Grimsby Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Explore 30 verdicts at Grimsby Magistrates' Court (Grimsby). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

February 2026 1 case

Scott Gibney

Shop theft, assault on a police officer, public order offences *

Sentence

16 weeks imprisonment plus 3 weeks plus 7 days, and 3-year Criminal Behaviour Order

Scott Gibney committed multiple offences between October and December 2025, including three counts of shop theft, a fourth shop theft, an assault on a police officer, and a number of public order offences. He was sentenced for the initial three shop thefts on 22 December 2025, and for the remaining offences including the CBO on 6 February 2026.

Pleaded guilty to multiple offences. Banned from entering or attempting to enter any One Stop store in North East Lincolnshire, as well as TK Maxx in Freshney Place. Must not remain in any retail premises if asked to leave by the owner, tenant, employee or other authorised person.

6 Feb 2026

September 2025 1 case

Lara Traynier

Animal welfare offences *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment suspended for 24 months, 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days, lifetime disqualification from owning animals, £600 costs, and £154 victim surcharge

Lara Traynier moved out of her home in Macaulay Way, Grimsby, leaving her three cats, Cloudy, Poppy, and Babe, to starve to death in a squalid environment littered with rubbish, faeces, and infested with flies. The cats were discovered dead in July 2024, showing signs of severe emaciation, flea infestations, and attempts to eat empty food sachets, with no water provided.

Pleaded guilty to two animal welfare offences, no previous convictions, with mitigating factors including drug misuse and mental health issues

1 Sep 2025

July 2025 2 cases

Liam Casey

Assault *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

Liam Casey, 37, entered The Mad Italian restaurant in Hessle on November 12, 2023, shouted 'You have been sh****** my bird' at the victim, and struck him twice over the head with a pint glass, which shattered on the second blow. The incident occurred in front of shocked diners, resulting in the victim requiring stitches to his forehead and ear. Casey was motivated by jealousy related to a woman who is no longer with the complainant.

Admitted the assault. Has eight convictions for 11 offences, including a prior conviction in 2016 for grievous bodily harm. Judge described the attack as an utterly disgraceful assault, noting it was deliberate and involved a weapon, causing unpleasant wounds.

13 Jul 2025

Richard Gathercole

Assault *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years

Richard Gathercole, a father-of-three, punched a drunk man who was exposing himself in a street full of families, including children and parents in their front gardens. The incident occurred after two men in a van remonstrated with the victim and drove away. Gathercole's punch caused the victim to fall unconscious with a fractured skull and a bleed to the brain, requiring hospital treatment. He stayed by the victim's side until emergency services arrived and made a remarkable recovery.

Admitted assault, deeply remorseful, handed himself into police the following day. Described as a committed family man with a heart of gold. Judge noted the blow was significant and it was a miracle the outcome was not worse.

12 Jul 2025

June 2025 8 cases

Lucy Roberts

Theft by an employee *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Lucy Roberts, while managing a jewellery store in Beverley, stole diamonds, silver, gold, and bespoke jewellery worth over £100,000 between 2017 and 2018. She took items home under false pretences, made fraudulent return transactions, and falsified stock takes. She was caught after sending selfies wearing the stolen jewellery during a cruise, leading to her arrest at Heathrow Airport where police found additional stolen items in her possession and suitcase.

Admitted theft by an employee. Breached trust as a store manager and was arrested at Heathrow Airport while wearing stolen items.

24 Jun 2025

Connor Laud

Rape of a child under 13 *

Sentence

16 years imprisonment, placed on the sex offenders register for life, and a lifetime sexual harm prevention order

Connor Laud was found guilty of raping a child under 13 and inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity on two counts. He came to the attention of Humberside Police after a child disclosed the sexual abuse. Laud denied the allegations during interviews, claiming the child was confused and that he had no sexual interest in children. The offences were committed prior to his arrest, leading to a four-day trial in May 2025.

Convicted by a jury after denying allegations; police described him as a perverted and sadistic man.

19 Jun 2025

Aaron Adams

Child sex offences *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Aaron Adams was found guilty of child sex offences following a six-day trial at Grimsby Crown Court.

Found guilty following a six-day trial.

17 Jun 2025

Robert Edwards

Possessing indecent images of children *

Sentence

2-year suspended prison sentence and 20 days' rehabilitation

Robert Edwards, 67, of Lexington Drive, west Hull, was arrested in October 2015 for possessing indecent images of children as young as five years old. He fled to Belgium to evade justice and was rearrested in February 2025 upon his return to the UK, where police found additional indecent images on his laptop. The offences included 41 videos from 2015 and 53 Category A videos along with 43 videos from 2025. He had 49 previous convictions, none of a sexual nature.

Pleaded guilty to possessing indecent images of children. Absconded abroad, which aggravated the offending. Judge commented that it is not a victimless crime, as it exploits children and creates demand for abuse.

