Guildford Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 101 verdicts at Guildford Crown Court (Guildford, Guildford). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Ebenezer Tackie

Money Laundering

September 30, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Ebenezer Tackie was part of an organised crime group that laundered proceeds from romance frauds, involving the use of false identities to deceive victims into sending money via dating websites and WhatsApp, affecting 99 victims with losses amounting to £1.8 million.

Fawaz Ali

Money Laundering

September 30, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 10 months imprisonment

Fawaz Ali participated in an organised crime group that laundered money from romance frauds, exploiting victims by creating fake online relationships to extract funds, with the group responsible for defrauding 99 victims of £1.8 million in total.

George Melseaux

Money Laundering

September 30, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 9 months imprisonment

George Melseaux was involved in an organised crime group that laundered proceeds from romance frauds, where victims were deceived through false identities on dating platforms, leading to financial losses exceeding £1.8 million for 99 identified victims.

Pleaded guilty to one count of possession of identity documents for improper use and one count of money laundering.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Kwabena Edusei

Conspiracy to Defraud

September 30, 2025

Sentence: 7 years and 10 months imprisonment

Kwabena Edusei was part of an organised crime group that defrauded 99 victims through romance frauds, using false identities on dating websites and WhatsApp to build fake relationships, tricking victims into sending money for fabricated emergencies or business ventures, resulting in total losses of £1.8 million.

Pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to defraud, one count of making or supplying articles for use in frauds, one count of possession of an identity document with improper intention, and one count of money laundering.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Michael Quartey

Money Laundering

September 30, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and 6 months imprisonment

Michael Quartey was involved in an organised crime group that conducted romance frauds using fake identities on online platforms, tricking victims into transferring money for supposed emergencies or investments, resulting in £1.8 million in losses for 99 victims.

Jesse Webb

Burglary

September 26, 2025

Sentence: Four years and eight months imprisonment

Jesse Webb conducted a series of burglaries in Walton and West Byfleet, targeting elderly and vulnerable individuals, including entering their homes during daylight hours to steal bank cards and cash. On one occasion, he pretended to be a carer to gain access to a victim's home. He was also linked to similar offences in Hampshire and was identified through CCTV footage showing him using stolen bank cards. He was arrested in Woking town centre after a public appeal.

Pleaded guilty to multiple counts of burglary and other charges, including targeting vulnerable elderly people and care homes.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Israel Contreras

Burglary

September 22, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and 3 months imprisonment

Israel Contreras, 22, was part of a burglary gang targeting high-end homes across Surrey and London, carrying out at least 11 burglaries between November 3 and December 11, 2024, stealing more than £80,000 worth of property including watches, designer clothing, and jewellery. The gang posed as tourists, often climbing to first- or second-floor windows or doors to force entry with tools. On November 3, 2024, Contreras dropped his phone while fleeing a home in Hillingdon, which contained mapping screenshots with pins on residential properties. His DNA was later found on a broken angle grinder blade at a burglary scene.

First arrested after dropping phone at burglary scene in Hillingdon on November 3, 2024. DNA found on angle grinder blade linking offences in Surrey and London. Detained at Heathrow Airport on December 5, 2024, attempting to flee to Chile.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Eduardo Marquez

Burglary

September 22, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 9 months imprisonment

Eduardo Marquez, 29, was part of a burglary gang targeting high-end homes across Surrey and London, carrying out at least 11 burglaries between November 3 and December 11, 2024, stealing more than £80,000 worth of property including watches, designer clothing, and jewellery. The gang posed as tourists, often climbing to first- or second-floor windows or doors to force entry with tools. On December 11, 2024, Marquez was arrested driving a red Hyundai on Fulham Palace Road in London, where police found stolen jewellery, designer goods, and tools inside the vehicle.

