseful and had not intended to cause death or injury.

Sources: standard.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.

Hamit Coskun

Religiously Aggravated Public Order Offence

June 1, 2025

Sentence: convicted

Hamit Coskun was convicted for burning a Koran, charged with a religiously aggravated public order offence in June.

Found guilty of a religiously aggravated public order offence; claimed using right to free speech.

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

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

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

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

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