Exeter Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 339 verdicts at Exeter Crown Court (Exeter). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Mark Paul West

Animal neglect

May 28, 2025

Sentence: Community order for 12 months, unpaid work for 120 hours

On or before 02/12/2024 at Exeter failed to take reasonable steps to ensure the needs of animals, including 12 cats, one tortoise, a bearded dragon, a leopard gecko, and 14 snakes, were met to the extent required by good practice.

Rebecca Marie Sowden

Animal neglect

May 28, 2025

Sentence: Community order for 12 months, unpaid work for 80 hours

On or before 02/12/2024 at Exeter failed to take reasonable steps to ensure the needs of 12 cats, one tortoise, a bearded dragon, a leopard gecko, and 14 snakes were met, keeping them in squalid conditions.

Vinny Rycroft

Assault causing actual bodily harm

May 28, 2025

Sentence: 32 weeks imprisonment

Vinny Rycroft assaulted his partner by hitting her on the back of the head with a kettle during an argument at the Mercure Hotel in Paignton, Devon. The incident occurred in November 2024 after he accused her of disturbing his sleep. She threw a water bottle towards him and fell out of bed, at which point he struck her while she was on the ground, leaving her dazed, bleeding, and possibly unconscious. He later contacted her in hospital and told her to leave Devon. The victim stated she had loved him but that drugs had changed him, and she realised she had wasted time in the relationship.

Admitted assault causing actual bodily harm. Had already served the required portion of the sentence and was released. Judge noted the incident was related to drugs, and the defendant has 34 previous offences including battery, affray, and disorderly behaviour.

Sources: devonlive.com

Rudolf Mikli

Production of cannabis

May 1, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment

Rudolf Mikli was found living in a massive cannabis factory with 228 cannabis plants. He attempted to escape police by running along the roof of the building in his shorts. He was arrested and admitted to being locked in and responsible for the plants.

Pleaded that he was locked in and tasked with looking after cannabis plants. Arrived in the country illegally.

Sources: devonlive.com

Mike Mccabe

Possession and distribution of indecent images of children and assault with an air gun

May 1, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months imprisonment

Mike McCabe fired an air gun at a man after losing his temper with a group outside his house in Torquay. He was also involved in downloading and sharing child sex abuse images on the internet via Kik Messenger.

Expressed remorse and wanted to move on with his life. Was under investigation for child sex abuse images.

Sources: devonlive.com

Conan Simmons

Strangulation

May 1, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

Conan Simmons strangled his partner in Torquay during an argument while playing on his PlayStation, causing her to black out and gasp for breath upon waking.

James Power

Downloading indecent images of children and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order

May 1, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 4 months imprisonment

James Power, after completing a sex offender programme, returned to downloading indecent images of children and breached his Sexual Harm Prevention Order by using a phone to access such material and take photos of his penis in various locations in Honiton.

Completed a sex offender programme but breached it by searching for child abuse images on the dark web and taking indecent photos of himself.

Sources: devonlive.com

Jack Callow

Causing serious injury by careless driving and aggravated vehicle taking

May 1, 2025

Sentence: 4 months imprisonment

Jack Callow lost control of a vehicle in Barton Road, Torquay, crashing into a tree and seriously injuring his 17-year-old passenger, who suffered a fractured leg, nose, and lung injury. He abandoned her and attempted to evade responsibility.

Already serving a prison sentence for a violent assault; tried to lie about the incident.

Sources: devonlive.com

Dennis Ham

Robbery and possession of a bladed article

May 1, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Dennis Ham, a regular customer at a Costcutter shop in Paignton, robbed the shop while armed with a 12-inch kitchen knife, demanding money from the till. He acted bizarrely afterwards and was arrested.

Richard Williams

Assault

April 24, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months imprisonment

On August 22, 2024, Richard Williams punched a stranger on The Strand in Dawlish, knocking him unconscious and causing him to require hospital treatment, though with no long-term injuries. Later that evening, he subjected his former partner to a prolonged assault at his property in Dawlish, where he bit her multiple times, struck her with a shoe, strangled her, and repeatedly prevented her from escaping, leading to extensive injuries across her body. He also caused criminal damage to a car outside the address.

