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Kingston Upon Hull Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 294 verdicts at Kingston Upon Hull Crown Court (Hull). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Kingston Upon Hull Crown Court
December 2024 1 case
Deniss Mandruks
Sexual assault *
Sentence
2 years imprisonment
Deniss Mandruks, 26, deliberately targeted and stalked a woman in a crowded pub in Hull city centre for approximately 20 minutes after consuming four or five pints of beer. He entered the pub at 1.11am, was asked to leave twice due to obnoxious, loud, and aggressive behaviour towards women, but returned. While the woman was dancing, he positioned himself very close to her, stared at her on four occasions, and followed her to the bar at around 1.30am where he intimately touched her inappropriately. The incident occurred in the early hours, leaving the victim feeling distressed, shocked, preyed upon, powerless, and unsafe, with a profound ongoing effect. Mandruks, originally from Latvia and a Russian speaker, was employed in a well-paid engineering role in Hull at the time. He was arrested on 31st August upon returning from Latvia at Leeds Bradford Airport and held in custody since 2nd September.
Found guilty following a trial at Hull Magistrates' Court. Required to register as a sex offender for 10 years. Expressed remorse regarding the effect on the victim despite denying the charge. Previously clean record. Plans to return to Latvia upon release as he has no right to remain in the UK.
November 2024 8 cases
Michael Charlton
Strangulation and Stalking *
Sentence
2 years and 3 months imprisonment
On January 1, 2024, during New Year's festivities in Bridlington, Michael Charlton, 48, suffocated his girlfriend with a pillow after an argument, dragged her out of the house in her underwear, and slammed the door. She hid in the garden shed, but he forced entry with a crowbar and strangled her, causing her to fear for her life. He continued stalking her until March 1, 2024, breaching bail by contacting her and ambushing her at work, leading her to quit her job and change her life drastically.
Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation and stalking. Judge John Thackray KC described the attack as prolonged and persistent. Issued a 10-year restraining order. Prior caution for assault in December 2023.
Owen Batty
Causing unnecessary suffering to animals under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 *
Sentence
26-week prison sentence suspended for 18 months, 10-year ban on keeping animals, 20 Rehabilitation Activity Requirement Days, 150 hours unpaid work, £400 costs, £154 victim surcharge
Owen Batty caused unnecessary suffering to two bully breed puppies, Major and Ghost, by failing to provide prompt veterinary treatment for their injuries. Major, a five-month-old male, suffered head wounds and was in a poor state when brought to a vet in November 2022, after enduring pain for at least five days; he had to be put to sleep. Batty had treated a skin infection with antiseptic ointment but delayed professional care. Ghost, a 13-week-old, had a confirmed spiral fracture of the right hind leg from falling off the bed, suffering for three days due to non-adherence to veterinary advice on pain management and care; he was seized by police and later put to sleep as an XL Bully. Batty neglected routine healthcare like vaccinations and worming, and failed to implement safeguards to prevent injuries.
Pleaded guilty to two offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006. Cannot challenge disqualification for 5 years.
Lewis Millson
Controlling and coercive behaviour *
Sentence
16-month suspended prison sentence, 60-day alcohol abstinence monitoring order, 20 days' rehabilitation, £1,000 compensation, 10-year restraining order
Lewis Millson, 33, of Thurlstone Close, Bransholme, Hull, engaged in controlling and coercive behaviour towards a woman he had known for 15 years, starting a romantic relationship in early 2023. After moving in together, he repeatedly hurled abuse, made threats, assaulted her, and caused property damage between October 1, 2023, and April 7, 2024. Incidents included damaging a light switch and punching a wardrobe panel that fell on her in October 2023; waving a bread knife close to her face, snagging her jumper, putting her in a headlock, and trapping her shoulder in a door in November 2023; shattering a glass partition wall with blood splatters; grabbing her arms, pulling her onto a bed, headbutting and punching walls, and throwing her phone. After release from custody, he sent distressing messages despite no-contact conditions. In March and April 2024, he squeezed her arms and launched tirades of abuse. His heavy drinking exacerbated the aggressive behaviour, leaving the victim with lasting trauma, depression, panic attacks, nightmares, and forcing her to abandon her home.
