Derby Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 100 verdicts at Derby Crown Court (Derby, Derby). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

September 2025 1 case

Simon Thomason

Murder *

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.

4 Sep 2025

August 2025 5 cases

Charlie Hartle

Murder *

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.

31 Aug 2025

Kaylam Prince

Sexual activity with a child *

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.

29 Aug 2025

Charles Hartle

Murder *

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.

22 Aug 2025

Aimee Betro

Attempted Murder *

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.

22 Aug 2025

Tomas Jasmontas

Production of cannabis *

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.

14 Aug 2025

July 2025 7 cases

Jordan Newton-Kay

Causing death by dangerous driving *

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.

28 Jul 2025

Keaton Muldoon

Causing death by dangerous driving *

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.

25 Jul 2025

Lori Westcott

Conspiring to supply cannabis *

Sentence

Community order with 120 hours unpaid work

Lori Westcott, 26, of Victoria Road, Pinxton, collected drugs from upstream suppliers and distributed them to child runners for the 'Trooper Line' gang, which dealt class A and B drugs across South Normanton, Derbyshire, between March 2024 and January 2025. The operation involved exploiting children and using taxis to transport them for drug collection and sales in areas like Alfreton, Nottingham, and Manchester.

Admitted conspiring with others to supply cannabis.

24 Jul 2025

Jamie Mckinley

Conspiring to supply cannabis *

Sentence

Community order with 120 hours unpaid work

Jamie McKinley, 21, of Godfrey Street, Heanor, collected drugs from upstream suppliers and distributed them to child runners for the 'Trooper Line' gang, which dealt class A and B drugs across South Normanton, Derbyshire, between March 2024 and January 2025. The operation involved exploiting children and using taxis to transport them for drug collection and sales in areas like Alfreton, Nottingham, and Manchester.

Admitted conspiring with others to supply cannabis.

24 Jul 2025

Lee Young

Murder *

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.

23 Jul 2025

Abdulsalam Hassan

Attempted Murder *

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.

7 Jul 2025

Abdusalam Hassan

Attempted Murder *

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.

7 Jul 2025

June 2025 2 cases

Jordan Peake

Assault *

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.

10 Jun 2025

Hamit Coskun

Religiously Aggravated Public Order Offence *

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.

1 Jun 2025

May 2025 2 cases

Joshua Hill

Causing death by dangerous driving *

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.

30 May 2025

Michael Taylor

Unlawful intercourse *

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.

10 May 2025

April 2025 3 cases

Keith Morton

Sexual Abuse *

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.

22 Apr 2025

Martyn Garland

Rape *

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.

19 Apr 2025

Andrew Taylor

Sexual Assault *

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.

8 Apr 2025

March 2025 2 cases

Jonathan Clark

Voyeurism *

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.

20 Mar 2025

Lee Fazakerley

Ear Cropping *

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.

12 Mar 2025

November 2024 2 cases

India Shemwell

Child cruelty *

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.

15 Nov 2024

Carl Alesbrook

Murder *

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.

15 Nov 2024

October 2024 2 cases

Gary Stevens

Being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death *

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.

18 Oct 2024

Sharlene Bosita

Ill-treatment or neglect by a care worker *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment

Sharlene Bosita, a 30-year-old care worker from Boythorpe near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, abused three care home residents in their 80s with dementia almost 40 times. She was seen on CCTV making it look like she was about to elbow residents, slapping them with gloves, and pulling and pushing them. The abuse left the victims confused, frail, and vulnerable. Bosita was caught when colleagues reviewed CCTV for an unrelated matter and discovered footage of her pushing a resident into a chair.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of ill-treatment or neglect by a care worker. Sentenced by Recorder Sunil Khanna.

14 Oct 2024

August 2024 1 case

Aiden Phipps

Rape *

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.

23 Aug 2024

July 2024 1 case

Zac Newman

Murder *

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.

5 Jul 2024

March 2024 3 cases

Mark Bagguley

Endangering an aircraft *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months, £3,000 fine, 100 hours unpaid work, 12-week curfew

Mark Bagguley, 49, flew a drone dangerously close to the wing of a Hawker Hurricane aircraft during a flypast at Buxton, Derbyshire's annual carnival on July 2023. The aircraft, the last one built, was flying at 365ft and up to 230mph. A no-fly restriction was in place, but Bagguley flew the drone out of visual line of sight, endangering the plane. He was caught after a photographer spotted the drone in images and reported it to the Civil Aviation Authority. Bagguley checked the Dronesafe app earlier but claimed internet issues prevented a later check; he believed he had time before restrictions started. Upon seeing the plane, he halted the drone. No harm or damage occurred, but the incident risked fatalities.