Arrested on December 11, 2024, as driver of red Hyundai stopped by Surrey Police in London after attempting to ram free. Found with stolen jewellery, crowbar, torch, and screwdriver.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Alex Rose

Murder

September 22, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment

Alex Rose pursued William Birchard and Darren George on an e-bike, mistaking them for burglars, in a black Ford Ranger Raptor. He drove at speeds over 60mph in a 30mph zone, collided with their bike on the A316 slip road near Sunbury Cross roundabout on July 22, 2024, causing their deaths, and later attempted to pervert the course of justice by falsely reporting his vehicle stolen and trying to flee the country.

Found guilty of two counts of murder and perverting the course of justice; also sentenced to 21 months concurrently for perverting the course of justice.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Charles Pardoe

Murder

September 22, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment

Charles Pardoe joined Alex Rose in pursuing William Birchard and Darren George on an e-bike, mistaking them for burglars, in a black Ford Ranger Raptor. He was involved in the high-speed chase that led to a collision on the A316 slip road near Sunbury Cross roundabout on July 22, 2024, resulting in the victims' deaths.

Michael Carrasco

Burglary

September 22, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 9 months imprisonment

Michael Carrasco, 28, was part of a burglary gang targeting high-end homes across Surrey and London, carrying out at least 11 burglaries between November 3 and December 11, 2024, stealing more than £80,000 worth of property including watches, designer clothing, and jewellery. The gang posed as tourists, often climbing to first- or second-floor windows or doors to force entry with tools. On December 11, 2024, Carrasco was arrested as a passenger in a red Hyundai stopped by police on Fulham Palace Road in London, where stolen items and tools were found.

Arrested on December 11, 2024, as passenger in red Hyundai stopped by Surrey Police in London.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Tara Knaggs

Assisting an offender

September 22, 2025

Sentence: Three years imprisonment

Tara Knaggs assisted Alex Rose and Charles Pardoe after they committed murder by staying in contact with Rose during the pursuit and attempting to flee the country with him to Istanbul on July 23, 2024, carrying over £4,000 in cash, following the fatal collision on the A316 slip road near Sunbury Cross roundabout on July 22, 2024.

Found guilty of assisting an offender; must serve a minimum of one year and two months before being considered for licence.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Yeico Guzman Fernandez

Burglary

September 22, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 9 months imprisonment

Yeico Guzman Fernandez, 25, was part of a burglary gang targeting high-end homes across Surrey and London, carrying out at least 11 burglaries between November 3 and December 11, 2024, stealing more than £80,000 worth of property including watches, designer clothing, and jewellery. The gang posed as tourists, often climbing to first- or second-floor windows or doors to force entry with tools. Fernandez arrived from Chile on December 11, 2024, at 7am and was arrested by 5pm that day as a passenger in a red Hyundai stopped by police in London, having participated in immediate burglaries.

Arrested hours after arriving in the UK from Chile on December 11, 2024, at 7am; in custody by 5pm after joining the gang in a crime spree.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Joseph Sewell

Attempted Grievous Bodily Harm

September 19, 2025

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

On April 27, 2025, Joseph Sewell, 23, of Egham, entered a barber shop in Station Road, Addlestone, around 3pm and stabbed a man in his 30s, known to him, in the back. The motivation remains unclear. The victim received treatment for a small wound and was discharged from hospital the same day. Sewell fled but was identified and arrested later that day.

Ordered to pay victim surcharge. Knife forfeited and destroyed. Pleaded guilty to attempted GBH and possession of a bladed article.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Finlay Riley

Voyeurism

September 18, 2025

Sentence: 6 weeks imprisonment

Finlay Riley loitered near the female toilets at Wimbledon station for around 45 minutes before following a woman into the toilets and attempting to film her while she was in a cubicle. The incident occurred at around midnight on May 24, 2024. The woman noticed his actions, alerted her boyfriend, who confronted Riley, leading to his escape initially. He was later identified through CCTV images released by the British Transport Police, arrested, and the investigation confirmed his predatory behaviour.