Pleaded guilty on the day of a scheduled trial. Previous conviction for assaulting police in January 2013. Exemplary work record and references provided. Judge noted conduct intended to maximise fear and distress, systematic over a long period, exacerbated by alcohol.
Larry Fraser
Non-residential burglary *
Sentence
13 months imprisonment
Larry Fraser committed a smash-and-grab burglary at the Grove Gallery in Fitzrovia, London, on 8 September 2024, stealing a signed 2004 print of Banksy's 'Girl with Balloon' valued at £270,000. He used a hammer to force entry through the glass doors, concealing his identity with a mask, gloves, and hooded jacket. The theft was captured on CCTV, and he was seen loading the artwork into a van before fleeing. He was arrested at his home in Beckton on 11 September 2024, charged the next day, and the artwork was recovered on 12 September 2024 from the Isle of Dogs.
Pleaded guilty to one count of non-residential burglary.
Leon Stark
Robbery *
Sentence
20 days' rehabilitation and six-month monitoring order
Leon Stark, 19, of Everest Road, Scunthorpe, and Kian Daly, 20, of Baysgarth View, Barton-upon-Humber, targeted a teenage cannabis dealer during a drugs exchange in a parkland area of Scunthorpe between May 27 and June 10, 2023. They planned to rob him from the outset. Stark filmed the confrontation on his phone while smirking as Daly threatened the victim with a knife to his belly, demanding money, two vapes, and two metal neck chains (valued at £400 but bought for £10). The victim handed over £8 cash and the items out of fear of being stabbed. Stark did not produce the knife but participated by filming. They threatened 'war' if the victim told anyone. The video was posted online, leading to police involvement after the victim was persuaded to report it. Most items were returned except the vapes.
Sentence deferred for six months on May 1, 2024, to prove good behaviour; complied well and avoided custody as per Judge Mark Bury's warning. Prior convictions for public disorder, assault, and criminal damage. Showed immaturity at the time of the offence.
Andrew Robson
Controlling and coercive behaviour; Assault causing actual bodily harm *
Sentence
2 years and 3 months imprisonment
Andrew Robson subjected his girlfriend to a two-year campaign of domestic abuse from March 4, 2023, to April 11, 2024, starting after seeing her ex-boyfriend at a rugby match. He became jealous and possessive, monitoring her mobile phone by altering passwords and holding it out of reach, installing a doorbell camera and five other cameras around her property (including rear garden and an Alexa device in her lounge to eavesdrop), bombarding her with texts demanding her whereabouts, scrutinising receipts, and questioning her makeup and nails. He turned violent by grabbing her arm, digging nails into her neck, biting her cheek, forcing his thumb into her eye, seizing her jacket and hurling her to the ground causing injuries. He threatened to kill her and dispose of her body undiscovered. The victim felt belittled, worthless, isolated, constantly watched, lost confidence, suffered anxiety, sleep and eating issues, and felt she would always be his victim.
Pleaded guilty to controlling and coercive behaviour and two counts of assault causing actual bodily harm. Judge John Thackray KC noted it was a campaign of domestic abuse over two years, involving jealousy, possessiveness, monitoring, violence, and a threat to kill. Issued a 10-year restraining order. Alcohol dependent, lost job, has a 17-year-old son.
Ramy Abdelgader
Robbery *
Sentence
2.5 years in a young offenders' institution
On August 10, 2024, Ramy Abdelgader, 19, of Princes Avenue, west Hull, and two others confronted a young man leaving Atik nightclub in Hull city centre around 3am. The victim was walking down Princes Dock Street and filming the area. Abdelgader pushed him, questioned what he was filming, and repeatedly struck him to the head. He took the victim's mobile phone, which contained his driving licence, and passed it to the others. The group demanded £300 for its return. The victim followed and was punched again. He reported the incident to police after 4am, providing a description. Abdelgader was identified via CCTV and found with the driving licence. The victim suffered bruises, scratches, and swelling, and reported lasting psychological impact, including reluctance to go out in Hull city centre. He also lost house keys and a sentimental chain.
Pleaded guilty to robbery on the day of the scheduled trial. Prior convictions for grievous bodily harm and supplying Class A drugs. Breached a previous 11-month suspended sentence. Expressed remorse and was studying business at university.