Pleaded guilty in January. No prior related convictions. Judge described actions as 'mind-blowingly reckless'. Ordered to pay £450 costs and £154 victim surcharge.

21 Mar 2024

Faris Mushtaq

Drug dealing *

Sentence

Not stated

Faris Mushtaq, a drug-dealing Derby dad, was involved in selling heroin and crack cocaine, discovered not once but twice by authorities. He hid £10,000 of illicit cash in his child's bedroom.

Caught twice selling heroin and crack cocaine; hid £10,000 of dirty cash in child's bedroom.

19 Mar 2024

Andrew Moseley

Making and distributing indecent images of children *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Andrew Moseley created thousands of indecent images of children and participated in 36 WhatsApp group chats discussing and sharing such material with 24,042 members from 141 countries. He incited the sexual abuse of children, including communicating with a 14-year-old boy who uploaded explicit images online. His involvement spanned 15 years, with material dating back to 2009. He was arrested in July 2023 at his former address in Church Gresley after a referral from the National Crime Agency.

Guilty plea reduced sentence from 15 years. Also given a lifetime Sexual Harm Prevention Order and a Deprivation of Rights Order in respect of seized devices.

4 Mar 2024

January 2024 2 cases

Christopher Thomas Binns

Making indecent images of children *

Sentence

10-month sentence suspended for 15 months

Between March 26 and November 21, 2020, Christopher Thomas Binns downloaded over 35,000 indecent images of children, including 104 category A (most serious), 411 category B, and 34,946 category C images, plus three prohibited images and moving images, onto multiple devices including a MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iPad, and hard drives. The National Crime Agency received information in October 2020 about uploads from his email, leading to a warrant executed at his address in Bole Hill, Calow, Derbyshire, where 39 devices were seized. Some devices were sold by his partner and also contained images. He claimed the downloads occurred under the influence of an overdose of ADHD prescription drugs inducing OCD, and stated he had no sexual interest in children, supported by a polygraph.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of making indecent images of children and one count of possessing a prohibited image. No previous convictions. Subject to a sexual harm prevention order and required to sign the sex offender register, both for 10 years. Judge noted the offending occurred under the influence of medication and Covid circumstances, and deemed him not a risk to the public.

25 Jan 2024

Vasile Culea

Murder *

Sentence

34 years imprisonment

Vasile Culea, a 34-year-old Romanian national, burgled the home of elderly couple Freda and Kenneth Walker in Langwith Junction, Derbyshire, on 14 January 2024, after overhearing in a Polish shop that they had £30,000 hidden there. He hid in the utility room until they returned, then attacked them, hog-tying their hands and feet, beating them, gagging Freda, and putting a bag over her head while searching for money. He stole £300 from a handbag. Freda Walker, 79, suffered fatal brain injuries and died within an hour; her body was found the next day. Kenneth Walker, 88, sustained brain injuries and lacerations but passed away months later from unrelated causes. Culea claimed he slipped and accidentally injured her, but was convicted of murder and wounding with intent after a unanimous jury verdict.

Convicted of murder and wounding with intent. Previously admitted manslaughter and grievous bodily harm. Judge Mr Justice Henshaw noted the attack was savage, leaving brain injuries and lacerations, committed in the course of burglary for gain.

19 Jan 2024

December 2023 1 case

Darren Hall

Murder *

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.

19 Dec 2023

November 2023 1 case

Rachael Boardman

Causing death by dangerous driving *

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.

22 Nov 2023

August 2023 2 cases

Craig Crouch

Murder *

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.

4 Aug 2023

Gemma Barton

Causing or allowing the death of a child *

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.

4 Aug 2023

July 2023 8 cases

Georgina Hodson

Speeding *

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.

27 Jul 2023

Ebrima Sillah

Driving without insurance *

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.

27 Jul 2023

Maggie-Mae Elliott

Speeding *

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.

27 Jul 2023

Kamau Alexander

Driving without an MOT certificate *

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.

27 Jul 2023

Daria Bartkowiak

Speeding *

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.

27 Jul 2023

Amanda James

Driving without insurance *

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.

27 Jul 2023

Attif Mahfooz

Driving without due care and attention *

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.

27 Jul 2023

Seyhan Mollov

Driving without insurance *

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.