Pleaded guilty to one count of Voyeurism. Also subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for 10 years and a notice of rehabilitation requirement.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Edward Atudorei

Conspiring to arrange travel for exploitation

September 12, 2025

Sentence: Three years imprisonment

Edward Atudorei was part of a county lines drug network that exploited children to carry out drug operations between Surrey and London. He was arrested in March 2024 following an investigation into missing children found at drug supply addresses.

Convicted of conspiring to arrange the travel of another person with a view to exploitation.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Ali Cayir

Supply of Class A and B drugs

September 12, 2025

Sentence: Four years six months imprisonment

Ali Cayir was involved in a county lines drug operation, supplying Class A and B drugs and exploiting children. He was arrested in June 2024, and his role included facilitating drug deals as part of the network operating between Surrey and London.

Pleaded guilty prior to the trial for being concerned in the supply of Class A and B drugs, possessing with intent to supply Class B drugs, and possessing criminal property.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Ahmed Al Khudairy

Supply of Class A, B, and C drugs

September 12, 2025

Sentence: Six years imprisonment

Ahmed Al Khudairy participated in a county lines drug operation, exploiting children to facilitate drug deals between Surrey and London. The operation involved supplying Class A, B, and C drugs, and he was arrested during dawn raids in March 2024 after an investigation that began in September 2023.

Convicted of conspiring to arrange the travel of another person with a view to exploitation and being concerned in the supply of Class A, B, and C drugs.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Mohammed Yousuf

Conspiring to arrange travel for exploitation

September 12, 2025

Sentence: Three years six months imprisonment and a 21-month driving ban

Mohammed Yousuf was involved in a county lines drug operation where he conspired to exploit children for drug dealing. In November 2023, he was stopped in a vehicle in Surrey with a missing child, and officers found over £1,000 in cash and other items. His phone revealed messages about drug supply and recruiting youths. He was arrested in March 2024.

Convicted of conspiring to arrange the travel of another person with a view to exploitation. He was also banned from driving.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Ronnie Read

Supply of Class A and B drugs

September 12, 2025

Sentence: Five years imprisonment

Ronnie Read participated in a county lines drug operation that exploited children for drug supply between Surrey and London. He was arrested in March 2024 as part of the investigation into the network's activities.

David White

Indecent assault

September 11, 2025

Sentence: 12 years imprisonment

David White sexually abused a girl over a period of 10 years, from when she was six to 16 years old. The abuse was reported to the police in April 2020, leading to his arrest and charges in May 2023 for eight counts of indecent assault. He was found guilty following a trial, and the survivor suffered long-term effects including PTSD.

Abused the survivor over 10 years; convicted after a week-long trial; placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Kabelo Monyebudi

Possessing a bladed article in a public place

September 10, 2025

Sentence: Six month sentence, suspended for 18 months

Kabelo Monyebudi concealed a blade in a train bin at Redhill train station on February 28, evading a police search. He later posted a video on TikTok showing him retrieving the knife and taunting officers. Two weeks later, during a police initiative in Redhill, he attempted to hide the same knife in a hedge and flee but was arrested. The offences involved possessing a bladed article in a public place on two occasions.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of possessing a bladed article in a public place. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation activity requirement, and the knife was destroyed.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Charlie Walker

Rape

September 5, 2025

Sentence: 12.5 years imprisonment

Over a three-year period, Charlie Walker subjected the survivor to a campaign of abuse and control, including assaulting and raping her when she was pregnant. The investigation by Surrey Police's Sexual Offences Investigation Team uncovered over 100 voicemails containing abuse, threats, expletives, and slurs. The survivor came forward in June 2024 with support from South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Service.

Found guilty after a four-day trial; described as a 'prolific abuser'; given a lifetime Sexual Harm Prevention Order and placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Ruzziella Tamargo

Fraud by abuse of position

August 22, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment

Ruzziella Tamargo, a 46-year-old care home manager, abused her position of trust to steal from a vulnerable adult under her care. The victim, who is non-verbal, autistic, and has a learning disability, had £13,550 withdrawn from his current account between July 2024 and earlier periods, and additional thousands of pounds from his savings account in November 2023, leaving it empty. Tamargo had access to the victim's bank cards and admitted to making the withdrawals, using the money for her own gain by lending it to friends, family, and colleagues without repayment. She resigned from her position on November 30, 2023, and was arrested in September 2024.