Mark Vaskouski
Murder *
Sentence
Jailed (specific details not provided)
Mark Vaskouski severely beat Anthony Ibbitson at his home in Hull and left him to die in a burning flat.
Severely beat Anthony Ibbitson at his home in Hull before fleeing as fire took hold.
October 2024 4 cases
Leslie Gomm
Handling stolen goods *
Sentence
one-year conditional discharge
Leslie Gomm, 62, received stolen goods from his son Liam Middleton-Gomm's burglary of Damien Hirst's Thames Wharf Studios on 30 June 2024, at his property in Fulham, west London. The goods included items worth part of the £5,130 stolen haul, some of which were sold on and not recovered.
Pleaded guilty to handling stolen goods for his son's benefit. Had been in custody for three-and-a-half months before sentencing.
Liam Middleton-Gomm
Burglary *
Sentence
32 months imprisonment
Liam Middleton-Gomm, 36, of no fixed abode, broke into Thames Wharf Studios in west London on 30 June 2024, attending on two occasions that evening. He smashed the window beside a fire exit, reached in to activate its shutter, and entered the building, stealing about £5,130 of goods including electronic items, clothing, multiple leather jackets being embellished, trousers, embroidered shirts, and a Dior pram with silver skulls on the wheels. Some property was taken to his father's property in Fulham and sold on, not recovered. He was caught via GPS data from his ankle tag (worn under licence conditions) and DNA at the scene.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of burgling Hirst's riverside studio. Had 39 previous convictions including multiple house burglaries. Sentenced for a number of other burglary-related offences. Judge commented on GPS tag worn during offences and appalling previous record as aggravating factor.
Hewa Magari
Holding a person in slavery or servitude *
Sentence
8 years and 6 months imprisonment
Hewa Magari, 45, from Mitcham, trafficked eight Romanian nationals to the UK between November and December 2020, including a 15-year-old boy. He lured the victims with false promises of accommodation, fair pay, food and legitimate work, only to confine them to a small on-site room, force them to labour in his car wash and subject them to physical and psychological abuse. During the Covid lockdown, their ordeal worsened as they were confined to a shed on the premises and denied access to their travel documents. Officers attended the car wash after the 15-year-old victim contacted police and found two women in their 20s and five men aged in their teens, 20s and 30s, along with the boy, all living in a cramped on-site shed for months. One victim, a woman in her 20s, was hospitalised due to severe infections requiring multiple surgeries as a result of the neglect and conditions endured.
Found guilty of eight counts of holding a person in slavery or servitude. Also handed a 10-year Slavery and Trafficking Prevention Order.
Michael Dann
Intentional suffocation and assault occasioning actual bodily harm *
Sentence
3 years imprisonment
Michael Dann, 40, of Park Avenue, west Hull, suffocated his girlfriend by diving on top of her and pushing down on her chest between March 31 and April 15, 2023, after she asked an innocent question about his son. She was unable to breathe or shout until he stopped due to a nosebleed. He admitted being on anabolic steroids, which he knew made him aggressive. On May 3, 2023, in Cottingham, during an argument in a van, he slammed the door on her foot, drove at speed, pulled her hair, hit her face causing a burst lip, put her in a headlock at traffic lights to prevent escape, and told her to walk home. The victim suffered considerable impact, including sleeping problems and fear for her life and children.
Convicted after trial at Hull Magistrates' Court on August 26. Pleaded not guilty. Seven prior convictions including assaults on previous partner. Assessed as low risk of reconviction. Seven-year restraining order imposed.
August 2024 11 cases
Jackie Miller
Racially Aggravated Threatening Behaviour *
Sentence
Eight months imprisonment
Jackie Miller, 57, of South Garth, Little Weighton, shouted racist abuse at police, including repeated shouts about 'P***', and demanded officers address her broken car window on August 3, 2024.
Admitted using racially aggravated threatening words or behaviour.
John Honey
Racially-aggravated criminal damage *
Sentence
4 years and 8 months imprisonment
John Honey was actively involved in the riots on August 3, 2024, in Hull, which were sparked by an anti-immigration rally and involved racist violence. He attacked a car by yanking open the passenger door and kicking it, threw missiles at police, smashed the window of a phone shop and entered it, and looted a Lush store, emerging with stolen gift boxes which he handed out to the crowd while wishing them 'Merry Christmas'.
