Ipswich Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 68 verdicts at Ipswich Crown Court (Ipswich). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

January 2024 2 cases

Tyrone Busch

Manslaughter *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

Tyrone Busch delivered a single punch to a man outside the Red Lion public house in Dereham, Norfolk, on July 20, 2024, causing the victim to fall backwards and hit his head, resulting in a traumatic head injury from which he died the following day.

Pleaded guilty to manslaughter. The incident was an unprovoked attack, and the defendant had been drinking.

30 Jan 2024

Alfons Kojku

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Alfons Kojku, 37, of London Road, Peterborough, was involved in the organised supply of cocaine in Suffolk and Essex. On 18 May 2023, officers from the Sentinel West ANPR Team stopped his Silver Hyundai entering Suffolk on the A14 near Newmarket, detaining him for a search under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, where they found two mobile phones and cash. He was arrested for being concerned in the supply of controlled drugs. Analysis of the phones revealed evidence of cocaine supply. This incident linked to a prior arrest in Essex in 2023 for similar offences, including possession with intent to supply cocaine. He was also charged with driving a motor vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a licence.

Pleaded guilty to the charges. Forfeiture of £2,010 cash seized by police.

3 Jan 2024

December 2023 1 case

Not Stated

Murder *

Sentence

17 years detention

The 17-year-old defendant stabbed 16-year-old Harley Barfield at least 12 times in a frenzied, premeditated attack in the car park next to Strasbourg Square in Haverhill on January 9, 2023. The dispute arose from months of bad feeling over a girl. The defendant waited for Harley on his route to the shops, provoked a fight, and used a knife from a set kept at his home, which he discarded near a river afterward. One wound pierced Harley's heart, leading to extensive blood loss; Harley died two days later at Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge on January 11, 2023.

Found guilty of murder by majority verdict (10-2) after denying murder but admitting manslaughter and possession of a bladed item. Sentenced by Justice Thomas Linden, who noted the premeditated nature of the killing due to anger, resentment, and desire for revenge. Will be on licence for life after release. Defence cited autism, anxiety, depression, and PTSD traits from bullying. Psychiatrist noted lack of regret.

18 Dec 2023

September 2023 1 case

Dominic Robinson

Possession of indecent images of children *

Sentence

24 months imprisonment

Dominic Robinson downloaded more than 500 indecent images and videos of children, including one category A image and video, 11 category B images, and 542 category C images and videos. Police conducted a raid at his home in January 2023, where he threw two mobile phones out of a window before they were recovered and examined.

Downloaded indecent images of children and breached a sexual harm prevention order; delayed answering the door during a police raid and discarded mobile phones.

16 Sep 2023

August 2023 3 cases

Grant Philips

Fraudulent trading *

Sentence

26 months imprisonment

Grant Philips, a rogue trader, defrauded elderly customers of more than £30,000 by taking payments for plumbing and accessibility improvements that were not completed or were substandard. He operated under business names such as Superdry Plumbing & Drainage, Rhino Plumb, and Plumb Fix around East Anglia between April 2021 and October 2023, affecting twelve customers with losses ranging from £200 to over £4,400.

Pleaded guilty to fraudulent trading contrary to Section 9 of the Fraud Act 2006. Victims were elderly and suffered financial loss and stress.

20 Aug 2023

Mark French

Rape of a child *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment and 2 years on extended licence

Mark French, formerly of Newbourne Gardens in Felixstowe, committed two counts of rape of a child and 10 counts of indecent assault on children in the Felixstowe area over a 10-year period, involving two girls. The offences occurred more than 30 years ago and came to light in December 2020. He was charged in May 2023, leading to a trial and subsequent sentencing.

Found guilty after a 13-day trial. Also given a restraining order against both victims and made subject to an indefinite sexual harm prevention order. DC Gemma Spink highlighted the victims' bravery and the lasting trauma caused.

14 Aug 2023

Simon Smith

Keeping images of children *

Sentence

three years imprisonment

Simon Smith, a 35-year-old sex offender from Lowestoft, was jailed for keeping images of children while on a suspended sentence.

A 35-year-old sex offender from Lowestoft who was on a suspended sentence.

11 Aug 2023

July 2023 2 cases

Stephen Burrows

Supply of cocaine and cannabis *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Stephen Burrows was involved in running a drug line in Lowestoft. Police raided his home address in May 2023, discovering 5.63g of cocaine with a street value of up to £485 hidden in a safe, along with four Samurai swords. His phone contained 4,503 messages advertising the sale of cocaine and cannabis between June and August 2023.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis and possession with intent to supply cocaine. He has a cocaine addiction and was involved to finance his drug use. He has not reoffended since his arrest.

7 Jul 2023

Jack Howes

Supply of cocaine *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Jack Howes was present at the raided address in Lowestoft in May 2023, where police found messages on his phone advertising the sale of drugs. He was involved in supplying cocaine alongside Stephen Burrows.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and possession of cocaine with intent to supply. He began using drugs after losing two babies and used them as a coping mechanism, later becoming involved to finance his habit. He is now drug-free.

7 Jul 2023

April 2023 1 case

Callum Smith

Supply of Cocaine *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Callum Smith, 31, of Blackheath Road, Lowestoft, was involved in supplying Class A and Class B drugs. He was witnessed in a suspected drug exchange on June 1, 2022, leading to his arrest by Suffolk Constabulary's Scorpion team. A search revealed cash, two mobile phones, and two small packages of cocaine. Further investigation of the mobile phones showed he had sent bulk text messages advertising the sale of cocaine, ketamine, and cannabis between November 25, 2021, and June 1, 2022.