Pleaded guilty to fraud by abuse of position. Ordered to pay an £187 surcharge. Police described her actions as a gross abuse of trust.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Joshua Olatunboson

Possession with intent to supply Class A and Class B drugs

August 21, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 8 months imprisonment

Joshua Olatunboson was stopped by police in his Vauxhall Corsa in Hersham, Surrey, where he attempted to discard a bag containing cocaine. A search of an address linked to him revealed over 78 grams of cannabis, £2,140 in cash, and drug paraphernalia such as scales. Messages on his phone were consistent with drug supply activities.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class A and Class B drugs. Breached a suspended sentence. Investigating officer noted the negative community impact of drug dealing.

Sources: wokingnewsandmail.co.uk

Richard Flower

Attempted murder

August 18, 2025

Sentence: 23 years imprisonment with an additional 4 years on extended licence

Richard Flower, 39, from Sunbury-on-Thames, attacked his long-term partner with a knife as she slept on the sofa on 25 August 2024. He became convinced she had cheated on him during a short visit to the bathroom, leading to hours of interrogation before the attack. She was stabbed twice in the face, sustaining life-changing injuries that may prevent her from smiling properly again, as well as defensive injuries to her hand and arm. In her statement, the victim described the mental and physical scars as permanent.

Sentenced as a dangerous offender. The attack stemmed from an episode of poor mental health where he believed his partner was cheating on him.

Sources: bbc.co.uk

Kaim Mpenga

Supplying crack cocaine and heroin

August 10, 2025

Sentence: 5.5 years imprisonment

Kaim Mpenga, a 28-year-old from Middlesex, ran two county lines for the ‘Paris’ group, distributing crack cocaine and heroin from London to areas including Woking, Guildford, Farnham, and along the M25/A3 corridor. He also operated a separate drug line named ‘Major’ supplying the same drugs in London. He was arrested at his home address during a police raid in June, with evidence linking him to the organised crime network.

Pleaded guilty to all charges related to supplying crack cocaine and heroin. Part of an organised crime network peddling hard drugs, with police raids leading to his arrest.

Sources: wokingnewsandmail.co.uk

James Cartwright

Murder and Rape

August 8, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment (to be determined)

James Cartwright murdered and raped his ex-partner, Samantha Mickleburgh, at Pennyhill Park Hotel in Bagshot on April 14, 2024. He had a history of obsessive behaviour, including uninvited visits, mowing her lawn, and bombarding her with calls and messages after their relationship ended. Despite having another girlfriend, his possessiveness led to the attack, where Samantha sustained a fractured skull and signs of strangulation. She had agreed to stay with him as a final kindness on his birthday.

Found guilty of murder and rape; acquitted of controlling or coercive behaviour. The judge will determine the exact sentence, considering his history of obsessive behaviour and lack of remorse.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Egli Hasaj

Supply of cocaine

July 28, 2025

Sentence: 45 months imprisonment

Egli Hasaj, 25, from Redhill, was involved in a drug supply network dealing cocaine across east Surrey. The investigation began on May 30, 2024, following a warrant at a pub in Redhill where approximately 30 bags of cocaine were found with his fingerprints. He was later detained in July 2024 with nearly £1,000 in cash and a mobile phone that showed evidence of his role in managing drug runners, tracking cash, and replenishing cocaine supplies.

Responsible for the bulk sale of cocaine to other dealers in an organised crime group; fingerprints matched to cocaine bags found during a search of premises.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Daniel Santana

Controlling and Coercive Behaviour

July 23, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 7 months imprisonment

Daniel Santana repeatedly assaulted his victim, damaged her family's property, and called her excessively (up to 60 times in a row) between October 2021 and March 2022. His actions constituted coercive and controlling behaviour, and he has a prior conviction for rape, grievous bodily harm, actual bodily harm, arson, and harassment.