Pleaded guilty to racially-aggravated criminal damage. Mitigation included his diagnosis of autism as a teenager.
David Wilkinson
Racially-aggravated criminal damage and attempted arson *
Sentence
6 years imprisonment
David Wilkinson participated in the riots on August 3, 2024, in Hull, which involved racist hate-fuelled mob violence. He wielded a chain to smash the windscreen of a car occupied by three Romanian men, attacked police officers elsewhere in the city centre, spat at them, and attempted to set alight a wheelie bin outside a garage where a family with young children was hiding amid cries of 'Kill them' and dense smoke from burning tyres.
Pleaded guilty to racially-aggravated criminal damage and attempted arson. Prior convictions may have been considered.
John Nunan
Violent Disorder *
Sentence
2 years imprisonment
John Nunan, 36, of Hermes Close, east Hull, was involved in the disorder in Ferensway on August 3, 2024, where he picked up a police riot shield, mockingly crouched behind it, threw multiple missiles at police, and pushed a bin towards them.
Became emotional during court proceedings, contrasting his behaviour in footage where he mocked police by crouching behind a riot shield and throwing objects.
Corey Holloway
Violent Disorder *
Sentence
18 months imprisonment
Corey Holloway, of Belmont Street, Scunthorpe, was involved in the riots on August 3, 2024, where he acted violently and aggressively towards police, threw a traffic cone at them, and propelled a refuse container towards police officers. He will spend his 21st birthday in a Young Offenders' Institution.
Was violent and aggressive towards police.
Steven Love
Violent Disorder *
Sentence
40 months imprisonment
Steven Love, 41, of Middleton Street, west Hull, participated in the violence in Ferensway on August 3, 2024, by hurling a blue wheelie bin at police, charging at them, and throwing missiles.
Was on licence for previous offences of affray and dangerous driving, had 49 previous offences on his record, and was injured by a police dog during the incident.
Travis Whitelock
Violent Disorder *
Sentence
2 years imprisonment
Travis Whitelock, 23, of Brisbane Street, west Hull, participated in the disorder on August 3, 2024, by covering his face with a grey balaclava, throwing missiles at police, pushing a burning bin towards them, and kicking a moving police van.
Played a prominent role in the riots and had nine previous offences on his record.
Connor Whiteley
Violent disorder *
Sentence
3 years imprisonment for violent disorder and 14 months for assault of an emergency worker, to run concurrently
Connor Whiteley, 26, of Spring Bank, west Hull, played a prominent role in horrifying racist mob violence in Hull city centre on August 3, 2024. He attempted to cover his face while charging at police officers, kicking a female police officer to the ground, throwing missiles, and damaging vehicles that had been set on fire. This occurred amidst widespread disorder involving threats to kill members of the public, including terrified children who were cowering nearby, as part of 12 hours of racist hate-fuelled violence.
Pleaded guilty to violent disorder and assault of an emergency worker. Described as a family man with mental health issues, but the judge stated this did not reduce his culpability. The offense was racially aggravated.
Christopher Douglas
Violent disorder *
Sentence
2 years and 8 months imprisonment
Christopher Douglas took part in violent disorder in Hull city centre on August 3, 2024, during riots fuelled by far-right groups. The events included looting of shops, setting fires on pavements, and attacking a police cordon, resulting in injuries to officers and extensive damage to public and private property, triggered by misinformation about a stabbing in Southport.
Admitted violent disorder and possession of cannabis. Judge Mark Bury noted the cost to council tax payers for repairs due to the riots.
Andrew Stewart
Violent disorder *
Sentence
2 years and 6 months imprisonment
Andrew Stewart participated in widespread violent disorder in Hull city centre on August 3, 2024, amid riots incited by far-right agitators. The disorder involved looting shops, starting fires on pavements, and causing significant damage, including to pavements and public property. He was part of a mob that contributed to the chaos following false social media claims about a stabbing incident in Southport.
Admitted violent disorder. Judge Mark Bury highlighted the financial cost to council tax payers from the riots.
Brandon Kirkwood
Violent disorder *
Sentence
2 years and 6 months imprisonment
Brandon Kirkwood was involved in violent disorder on August 3, 2024, in Hull city centre, where riots led to looting, fires, and attacks on police. The unrest caused significant harm, including injuries to officers and destruction of pavements and shops, stemming from false online claims regarding a stabbing incident in Southport.