Pleaded guilty to three assaults occasioning actual bodily harm, non-fatal strangulation, and criminal damage. A restraining order was issued to protect the victim.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Stephen Sanders

Rape

April 23, 2025

Sentence: 27 years imprisonment

Stephen Sanders raped and sexually abused three children over a number of years in the 1990s and 2000s, in Exeter and other locations. He manipulated his victims, using paganism, demons, spirits, and ghosts as excuses for the abuse. He gave chocolate to one victim and told him it was their secret, and committed offences against another victim when she was under 10 years old, causing devastating effects on all victims.

Found guilty by a jury of multiple charges. Judge David Evans described him as cruel and heartless, noting that he used paganism as an excuse for the abuse and showed no remorse. He must sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for life.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Corin Harper-Davis

Manslaughter by diminished responsibility

April 22, 2025

Sentence: Hospital order under Section 37 of the Mental Health Act with a Section 41 restriction

Corin Harper-Davis attacked his uncle, Jonathan Harper, stabbing him four times, one of which was fatal, during a psychotic episode. The incident took place in Brampford Speke on July 31, after they had been shopping together. Harper-Davis had been experiencing a significant decline in mental health in the preceding months and was detained in a secure hospital since October 2024.

Pleaded guilty to manslaughter by diminished responsibility. Her Honour Judge Anna Richardson sentenced him. He was experiencing a psychotic illness at the time of the attack.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Darren Blockley

Arson

April 22, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Darren Blockley set fire to his own property on October 22, 2024, during a dispute, causing significant damage to items in another property, including tables, chairs, computers, and TVs valued at £20,000. He used a meat cleaver and hammer to inflict the damage, showing no consideration for neighbouring residents.

Pleaded guilty to arson, theft and criminal damage. Investigating officer Detective Constable Jake Woodbridge commented on his disregard for the welfare of others and the community.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

James Gullis

Online child sex offences

April 16, 2025

Sentence: Unknown

Former PC James Gullis was sentenced for online child sex offences, though specific details of the crimes are not provided in the text.

Lukasz Grzywna

Sexual Offences

April 14, 2025

Sentence: Nine years and eight months imprisonment

Lukasz Grzywna was arrested in the early hours of July 14 in Crediton after being seen leaving a child’s bedroom. Evidence on his phone included videos related to sexual assault and voyeurism, as well as messages about drug supply. He had previously admitted to charges including five counts of voyeurism, five counts of attempting to observe a person in a private act, sexual assault, knowingly trespassing on premises with intent to commit a sexual act, and possessing a prohibited image of a child, along with offering to supply a class B drug.

Pleaded guilty to 13 sexual offences and one drug-related offence. Also sentenced to three years on extended licence and must sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for life, with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order imposed.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Unknown

Child sex offences

April 3, 2025

Sentence: Two years and eight months imprisonment

The former officer was jailed for child sex offences, relating to actions that led to a conviction, though specific circumstances are not detailed.

Stuart Mines

Rape

April 2, 2025

Sentence: 8 years imprisonment

Stuart Mines, a former police officer from Chudleigh, invited a woman to his home for Sunday lunch in October 2022. He ignored her repeated refusals and raped her in his bedroom. The offence occurred while he was off-duty and was reported in April 2023, leading to his arrest and conviction.

Denied charge of rape but was found guilty by a jury. He was dismissed from Devon and Cornwall Police, will be on the Sex Offenders Register for life, and was made subject to an order preventing contact with the victim.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Anthony Moss

Robbery

March 14, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and 3 months imprisonment

Anthony Moss, 48, from Newton Abbot, threatened two teenage employees at a Crusty Loaf bakery in August 2024 by demanding cash from the till and threatening to slit their throats if they contacted the police. He stole £360, leaving the victims utterly terrified and requiring counselling. Moss was arrested the following day after being identified from CCTV footage, and he has a history of more than 100 previous offences.