Pleaded guilty to controlling and coercive behaviour. He was also recalled to prison for a previous conviction and given a 20-year restraining order.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

James Carthy

Burglary

July 21, 2025

Sentence: Six years imprisonment

James Carthy, 33, of Dunsfold, participated in a two-month crime spree with Terence O’Reilly, committing nine burglaries, three attempted burglaries, and one vehicle theft across Surrey, Hampshire, Kent, and Sussex between August and October 2024. The pair wore Covid-style surgical masks to hide their identities, breaking into homes through rear doors or windows to target safes, cash, and jewellery. They used a modified silver Audi S3 associated with the crimes and were caught after a police pursuit on October 2, 2024, where they threw out designer handbags and jewellery before fleeing on foot.

Carthy was convicted of burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary, and theft of a motor vehicle. He is subject to a Serious Crime Prevention Order to prevent further offending.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Terence O’Reilly

Burglary

July 21, 2025

Sentence: Eight years imprisonment

Terence O’Reilly, 23, of Cranleigh, participated in a two-month crime spree with James Carthy, committing nine burglaries, three attempted burglaries, and one vehicle theft across Surrey, Hampshire, Kent, and Sussex between August and October 2024. He was also convicted of an additional six burglaries, two attempted burglaries, and another vehicle theft in Hampshire, Sussex, and Berkshire. The pair wore Covid-style surgical masks to conceal their identities, with O’Reilly often acting as a lookout by knocking on doors to check if homes were empty before breaking in through rear doors or windows to steal safes, cash, and jewellery. They used a modified silver Audi S3 linked to the crimes, and were apprehended after a police chase on October 2, 2024, during which they discarded stolen items and attempted to destroy evidence.

O’Reilly was convicted of burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary, and theft of a motor vehicle. He is subject to a Serious Crime Prevention Order to prevent further offending.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Aaron Bailey

Robbery

July 3, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 10 months imprisonment

Aaron Bailey followed his victim from Epsom train station, attacked her from behind by putting his arm around her neck, causing her to lose consciousness, and stole her bag containing a purse, mobile phone, and cash. This was one of two robberies he committed.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery. The sentences for both offences run concurrently.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Andrew Brewer

Perverting the Course of Justice

July 2, 2025

Sentence: Conditional discharge for 6 months

Andrew Brewer falsely took the blame for a speeding fine on behalf of his son, Christopher Brewer, in an attempt to pervert the course of justice. This action was uncovered during a police investigation into a drug supply network, though his involvement was limited to this obstruction of justice related to his family's criminal activities in Redhill and Reigate.

Pleaded guilty to Perverting the Course of Justice. Had already spent 408 days on electronic curfew.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Christopher Brewer

Conspiracy to Supply Class A Drugs

July 2, 2025

Sentence: 11 years and 6 months imprisonment

Christopher Brewer was involved in a drug supply network distributing Class A drugs across the South East. He was found in possession of 5kg of cocaine after loading it into his Audi in Redhill in May 2024. Police executed warrants at addresses linked to him in Redhill, Horley, Reigate, and Crawley, and evidence showed he had purchased an additional 15kg of cocaine from a Liverpool-based crime group. He was arrested as part of an investigation by Surrey Police’s Serious Organised Crime Unit.

Pleaded guilty to charges including Conspiracy to Supply Class A drugs. Additional concurrent sentences of 2 years for Conspiracy to Acquire/Use/Possess Criminal Property and 6 months for Perverting the Course of Justice.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Craig Brewer

Conspiracy to Supply Class A Drugs

July 2, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 5 months imprisonment

Craig Brewer was part of a drug supply network that distributed illegal substances across the South East. Wraps of cocaine were found on his person, and a further 29 grams were discovered at his home in Redhill, where attempts had been made to flush some drugs down the toilet. Approximately £10,000 in cash was also found at the address. He was arrested following police investigations in Redhill, Horley, Reigate, and Crawley.

Pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Supply Class A drugs. Additional concurrent sentence of 12 months for Conspiracy to Acquire/Use/Possess Criminal Property.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Michael White

Conspiracy to Supply Class A Drugs

July 2, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and 3 months imprisonment

Michael White acted as a courier for a drug supply network operating in the South East. He was arrested after being found with a carrier bag containing 250 grams of cocaine stuffed in his underwear during a vehicle stop. This was part of a larger investigation that uncovered 10kg of cocaine linked to the group, with activity in areas including Redhill, Horley, Reigate, and Crawley.

Pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Supply Class A drugs. Additional concurrent sentence of 9 months for Conspiracy to Acquire/Use/Possess Criminal Property.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Lee Hargrave

Voyeurism and indecent images of children

July 2, 2025

Sentence: 13 months suspended imprisonment for voyeurism and 3 months suspended imprisonment for indecent images of children

Lee Hargrave installed a camera in the bedroom and bathroom of a victim aged between 12 and 15 during an investigation in 2023, creating indecent images and footage. He was charged and sentenced following this evidence.

Pled guilty to voyeurism and indecent images of children. Resigned from the Metropolitan Police in August 2024 and was added to the Barred List.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Maria Rivas Santos

Conspiracy to Supply Class A Drugs

July 2, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 8 months imprisonment

Maria Rivas Santos was involved in a drug supply network distributing Class A drugs across the South East. She was driving a hired BMW that was stopped by armed officers in London, where 5kg of cocaine was found in a laundry bag in the boot. This was part of an investigation by Surrey Police’s Serious Organised Crime Unit targeting addresses and vehicles linked to the group in Redhill, Horley, Reigate, and Crawley.

David Sutton

Voyeurism

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 4.5 years imprisonment

David Sutton, a volunteer for Surrey Pride, engaged in voyeurism by allowing Stephen Ireland to watch and direct live footage of him having sex with a 16-year-old boy without the teenager's knowledge in March 2024. Sutton exchanged messages about children, including plans to procure a 13-year-old boy, and possessed and distributed indecent and prohibited images of children. He also deleted search history and material after being released on bail in June 2024.

Found guilty of voyeurism and possession of prohibited images; involved in perverting the course of justice by deleting material from his phone.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Stephen Ireland

Rape

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 13 years imprisonment

Stephen Ireland, co-founder of Pride in Surrey, arranged to meet a 12-year-old boy via Grindr and raped him at his flat in Addlestone on April 19, 2024. The boy was reported missing at the time; Ireland involved him in smoking methamphetamine from a bong and watching pornography. Ireland exchanged messages about the child, including arranging potential threesomes and describing the boy's age as 'naughty and kinky'. He also watched live footage of another sexual act involving a 16-year-old boy without consent and deleted evidence after being bailed.

Found guilty after trial of multiple sexual offences; judge noted he took advantage of an extremely vulnerable child and was involved in the Surrey Pride organisation.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Nicolae Budencea

Conspiracy to commit theft

June 15, 2025

Sentence: 32 months and two weeks imprisonment

Nicolae Budencea, 37, from Enfield, London, was part of an organised crime group that stole around £100,000 worth of alcohol from supermarkets across Surrey and other areas. The thefts occurred between October 2022 and November 2024, with each incident involving stealing between £500 and £7,000. Budencea acted as a lookout, as shown in CCTV footage, and phone downloads revealed communications among group members to avoid detection.

Pleaded guilty to 19 counts of conspiracy to commit theft. Additional 34 offences considered during sentencing.

Sources: farnhamherald.com

Harry Nyazai

Possession and distribution of indecent images of children

June 6, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 11 months imprisonment

Harry Nyazai, 27, who worked at schools in Surrey and advertised as a babysitter and tutor, was involved in uploading, downloading, making, and distributing indecent images of children. He communicated with others about child sexual abuse and attempted to incite a boy aged 13-15 to engage in sexual activity. He was also found with children's underwear and indecent photos in his car near a school playground.