15 Jun 2025

Ram Kusadia

Sexual assault of a child under 13 *

Sentence

Nine-month suspended prison sentence

Ram Kusadia, a 69-year-old shop worker, sexually assaulted a 10-year-old girl by smacking her bottom multiple times while she was shopping for chocolates in a store in Calvert Lane, west Hull, in October 2022. The girl was with a friend, and the incidents occurred as they discussed prices. She reported the assault immediately, leading to a police investigation and recovery of CCTV footage. Kusadia denied the charges but was convicted by a jury on January 31, 2025.

Convicted after a trial; judge branded him a 'dirty old man'; no further requirements on the sentence; has previous good character, and his age and health were considered.

11 Jun 2025

Christopher Dowse

Stalking *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment

Between January 29 and 31, 2024, and in March 2024, Christopher Dowse sent obscene, derogatory, and chilling messages to his former partner, threatening to throw her off the Humber Bridge, erase her from history, and take her body in the boot of a car. He pretended to be another man to obtain information about her. He also strangled her for two to three seconds after she accused him of taking drugs, causing her difficulty in breathing and leaving her feeling worthless and broken.

Admitted to stalking and was found guilty of strangulation. Had three previous convictions for seven offences, including common assault. Judge described him as a nasty bully towards women and viewed his remorse as superficial. A restraining order was imposed for three years.

9 Jun 2025

Alfred Gjika

Production of cannabis *

Sentence

Two years imprisonment

Alfred Gjika was involved in a massive cannabis growing operation at a house in Strickland Street, Hull, featuring 842 plants spread across seven rooms. The operation occurred between October 1 and December 30, and he was in charge of maintaining the plants in exchange for accommodation.

Admitted to being involved in the production of cannabis. Was provided with accommodation in return for looking after the plants and claimed he stumbled upon the operation and was asked to water the plants, though the prosecution found this unlikely.

3 Jun 2025

Armando Hidri

Production of cannabis *

Sentence

Two years and three months imprisonment

Armando Hidri was involved in a large-scale commercial cannabis production operation at a house in Strickland Street, Hull, where 842 cannabis plants were discovered across seven rooms. The operation took place between October 1 and December 30, and he was responsible for looking after the plants as part of his role, which he claimed was as a courier with no influence over the organisation.

Admitted to being involved in the production of cannabis and acquiring criminal property. Claimed he had no influence and acted as a courier, offered payment but never received it. Judge noted that only trusted individuals would be involved in such an operation.

3 Jun 2025

May 2025 2 cases

Awais Hamed

Rape *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Awais Hamed plied a teenage female victim with cocaine, heroin, and alcohol, and gave her money to buy drugs. He then committed one count of rape of a female over 16 years and one count of assault by penetration against her in Wakefield in December 2022.

Found guilty after a trial, given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order, and ordered to sign the Sex Offenders’ Register. The victim was plied with cocaine, heroin, and alcohol.

20 May 2025

George Brian Chipperfield

Rape *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment with a 3-year extended licence

George Brian Chipperfield, a 41-year-old from South Lincolnshire, committed multiple rapes dating back to 2014 and subsequent years. He was described as a dangerous individual whose actions caused great harm and distress to his victim. The crimes involved reprehensible behaviour, and the victim showed courage throughout the process.

Sentence originally 15 years but reduced due to existing 4-year prison term for blackmail and mental health difficulties. Described as a dangerous individual by the judge and police.

9 May 2025

March 2025 1 case

Katie Edwards

Breach of Public Space Protection Order *

Sentence

£100 fine, £200 legal costs, and £40 victim surcharge

Katie Edwards, 32, of Main Street, Pontefract, walked her dog on Cleethorpes beach on May 6, 2024, in breach of a Public Space Protection Order that prohibits dogs on the beach between Good Friday and September 30. This action was a criminal offence aimed at protecting the community.

Sentenced in her absence after failing to appear in court. Charged with breaching a Public Space Protection Order.

24 Mar 2025

December 2024 1 case

Mark Scaife

Driving while unfit *

Sentence

Banned from driving for 36 months

On Saturday 19 October 2024, police identified a vehicle behaving suspiciously in the area of River View in Barton. Mark Scaife, driving the vehicle, failed to stop when requested, leading to a short pursuit before his vehicle was stopped nearby. He was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drink, theft of a motor vehicle, and using threatening behaviour. He was charged with failing to stop and failing to provide a sample for analysis.

Received a community order and was fined. Convicted of driving while unfit.

20 Dec 2024

October 2024 11 cases

Michael Smith

Driving under the influence *

Sentence

16 weeks imprisonment, 3-year driving ban, and £300 compensation

Michael Smith drove under the influence of cocaine and cannabis, operated a vehicle without due care and attention, without a proper licence, and without insurance.

Pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of cocaine and cannabis, driving without due care and attention, driving without an appropriate licence, and driving without insurance.

19 Oct 2024

Oliver Dillon

Harassment *

Sentence

Community order with alcohol rehabilitation and a 5-year restraining order

Oliver Dillon engaged in harassment by sending numerous emails to the victim despite being instructed to stop.

Pleaded guilty to harassment by sending numerous emails to the victim after being told to cease contact.