Pleaded guilty to robbery and having a bladed article. Judge Anna Richardson described him as a dangerous offender. The victims were left terrified and are receiving counselling.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Leum Barrett

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

March 13, 2025

Sentence: 5 years imprisonment

Leum Barrett was part of an organised crime gang trafficking high-purity cocaine from London to the Exeter area between July and November 2019. He was seen waiting outside a property in Chagford during a drug delivery by Adi Lleshi and was in telephone contact with Stephen Wills and Richard Armitage. Police searches uncovered more than a quarter of a kilogram of cocaine at his home address, valued at around £40,000 on the street, showing the gang's capacity for large-scale drug dealing. The group operated with encrypted phones and used a rented property as a safe house, unaware of law enforcement surveillance.

Cameron Trench-Butler

Dangerous Driving

March 10, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

Cameron Trench-Butler was involved in supplying cannabis, a Class B drug, via Snapchat between October and November 2024. He handled stolen goods, including an Audi S3 Quattro stolen during a burglary in Gloucestershire on November 7, 2024, where his DNA was found in the vehicle. On January 12, 2025, he engaged in dangerous driving while disqualified, driving a BMW in Exeter, speeding away from police, overtaking on blind hills and corners, crossing double white lines, and colliding with another vehicle on Barley Lane, which was occupied by a member of the public, his pregnant wife, and young son, resulting in minor injuries to the adults.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of Class B drugs, handling stolen goods, and dangerous driving.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Lucy Hanks

Theft

January 22, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

Lucy Hanks, 37, of Bitton Park Road in Teignmouth, entered Tesco Express in Teignmouth on multiple occasions in March and April 2024, stealing wine and food items worth over £300 by concealing them in bags and leaving without payment, in breach of her bail conditions and a court order. Additionally, on October 30, 2024, she was found in possession of methadone without a prescription during a domestic incident at Tesco Extra in Kingsteignton. The offences were captured on CCTV, and she continued to target the store despite restrictions.

Pled guilty to four thefts, breach of a suspended sentence order, breach of a court order, and possession of methadone. Police noted her as a persistent shoplifter who ignored bail conditions.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

David Yilma

Voyeurism

January 16, 2025

Sentence: 38 months in prison

David Yilma, a 44-year-old IT expert and former teacher, set up covert cameras disguised in items such as Wi-Fi routers and cotton bud boxes to secretly record young boys in private and school settings over a period of five years. The offences occurred in South Devon and Suffolk, involving the recording of at least seven boys during activities where they expected privacy. His actions were uncovered when a live feed from one of his cameras was noticed, leading to his arrest. Examination of his devices revealed a large volume of footage and other child abuse material accessed via the dark web.

Pleaded guilty to four counts of voyeurism, three counts of making indecent images of children, one count of possessing a prohibited image of children, and two counts of production of indecent images of children. No previous convictions. Judge David Evans described him as a danger to young boys and noted his misuse of his role as a teacher and IT expertise.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Alan Batchelor

Rape of a child under 13

January 8, 2025

Sentence: 26 years imprisonment

Alan Batchelor, 73, of Vale Road, Kingskerswell, was convicted of non-recent sexual offences committed against two children. He raped and sexually abused the two young girls on numerous occasions, threatening to kill himself if they told anyone about the abuse. The offences included rape of a child under 13, attempted rape, sexual assault of a child under 13, causing a child to watch a sexual act, voyeurism, and other related acts. One of the victims reported the abuse to the police in March 2022, leading to an immediate investigation and his eventual conviction.

Pleaded guilty to four counts of causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity and was convicted of 14 other offences including rape of a child under 13, attempted rape, sexual assault of a child under 13, causing a child to watch a sexual act, voyeurism, and causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity. DC Garry Harding described him as an evil sexual predator who targeted young girls for sexual gratification and showed no consideration for the victims.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Daniel Smith

Wounding

December 20, 2024

Sentence: 15 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years, plus rehabilitation activity requirement, 120 hours of unpaid work, 120-day alcohol monitoring tag, and £1,500 compensation

On April 30, 2023, at a charity fundraiser in Dawlish, Daniel Smith engaged in an argument over fancy dress outside the Royal British Legion branch. He unexpectedly punched the victim to the side of the face, causing immediate jaw fractures. The victim required hospital treatment, including surgery, and experienced complications leading to intensive care admission. The victim continues to suffer pain when eating or talking excessively.