27 Jul 2023

May 2023 2 cases

Shannon Marsden

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 27 years

Shannon Marsden and Stephen Boden inflicted 130 injuries on their 10-month-old son, Finley Boden, leading to his death on Christmas Day 2020. Finley had been returned to their care on November 17, 2020, by a family court, despite concerns over their drug use and the state of the family home in Old Whittington, Chesterfield, Derbyshire. The abuse included severe physical assaults, resulting in conditions such as sepsis and pneumonia.

Described as persuasive and accomplished liars who brutally assaulted their son; parents were responsible for his death despite professional interventions that should have protected him.

1 May 2023

Stephen Boden

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 29 years

Stephen Boden and Shannon Marsden inflicted 130 injuries on their 10-month-old son, Finley Boden, leading to his death on Christmas Day 2020. Finley had been returned to their care on November 17, 2020, by a family court, despite concerns over their drug use and the state of the family home in Old Whittington, Chesterfield, Derbyshire. The abuse included severe physical assaults, resulting in conditions such as sepsis and pneumonia.

Described as persuasive and accomplished liars who brutally assaulted their son; parents were responsible for his death despite professional interventions that should have protected him.

1 May 2023

November 2018 3 cases

Sinclair Tucker

Fraudulently evading the prohibition on the importation of a controlled drug *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment suspended

Sinclair Tucker, aged 65, of Groveland Road, Tipton, was involved in smuggling 400 kilograms of cannabis hidden in tins of callaloo and ackee fruit from Jamaica to Birmingham Airport using Vision Christian Ministries as a front. The shipments occurred between March and May 2017, with a street value of up to £2 million. He was arrested on May 23, 2017, while inspecting the third consignment.

Found guilty of fraudulently evading the prohibition on the importation of a controlled drug.

5 Nov 2018

Alvin Russell

Fraudulently evading the prohibition on the importation of a controlled drug *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Alvin Russell, aged 46, of Wood Lane, West Bromwich, was involved in smuggling 400 kilograms of cannabis hidden in tins of callaloo and ackee fruit from Jamaica to Birmingham Airport using Vision Christian Ministries as a front. The shipments occurred between March and May 2017, with a street value of up to £2 million. He was arrested on May 23, 2017, while inspecting the third consignment.

Found guilty of fraudulently evading the prohibition on the importation of a controlled drug.

5 Nov 2018

Dalton Anderson

Fraudulently evading the prohibition on the importation of a controlled drug *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Dalton Anderson, aged 51, was involved in smuggling 400 kilograms of cannabis hidden in tins of callaloo and ackee fruit from Jamaica to Birmingham Airport using Vision Christian Ministries as a front. The shipments occurred between March and May 2017, with a street value of up to £2 million. Five kilos of cannabis were found at his home in Groveland Road, Tipton, West Midlands. He was arrested on May 23, 2017, while inspecting the third consignment.

Concurrent 5-year term for possession with intent to supply a class B drug. Found guilty of fraudulently evading the prohibition on the importation of a controlled drug.

5 Nov 2018

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Derby Crown Court, located in Derby, Derby, is a Crown Court that handles serious criminal cases including murder, rape, robbery, and other indictable offences. With 100 sentencing records in our database, it is one of the Crown Courts serving the Derby, Derby 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 Morledge, Derby DE1 2XE, DE1 2XE.

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 +441332622600.

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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Derby Crown Court Sentencing Results

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Charlie Hartle

Kaylam Prince

Charles Hartle

Aimee Betro

Tomas Jasmontas

Jordan Newton-Kay

Keaton Muldoon

Lori Westcott

Jamie Mckinley

Lee Young

Abdulsalam Hassan

Abdusalam Hassan

Jordan Peake

Hamit Coskun

Joshua Hill

Michael Taylor

Keith Morton

Martyn Garland

Andrew Taylor

Jonathan Clark

Lee Fazakerley

India Shemwell

Carl Alesbrook

Gary Stevens

Sharlene Bosita

Aiden Phipps

Zac Newman

Mark Bagguley

Faris Mushtaq

Andrew Moseley

Christopher Thomas Binns

Vasile Culea

Darren Hall

Rachael Boardman

Craig Crouch

Gemma Barton

Georgina Hodson

Ebrima Sillah

Maggie-Mae Elliott

Kamau Alexander

Daria Bartkowiak

Amanda James

Attif Mahfooz

Seyhan Mollov

Shannon Marsden

Stephen Boden

Sinclair Tucker

Alvin Russell

Dalton Anderson

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