Pleaded guilty to 17 counts relating to possession, making and distribution of indecent images of children, publishing an obscene article, and attempting to incite a boy aged 13-15 to engage in sexual activity. The judge noted his 'escalating activity' showed he was a 'significant risk and therefore dangerous'.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Natalie Rabie

Conspiracy to incite a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity

June 3, 2025

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment

Natalie Rabie, from Lancashire, conspired with Simon Richards to incite a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity. This was part of a broader case involving sexual crimes against children, and she was involved in the sharing of indecent imagery and communications.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to incite a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Simon Richards

Rape of a child

June 3, 2025

Sentence: 17 years imprisonment plus 4 years extended licence

Simon Richards, from Lancashire, committed a series of horrific sexual crimes against two children. This included multiple counts of rape and attempted rape of children under 13 and 16, sexual assault, and making and distributing indecent images. The offences occurred in Surrey, where he groomed the victims. He was arrested in June 2023 after indecent communications and imagery were discovered by a victim's mother.

Pleaded guilty to 11 charges including rape of a child, attempted rape, and making indecent images. Deemed 'dangerous' by the judge and will be on the Registered Sex Offenders list for life.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Connor Hotchkiss

Stalking involving fear of violence

May 27, 2025

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment

Connor Hotchkiss called his victim 65 times in one day, making repeated threats to kill both her and her children. This prompted the victim to report the offences and discover Hotchkiss's history of domestic abuse through the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme.

He had already spent six months on remand and was not allowed to count any of his bail days against his 20-month imprisonment. He was also issued with a restraining order until 2030.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Giampiero Cerma

Possession of Drugs

May 23, 2025

Sentence: Three concurrent 2-month sentences, suspended for 18 months

Giampiero Cerma, 28, from Sunbury-on-Thames, was found in possession of large quantities of cash and a food delivery bag containing multiple deal bags of herbal cannabis in his car. Further searches uncovered more cannabis at his address. He was later stopped in a vehicle with another man, where a large quantity of cannabis was found in a rucksack.

Adrian Lugjaj

Money Laundering and Possession with Intent to Supply

May 23, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 8 months imprisonment for money laundering, and 2 years for each drug offence to be served concurrently

Adrian Lugjaj, 31, from Ashford, was involved in laundering money from drug sales through his car wash business. In May 2022, he was stopped in his car with a large quantity of cannabis, scales, cash, and a list of dealers. Additional cash was found at his home. Messages on his phone indicated he was funnelling drug proceeds through his legitimate business. Financial investigations showed discrepancies in his bank accounts.

Pleaded guilty to four charges including possession with intent to supply, being concerned in the supply of drugs, and money laundering. Financial enquiries revealed £250,708 deposited and withdrawn from his accounts, not matching declared earnings.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Adam Fairfoot

Rape

May 2, 2025

Sentence: 11.5 years imprisonment

In August 2024, having only known his victim for a matter of weeks, Fairfoot raped and assaulted a woman in a jealous rage at her home address, punching her in the face and hitting her head against the wall. When the victim tried to scream, Fairfoot covered her mouth and nose with his hands and said he was going to kill her, putting her in fear of her life. He then forced the victim into her own vehicle and drove to West Yorkshire, throwing her phone out of the vehicle on the motorway. Fairfoot then pulled over, took all the money in the victim's possession and ran off. The victim was able to drive off and flag down a member of the public who assisted her in calling police.

Handed a 12-year restraining order, a 12-year sexual harm prevention order and put on the sex offenders register for life.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

Franc Zallinja

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs

April 30, 2025

Sentence: 27 months in prison

On March 24, officers attempted to pull over Zallinja while he was driving, but he tried to flee. In his escape attempt, he jumped over a railing and collided with a wall, during which officers found a pot containing 'baggies' of suspected cocaine next to him, leading to his arrest for possession with intent to supply class A drugs.

Ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £228 and had £590 forfeited under the Misuse of Drugs Act, which was donated to the Amber Foundation Charity.

Sources: getsurrey.co.uk

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