Pleaded guilty to wounding. Stated in interview that he punched the victim believing his partner was under threat and did not intend to cause such damage.

Sources: middevonadvertiser.co.uk

Beth Hanby

Causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving

December 19, 2024

Sentence: 24 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 160 hours unpaid community work, disqualified from driving for 18 months, £85 costs, £187 surcharge

On July 4, 2024, at 8.30am on the A3126 West Exe South in Tiverton, Beth Hanby, 45, of Brook Street, Bampton, was driving a Suzuki at 33-37mph in a 30mph zone while taking her children to catch the school bus. She struck 79-year-old pedestrian Peter Hill, who was crossing the road to collect his daily newspaper. He was thrown onto the bonnet, sustaining serious injuries that led to his deterioration and death three weeks later. Investigators concluded she could have braked in time at 30mph. Hanby stopped immediately, assisted Mr Hill, and kept her children away. The collision was due to a momentary lapse in concentration with no evidence of distraction or rushing.

Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions. Sentence reduced from 36 weeks due to early guilty plea. District Judge Smith noted the speed made a critical difference and demonstrated fatal consequences of small increases over the limit.

Sources: devonlive.com

Peter Moore

Making and possessing indecent images of children

December 10, 2024

Sentence: 18 months community order with 120 hours unpaid work

Peter Moore, a 72-year-old man from Gussiford Lane, Exmouth, collected 35,000 indecent images of children over a 19-year period starting approximately 10 years before his arrest in October 2020. Police raided his home after tracing suspicious internet activity and found the images on his computer, including 35,000 Category C, 48 Category B, and 1,426 prohibited non-photographic images. He admitted to downloading via Google initially, then torrent sites like Pirate Bay after restrictions, driven by curiosity about the 'spice of the forbidden'. No evidence of sharing or distribution. He expressed relief at being caught and glad to end his 'bad habit'.

Pleaded guilty to two offences of making (by downloading) indecent images and one of possessing prohibited images of children. Of previous good character, no offending since 2020 arrest, fully cooperated with police, shown acceptance and progress in dealing with behaviour. Recorder Anna Vigars KC noted offences over long period; must sign sexual harm prevention order.

Sources: devonlive.com

Brandon Cooney

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

November 25, 2024

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

On November 12, 2023, Brandon Cooney, aged 25, of High Street, Ilfracombe, and Wade Van Straaten falsely accused the victim of stealing Cooney's wallet after drinking together at the Snug and Hyde pub in Ilfracombe and continuing at Cooney's house. Around 1am, they launched a ferocious attack on the victim on Ilfracombe High Street, punching and kicking him to the head and body multiple times, rendering him unconscious. They briefly sat him at a bus stop before leaving, but attacked again when he tried to fight back, leaving him severely injured and requiring hospital treatment.

Wade Van Straaten

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

November 25, 2024

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

On November 12, 2023, Brandon Cooney, aged 25, of High Street, Ilfracombe, and Wade Van Straaten, aged 28, of Clinton Road in Barnstaple, falsely accused the victim of stealing Cooney's wallet after drinking together at the Snug and Hyde pub in Ilfracombe and continuing at Cooney's house. Around 1am, they launched a ferocious attack on the victim on Ilfracombe High Street, punching and kicking him to the head and body multiple times, rendering him unconscious. They briefly sat him at a bus stop before leaving, but attacked again when he tried to fight back, leaving him severely injured and requiring hospital treatment.

Jake Warren

Supply of class A and class B drugs and possessing criminal property

November 18, 2024

Sentence: 3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Jake Warren, aged 31, of Bennett Square, Exeter, ran a drug dealing operation from his family home, distributing Class A and B drugs including cocaine and cannabis. In March 2025, police raided the property, seizing over £22,000 in cash, significant amounts of cannabis and cocaine stashed in the garden with a street value of approximately £33,000, and a full setup for preparing drugs. Mobile phones were seized, and CCTV footage showed his mother laundering money for him.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A and class B drugs and possessing criminal property. His fingerprints were found on drugs packaging.