19 Oct 2024

Ian Shirley

Threatening behaviour *

Sentence

2-year conditional discharge plus £85 in costs and £26 victim services surcharge

Ian Shirley used threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour intended to cause fear of or provoke unlawful violence.

Pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour with intent to cause fear or provoke unlawful violence.

19 Oct 2024

Jayden Key

Inflicting grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

Community order with 100 hours of unpaid work and £350 compensation

Jayden Key inflicted grievous bodily harm on a person without intent and committed assault by beating, as determined in court.

Found guilty of inflicting grievous bodily harm on a person without intent and pleaded guilty to assault by beating.

19 Oct 2024

Jordan Boyd

Assault of an emergency worker *

Sentence

2-year conditional discharge, 1-week driving ban, and £100 compensation

Jordan Boyd assaulted an emergency worker by beating, drove without insurance, and failed to stop his vehicle when directed by police.

Pleaded guilty to assault by beating of an emergency worker, driving without insurance, and failing to stop when ordered by police.

19 Oct 2024

Aden Symes

Breaching a restraining order *

Sentence

12 weeks imprisonment

Aden Symes breached a restraining order by permitting the victim to stay at his home.

Pleaded guilty to breaching a restraining order by allowing the victim to reside at his home address.

19 Oct 2024

Darren Barker

Making off without payment *

Sentence

6-month conditional discharge and ordered to pay back £240 in compensation plus £100 in costs

Darren Barker made off without paying for petrol on three occasions, amounting to £240.

Indicated pleas of guilty to three counts of making off without paying for petrol.

19 Oct 2024

Samantha Lodge

Assault by beating *

Sentence

2-year restraining order and £120 fine plus £100 in costs and £48 victim services surcharge

Samantha Lodge committed assault by beating, leading to the imposition of a restraining order.

Changed a previous plea to guilty for assault by beating.

19 Oct 2024

Sarah Wilkinson

Driving above the alcohol limit *

Sentence

3-year driving ban, community order with alcohol rehabilitation, and £50 compensation

Sarah Wilkinson drove while above the legal alcohol limit and committed assault by beating, including against an emergency worker.

Pleaded guilty to driving above the legal alcohol limit, assault by beating, and common assault of an emergency worker.

19 Oct 2024

Vicky Stephenson

Sending offensive communication *

Sentence

£80 fine plus £85 in costs

Vicky Stephenson sent a Facebook message that was indecent or grossly offensive, with the purpose of causing distress or anxiety to the recipient.

Pleaded guilty to sending a communication, namely a Facebook message, that was indecent or grossly offensive and intended to cause distress or anxiety.

19 Oct 2024

Shwan Fatahi

Possession with intent to supply illegal vapes and sale of illicit cigarettes *

Sentence

£769 fine, £308 surcharge, £565 costs

Illegal vapes and illicit cigarettes were seized during a raid on a premises in Freeman Street, Grimsby. Shwan Fatahi, 24, of Freeman Street, Grimsby, admitted the offences at Grimsby Magistrates' Court.

Pleaded guilty to one offence relating to possession with intent to supply 144 illegal vapes and two offences in relation to the sale of illicit cigarettes. Previously issued with a caution from Trading Standards in November 2023.

10 Oct 2024

September 2024 1 case

Amir Jihingir Hussein

Possession of counterfeit cigarettes and illegal vapes *

Sentence

£230 fine, £92 surcharge, £1,315 costs

The products were seized during a routine traffic stop by police on March 24, 2024. Amir Jihingir Hussein, 33, of Boulevard Avenue, Grimsby, admitted the offences at Grimsby Magistrates' Court.

Pleaded guilty to three offences relating to possession of 20,000 counterfeit cigarettes and 160 illegal oversized vaping bars. Previously given a caution by Trading Standards for similar offences.

11 Sep 2024

October 2023 1 case

Craig Watkinson

Common assault of an emergency worker *

Sentence

12-month suspended sentence

On 27 July 2023, in the early hours, police were called to Orwell Street in Grimsby following reports of a man driving erratically. The vehicle stopped on a pathway, and upon approach, the driver, Craig Watkinson, became verbally aggressive and threatened to assault officers. Police Dog Frisco was deployed to assist in detaining him, but Watkinson assaulted the dog and its handler, causing injuries.

Pleaded guilty to common assault of an emergency worker, causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal under Finn’s Law, driving a motor vehicle whilst under the influence of alcohol, and possession of a Class B drug. Ordered to pay £200 compensation, issued a three-year driving disqualification, ten days rehabilitation activity and six months alcohol treatment order.

8 Oct 2023

February 2022 1 case

Thomas Lacey

Theft from a shop *

Sentence

8 week prison sentence suspended for 24 weeks

Thomas Lacey, 40, committed a series of thefts from shops in North Lincolnshire. He appeared in court after pleading guilty to theft from a shop, resulting in the imposition of a Criminal Behaviour Order to prevent further offending.

Pleaded guilty to theft from a shop. Issued with a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) banning him from entering certain shops in Scunthorpe and requiring him to leave premises if asked by staff.

10 Feb 2022

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