Arrested on June 1, 2022, after a suspected drug exchange in Dove Street, Lowestoft. Found with cash, two mobile phones, and small packages of cocaine. Mobile phones contained bulk text messages advertising the sale of cocaine, ketamine, and cannabis from November 25, 2021, to June 1, 2022. He received two concurrent 8-month sentences for supply of ketamine and cannabis.

19 Apr 2023

December 2022 1 case

Kamil Kwiecenski

Sexual Assault and Assault *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 35-day rehabilitation order, 180 hours unpaid work and £2,800 costs

Kamil Kwiecenski slapped a woman’s bottom and grabbed her between the legs as she walked along Sproughton Road towards Morrisons. He also hit her son on the head, causing a cut that required hospital treatment in December 2022.

Found guilty by jury of sexual assault and assault. Diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.

1 Dec 2022

March 2022 2 cases

Thomas Kavanagh

Conspiracy to Import Class A and B Drugs and Money Laundering *

Sentence

21 years imprisonment

Thomas Kavanagh, a senior figure in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group, was involved in a drug smuggling operation importing cocaine and cannabis hidden inside tarmac removal machinery from Europe to the UK, with a street value of around £30 million. The operation also involved carrying cash back. On 2 October 2017, the National Crime Agency intercepted a consignment in Dover, finding 15 kilograms of cocaine and 200 kilograms of cannabis concealed within two adapted machines. The investigation stemmed from arrests in Dublin in January 2017 by Garda, recovering firearms and Class A drugs.

Pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Import Class A drugs (cocaine), Conspiracy to Import Class B drugs (cannabis) and Money Laundering related offences. Confiscation Order of £1,123,096 with default imprisonment of 12 years if unpaid.

28 Mar 2022

Gary Vickery

Conspiracy to Import Class A and B Drugs and Money Laundering *

Sentence

20 years imprisonment

Gary Vickery, associate of Thomas Kavanagh in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group, participated in a drug smuggling operation importing cocaine and cannabis hidden inside tarmac removal machinery from Europe to the UK, with a street value of around £30 million. The operation also involved carrying cash back. On 2 October 2017, the National Crime Agency intercepted a consignment in Dover, finding 15 kilograms of cocaine and 200 kilograms of cannabis concealed within two adapted machines. The investigation stemmed from arrests in Dublin in January 2017 by Garda, recovering firearms and Class A drugs.

Pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Import Class A drugs (cocaine), Conspiracy to Import Class B drugs (cannabis) and Money Laundering related offences. Confiscation Order of £109,312 with default imprisonment of 2 years if unpaid.

28 Mar 2022

September 2018 1 case

James Matthews

Possession of child pornography *

Sentence

Not stated

James Matthews was caught with illegal child pornography on his laptop.

Found with child pornography on laptop. Avoided jail.

26 Sep 2018

May 2018 2 cases

Thomas Steven

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment and 3.5 year driving ban

On April 8, 2018, in the early hours, Thomas Steven, driving a Land Rover Discovery in Sudbury town centre, was suspected of drinking. When police attempted to stop him at 3am in Waldingfield Road, he drove on the pavement to escape, then led a high-speed chase on the A134 towards Colchester, reaching 75mph in 30mph limits. He drove on the wrong side of the road around a blind bend, turned onto a lane and farm track, entered a ploughed field, reversed towards police, and got stuck in two ditches. Found drunk at the wheel, almost three times the drink-drive limit, with a distraught female passenger. Made racist remarks to officers during arrest and custody, including 'I don’t make bombs – why am I in cuffs?', and struggled violently against handcuffs.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, being over the drink-drive limit, failing to stop for police and racially aggravated harassment. Previous drink-drive conviction in 2016. Defence claimed drink may have been spiked and bizarre behaviour due to personal circumstances.

11 May 2018

Ian Tucker

Assault by beating *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment

Ian Tucker assaulted Daniel Parsons in August 2017 at shared accommodation in Fritton Court, Haverhill. The incident occurred when Parsons answered the door to let in a worker to fit a gas meter. Tucker emerged from his room, shouted at Parsons, and punched him on the side of his face, causing bruising. Tucker had concerns about the gas meter installation.

Pleaded guilty to breach of 12 month suspended prison sentence, which was partially activated. Represented himself in court. History of aggressive behaviour noted by Judge John Devaux.

10 May 2018

August 2015 1 case

Roy Barclay

Assault *

Sentence

Jailed (specific details not provided)

In 2015, Roy Barclay attacked an 82-year-old man, Leslie Gunfield, in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, after the victim threatened to inform security about Barclay going through rubbish bins at a local Co-op supermarket. The attack involved taking the victim to the ground and repeatedly striking him to the head, resulting in severe injuries including multiple facial fractures that required 10 titanium plates and detached the upper jaw from the skull. The victim was found with a dog lead wrapped around his foot.

Pled guilty to attacking an 82-year-old man, leaving him with severe injuries including multiple fractures; released from prison on February 24, 2020; described as irrational and dangerous with a history of violence.

1 Aug 2015

January 1978 1 case

Ryland Headley

Rape and Burglary *

Sentence

Jailed for two rapes and burglary offences

In 1977, Ryland Headley broke into the homes of two elderly widows in Ipswich during the night, threatening to kill them if they did not comply, and raped them. He was arrested and later pleaded guilty. During his sentencing in 1978, he admitted to several burglary offences. This behaviour was described as depraved and predatory, involving stranger rapes and break-ins into elderly women's homes.

Pleaded guilty to rapes of two widows in 1977; admitted to additional burglary offences during sentencing in 1978. Testimonies from victims were used in a later trial.

1 Jan 1978

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