Sources: news.devon-cornwall.police.uk

Jayne Warren

Money laundering and permitting premises for drug supply

November 18, 2024

Sentence: three-year community order including 240 hours of unpaid work

Jayne Warren, aged 56, of Bennett Square, Exeter, was involved in a drug dealing operation at her family home. She handled the business side, including laundering money by depositing large sums of cash at a local post office several times a week, which was then transferred to her son. In March 2025, police raided the property, seizing over £22,000 in cash, significant amounts of cannabis and cocaine with a street value of approximately £33,000, and a full setup for preparing drugs in the spare bedroom.

Pleaded guilty to money laundering and permitting her property to be used for purposes of drug supply.

Sources: news.devon-cornwall.police.uk

Carl Forrester

Sexual assault on a child

November 4, 2024

Sentence: 21 years imprisonment

Carl Forrester, a 71-year-old from Devon, was convicted of multiple sexual assaults on a child. He initially fled to America using an American passport to avoid trial but was located with help from the victim's mother and his family, extradited back to the UK, and tried on the second attempt. It was known at sentencing that he had terminal cancer and might die within weeks, but the judge imposed the long sentence to protect the public in case of medical advances prolonging his life. He died on November 13, 2024, at HMP Exeter.

Extended term. Judge branded offences 'horrific'. Died in prison nine days after sentencing due to terminal kidney cancer. Investigation found good standard of care but recommended timely referrals for tests.

Sources: devonlive.com

Christopher Mcnamara

Breach of Sex Offender Register

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment

On 24/10/2025 at Exeter failed to comply with notification requirements of the sex offender register by failure to notify of address within three days of release from prison.

Pleaded guilty to breaching sex offender register notification requirements. Flagrant disregard for court orders, repeated breaches within a short period.

Sources: devonlive.com

Connor Sams-Hurst

Drug Driving

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 12 months community order and 30 months disqualification

On 29/03/2025 at Exeter drove under the influence of ketamine.

Ashley Johnson

Drug Driving

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 17 months disqualification and £333 fine

On 04/03/2025 at Sainsbury’s petrol station in Exeter drove under the influence of ketamine.

Adrian Hows

Causing Serious Injury by Careless Driving

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 3 months community order, 3 months curfew, and 12 months disqualification

On 12/08/2024 at Pinhoe Road, Exeter, caused serious injury to a male by careless driving.

Jonathan Cuckston

Shoplifting

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 12 weeks imprisonment and £300 compensation

Between 10/07/2025 and 13/07/2025 at Exeter shoplifted from Boots.

David Waring

Assault on Police Officer

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 12 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 150 hours unpaid work, and £200 compensation

On 12/05/2025 at Blackboy Road, Exeter, assaulted a police officer.

Donna Berry

Shoplifting

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 10 weeks imprisonment

On 11/05/2025 at Exeter stole Richmond sausages x2 and Nivea moisturiser x6 from Co-op. Stole fragrances from Boots Torquay, roasting joints x11 from M&S, perfumes from Austins in Newton Abbot, jogging bottoms from Saltrock in Dartmouth, milk and two chickens from Co-op Exeter, and multiple other goods.

Nicholas Hurst

Criminal Damage

October 31, 2024

Sentence: £140 compensation

On 10/01/2023 at Torquay caused criminal damage to a computer.

Michal Bulski

Threatening Behaviour

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 12 months community order with 200 hours unpaid work and £50 compensation

On 08/04/2025 at Exeter used threatening, abusive words or behaviour with intent.

Mark Saunders

Driving Whilst Disqualified

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 18 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months and 38 months disqualification

On 25/03/2025 at Woodbury drove whilst disqualified on B3179.

Lee Conabeare

Drug Driving

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 17 months disqualification

On 24/06/2025 at Main Road, Pinhoe, Exeter, drove under the influence of drugs.

Team Sitthisak

Possession of Offensive Weapon

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 12 months community order with 100 hours unpaid work

On 24/02/2025 at Exeter possessed an offensive weapon in a private place, namely knuckledusters.

Thomas Buckley

Drink Driving

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 12 months disqualification and £120 fine

On 07/09/2025 at Silverton drove with 46mg alcohol in 100ml breath.