Admitted violent disorder. Judge Mark Bury emphasised the financial burden on the community from the riot damage.
June 2024 4 cases
Claudiu Rizea
Sexual Assault *
Sentence
8 years and 3 months imprisonment
In the early hours of September 8, 2023, Claudiu Rizea approached an 18-year-old woman outside Euston station, offered her a cigarette, followed her to Westminster, attempted to hug and kiss her, exposed his genitals at Baker Street Underground station, tried to drag her out of the station to sexually assault her, grabbed her arms and hair in further attempts to drag her away, and continued to pursue her until she escaped, locked herself in a station toilet, and alerted British Transport Police, who arrested him.
Pleaded guilty to exposure and sexual assault. Placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £228.
Audi Johnson
Conspiracy to kidnap *
Sentence
five years and four months imprisonment
Audi Johnson, a member of a London-based gang, was involved in the kidnapping of a 36-year-old pregnant woman on 10 May 2024 outside her home in Enfield. The victim was grabbed, thrown into a white Ford Transit van, bound with cable ties, and subjected to threats, including demands for money and jewellery communicated via phone calls to her partner. She managed to escape while alone in the van and sought safety.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to kidnap.
Ahmad Ghiasi
Conspiracy to kidnap *
Sentence
seven years imprisonment
Ahmad Ghiasi, part of a London-based gang, participated in the kidnapping of a 36-year-old pregnant woman on 10 May 2024 near her Enfield home. The group grabbed her, forced her into a van, restrained her, and made threatening phone calls to her partner, demanding money and jewellery while threatening harm. The victim escaped and the suspects were identified through forensic evidence.
Convicted after a six-week trial for conspiracy to kidnap.
Nicholas Mitchell
Conspiracy to kidnap *
Sentence
nine years imprisonment
Nicholas Mitchell, a member of a London-based gang, was involved in kidnapping a 36-year-old pregnant woman on 10 May 2024 outside her home in Enfield. The attackers seized her, bundled her into a van, tied her hands, and threatened her life and unborn child during phone calls to her partner demanding valuables. She escaped the vehicle and was later rescued.
Convicted after a six-week trial for conspiracy to kidnap.
April 2024 2 cases
Mark Fleming
Wounding and harassment *
Sentence
20-month suspended prison sentence, 120-day tagged alcohol abstinence order, 25 days' rehabilitation, £500 compensation, £150 costs, and a five-year restraining order
Mark Fleming, in a relationship with the victim for 36 years, pushed her during a confrontation in the kitchen on May 20, 2023, causing her to fall and cut her head on a door frame, resulting in significant bleeding. He then punched the wound, exacerbating the injury. The victim required hospital treatment with seven strips on her forehead. Additionally, between November 8 and 19, 2023, he harassed her with threatening messages and breached a non-molestation order on November 16, 2023, sending emails that included threats of death, leaving her scared to go out and causing significant mental distress.
Denied wounding but was convicted after a trial; admitted harassment and breaching a non-molestation order; judge described the assault as 'callous' and the messages as 'appalling'; has no previous convictions and showed genuine remorse.
Joel Lorrell Simpson
Murder *
Sentence
Sentenced (specific details not provided)
Joel Lorrell Simpson stabbed David Hunt to death in Hull in June 2024.
Sentenced for the murder of David Hunt.
March 2024 1 case
Patrick Taylor
Exposure *
Sentence
25 days' rehabilitation
On October 12, 2022, in the early evening, a woman walking along Anlaby Road in Hull with her mother and sister saw Patrick Taylor, naked in an upstairs window of a residential property, exposing himself and committing a sex act. She provided a full description and positively identified him. His sister also witnessed the incident. Taylor claimed it was a genuine mistake while getting dressed after a shower, but he pleaded guilty.
Convicted of exposure after trial; previous conviction for similar offence; judge noted denial of offending and danger to females; remanded in custody post-trial to await sentence for current offence.
October 2023 1 case
Lewis Brown
Possession with intent to supply cocaine and Ecstasy *
Sentence
10-month suspended prison sentence, 180 hours' unpaid work, six months' drug rehabilitation, and 15 days' rehabilitation
On August 10, 2024, Lewis Brown was found in a vehicle in Paragon Street, Hull, with cocaine, Ecstasy, a large amount of cash, and cannabis. He had previously been given a suspended sentence and breached its terms by missing unpaid work sessions and probation appointments. Police discovered the drugs and cash during a search.
Admitted to possessing cocaine and Ecstasy with intent to supply, possessing criminal property, and possessing cannabis. Breached the order multiple times but was given another chance; judge warned that further breaches would result in imprisonment. Initially showed a flippant attitude but has re-engaged.
July 2023 1 case
Brian Walters
Rape *
Sentence
imprisonment
Brian Walters, aged 67 at sentencing, was convicted of raping a woman after plying her with nearly 30 cans of Fosters lager, leaving her 'out of it' and unable to stand. The victim recalled him having sex with her but little else, waking up fully naked. She reported the incident to a support officer, appearing visibly upset, which led to police involvement. Walters denied the allegations, claiming no truth to them and disputing the amount of alcohol consumed. He was imprisoned at HMP Littlehey following conviction.
Denied rape and two counts of indecent assault but was convicted by a jury. Judge Mark Bury noted he had plied the victim with drink to the point where she was incapable of looking after herself. Mitigator Charlotte Baines said he was struggling to cope with custody. Died in prison on October 27, 2024, from a heart attack caused by atherosclerosis.
June 2023 3 cases
Richard Batty
Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs *
Sentence
12 years imprisonment
Richard Batty, 38, of Church Lane, Withernwick, East Yorkshire, was part of an organised crime group that used Encrochat to distribute an estimated £4.1 million worth of cocaine into Hull and surrounding areas between April and August 2020. He received drugs from Robert Gervis and was involved in a deal where he refused cocaine due to quality. Following his arrest in August 2020, a 10-tonne hydraulic press used for pressing cocaine was recovered from his address.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. A Proceeds of Crime Act confiscation will take place for high-value assets seized.
Robert Gervis
Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs *
Sentence
Seven-and-a-half years imprisonment
Robert Gervis, 59, of Hadfield Street, Northwich, Cheshire, was part of an organised crime group that used Encrochat to distribute cocaine into Hull and surrounding areas between April and August 2020. He acted as a courier, delivering 41 kilograms of cocaine to Richard Batty. On one occasion in June 2020, he transported five 1-kilogram blocks of cocaine valued at around £500,000, which were refused due to quality, leading to his arrest on the M62 near Goole.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. Acted as a trusted courier in the operation.
Michael Pearson
Manslaughter *
Sentence
7.5 years imprisonment
Michael Pearson, 30, of Saltshouse Road, east Hull, killed his friend Scott Akester with a single punch to the face during a drunken argument outside the Grandale pub in Hull on November 19, 2022. The pair had been drinking with friends when a minor altercation escalated. Pearson turned and punched Scott, causing him to fall and hit his head on the floor, leading to fatal injuries despite emergency services' efforts to save him.
Found guilty of manslaughter after a three-week trial. The incident followed a drunken argument outside a pub.
April 2023 2 cases
Scott Thomas
Robbery *
Sentence
Imprisonment for a combined total of 25 years with co-defendant
Scott Thomas and Colin Mellors forced their way into a couple's home on August 16, 2022. The man's partner had been punched in the face, gagged, and bound with tie wraps. Thomas held a knife to the man's throat while Mellors demanded money and searched the home. The pair threatened to injure the victims with a hot iron and power tools before fleeing with £40 in cash.
Pled not guilty and showed no remorse for the crime, forcing victims to testify in a week-long trial.
Colin Mellors
Robbery *
Sentence
Imprisonment for a combined total of 25 years with co-defendant
Scott Thomas and Colin Mellors forced their way into a couple's home on August 16, 2022. The man's partner had been punched in the face, gagged, and bound with tie wraps. Thomas held a knife to the man's throat while Mellors demanded money and searched the home. The pair threatened to injure the victims with a hot iron and power tools before fleeing with £40 in cash.
Pled not guilty and showed no remorse for the crime, forcing victims to testify in a week-long trial.
February 2023 1 case
Lee Suffill
Robbery *
Sentence
Prison sentence (specific details not provided)