Zack Murray

Drink Driving

October 31, 2024

Sentence: 18 months disqualification and £579 fine

On 05/09/2025 at Topsham Road, Exeter, drove with 63mg alcohol in 100ml breath.

David Rosewell

Animal welfare offences and environmental pollution

October 29, 2024

Sentence: 18 weeks custody suspended for 12 months, 150 hours unpaid work, lifetime disqualification from keeping livestock

David Rosewell, of Crook Farm, Combe Raleigh, Honiton, allowed appalling animal health and environmental conditions to persist at his farm. The farm had deep slurry in buildings, decomposing cattle carcasses and bones in fields, cattle in waterlogged conditions with little food, sick and starving animals left to die, live animals grazing amongst carcasses and hazardous debris including domestic waste, scrap metal, broken concrete, and abandoned vehicles. A young calf was found lying in slurry and litter. Despite multiple visits and instructions from authorities in 2022, 2023, and 2024 to provide treatment, feed, remove hazards and carcasses, and comply with an Anti-Pollution Works Notice issued in March 2024, Rosewell failed to act, leading to ongoing pollution risks and animal suffering.

Pleaded guilty. District Judge Smith described the case as 'shocking' and 'reading the script of a horror movie'. Costs of £18,251 awarded to be paid within six months.

Sources: devonlive.com

Carl Parker

Speeding

June 27, 2024

Sentence: Disqualified from driving for 3 months, fined £500, costs £440, victim surcharge £200

Carl Parker, a former Devon and Cornwall Police officer, was caught driving at 140mph on the eastbound carriageway of the A30 at Roseworthy, Camborne, Cornwall, on February 4, 2024. He was driving an unmarked police Volvo XC90 car on a road with a 60mph national speed limit, with emergency response lights briefly displayed but no sirens or legal exemption established.

Pleaded guilty to speeding. Had his authorisation to drive force vehicles removed and resigned from the force. Subject to internal disciplinary process.

Sources: cornwalllive.com

Drew Davey

Causing grievous bodily harm with intent

May 7, 2024

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment

On 16 August 2023, in the early hours, Drew Davey, after drinking and arguing with his girlfriend, entered sheltered housing at Lulworth in Westward Ho!, Devon. He fell asleep in a garden shed but was disturbed by two vulnerable residents smoking outside. Davey attacked them, repeatedly hitting them over the head with a broom handle in the kitchen. A staff member investigating the noise was hit in the face. The two residents suffered significant head wounds and were hospitalized in serious condition for weeks. The staff member, despite injury, alerted police. Davey was arrested nearby.

Admitted two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and one of causing actual bodily harm. Received a third off a possible 15-year sentence due to early guilty plea. Deemed a dangerous offender; three years on licence upon release. Mental health issues mentioned; no memory of the incident and expressed remorse.

Sources: bbc.co.uk

Thomas Kettleborough

Child sex offences

April 3, 2024

Sentence: two years and eight months imprisonment

Thomas Kettleborough, a 35-year-old former Inspector at Avon and Somerset Police, sexually communicated with a boy on Snapchat and made more than 150 indecent images of children. He arranged to meet who he believed was a 14-year-old boy via Grindr, leading to his arrest in a police sting on July 14, 2023, in a Bristol car park. During the arrest, authorities found sex toys, condoms, and bondage equipment in his vehicle. The offences spanned four years and occurred while he was in positions of trust, including as a volunteer for the Sea Cadets and the Royal Lifesaving Society.

Pleaded guilty to arranging or facilitating a child sex offence, attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child, attempting to cause or incite a child to engage in sexual activity, engaging in sexual communication with a child, and making indecent photographs of a child. He was dismissed from Avon and Somerset Police for gross misconduct and handed an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

Sources: northsomersettimes.co.uk

Shaun Molland

Escaping custody

March 24, 2024

Sentence: 16 weeks imprisonment

Shaun Molland had just been given a 16-week prison sentence and was instructed to wait outside the court to be transported to prison; however, no-one arrived to collect him, which resulted in him being charged with escaping custody.

Was told to wait outside court to be taken to prison, but no-one arrived, leading to charges of escaping custody.

Sources: itv.com

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