Lee Suffill, 51, of Glencoe Street, west Hull, threatened pharmacy staff with a bladed weapon at two pharmacies on Hessle Road, Gipsyville, on separate occasions in December 2022. He made off with a large quantity of items each time, causing traumatic experiences for the staff.
Pleaded guilty to robbery, burglary, and two counts of possession of a bladed article. Remanded in custody awaiting sentencing.
January 2023 2 cases
Ryan Miller
Possession of heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply *
Sentence
3 years imprisonment
Ryan Miller was involved in drug dealing. Police executed a warrant at a property on Hessle Road in September, where they discovered a large quantity of Class A drugs, including heroin and crack cocaine, along with more than £3,000 in cash and numerous mobile phones. The drugs were believed to be destined for several parts of Hull.
Pleaded guilty to possession of heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply. Arrested after a police raid on a property.
Barry Weadock
Possession of heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply *
Sentence
4 years imprisonment
Barry Weadock was involved in drug dealing. Police executed a warrant at a property on Hessle Road in September, where they discovered a large quantity of Class A drugs, including heroin and crack cocaine, along with more than £3,000 in cash and numerous mobile phones. The drugs were believed to be destined for several parts of Hull.
Pleaded guilty to possession of heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply. Arrested after a police raid on a property.
October 2020 1 case
Raymond Tether
Making indecent images of children *
Sentence
14-month suspended prison sentence
In 2020, Raymond Tether was caught making thousands of indecent images of children, including Category A images involving the rape of a girl aged three or four and images of a baby aged about six months, along with other prohibited and extreme pornographic images. He had 159 Category A images and videos, 291 Category B images and videos, and 1,718 Category C images.
Convicted of serious child sex offences including indecent assault and sexual activity with a child; previously spared custody in 2020 for making indecent images of children; described as a 'manipulative nightmare' and failed to give evidence in trial.
January 2019 1 case
Astrit Kapaj
Burglary *
Sentence
14 years imprisonment
Astrit Kapaj conducted a decade-long spree of burglaries in Wimbledon, targeting wealthy homeowners in unoccupied homes at night. He slashed security camera wires, painted over lenses, entered through upstairs windows, and wore a fishing hat and face covering to avoid detection. He drove from his home in Greater Manchester to carry out the raids, believed to be behind up to 200 break-ins, stealing up to £5 million in goods, which left residents terrified.
Pleaded guilty to 26 offences. Judge described his operation as militaristic and him as a prolific, persistent and professional burglar.
November 2016 1 case
Ethem Orhon
Attempted Murder *
Sentence
20 years imprisonment, to serve two-thirds, followed by five years on licence
Ethem Orhon, a 66-year-old Turkish pensioner, was released by police after an arrest for suspected drugs possession and went on a knife rampage outside a Sainsbury’s in Hampton, south west London. Just 90 minutes after his release, he stabbed Janet Morsy multiple times, leaving her fighting for her life, and seriously injured Suzanna Brand, Jean Sullivan, and Charandasi Chandiramani. The attacks occurred in a car park where victims were going about daily activities such as shopping or catching a bus. Orhon was subdued after two schoolboys distracted him and alerted authorities. Police later found items at his home suggesting premeditation, including a Tube guide with notes about 'murder at green lights'.
Convicted of two counts of attempted murder and two counts of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. Pleaded not guilty and claimed he was hypnotised by police. Judge noted he was likely suffering from paranoid psychosis and had prior convictions for possessing an offensive weapon, shoplifting, and other offences.

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Lowgate, Hull HU1 2EZ, Hull, HU1 2EZ, United Kingdom
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Magistrates Court

Beverley

12.5 km away

Grimsby Magistrates Court

Grimsby Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Grimsby

25.6 km away

Great Grimsby Crown Court

Great Grimsby Crown Court

Crown Court

Grimsby

25.8 km away

York Crown Court

York Crown Court

Crown Court

York

54.4 km away

York Magistrates Court

York Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

York

54.6 km away

Doncaster Magistrates Court

Doncaster Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Doncaster

58.3 km away

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