Leeds Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 506 verdicts at Leeds Crown Court (Leeds, Leeds). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

April 2026 1 case

Andrew Reed

Wounding *

Sentence

Not stated

Andrew Reed, 32, of Beeston Park Terrace, stabbed a stranger in an unprovoked attack on Town Street in Beeston in October 2024. The victim was walking to the gym when Reed approached, shouted racial slurs including 'Is it time for war' and 'I'm a white man this is my world', and chased him with a small knife after the victim tried to push him away. Reed struck several blows, causing stab wounds to the victim's back, chest area, and left forearm; part of the blade embedded in the chest. Reed fled after a passerby intervened. The victim sought treatment at Leeds General Infirmary for wounds including a 2cm cut to his upper back. Reed was arrested on October 31, 2024, with similar knives and cocaine seized. He claimed self-defence in interview but admitted possession of the knife.

Made the subject of a section 41 hospital order under the Mental Health Act. Pleaded guilty to wounding, having a bladed article in a public place, and possession of a class A drug. Suffering from schizo-affective disorder and under the influence of drugs at the time; not taking medication. Judge noted illness not sole cause but failure to take medication due to illness itself. Prior convictions for possession of a hammer, battery, and assaulting police officers.

2 Apr 2026

March 2026 15 cases

Thomas Collett

Theft from shop *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Thomas Collett, 29, of no fixed abode, committed multiple thefts from shops, possessed bladed articles on two occasions, and assaulted an emergency worker. He was a prolific shoplifter targeting retail stores in the Leeds area.

Pleaded guilty to 19 counts of theft from shop, two counts of possession of a bladed article and assault of an emergency worker. Subject to a four-year Criminal Behaviour Order prohibiting entry to Co-op and Tesco stores in Leeds Metropolitan area, The Springs Retail Park, and requiring him to leave retail premises when asked.

28 Mar 2026

Abdi Wahab Abdulla

Rape *

Sentence

seven-and-a-half years imprisonment

Abdi Wahab Abdulla, 31, of Harehills Avenue, pounced on a 19-year-old man as he slept in Queens Arcade, Leeds city centre, in the early hours of January 14, 2023, after the victim had been out drinking and was heavily intoxicated. CCTV footage showed Abdulla entering the arcade, searching the sleeping man, and taking items including his phone, keys, and credit card. As the man woke, Abdulla helped him to his feet and followed him over some distance. He then threatened the man with a knife and raped him near the Merrion Centre, before attempting to rape him in Woodhouse Moor Park. Abdulla was identified via CCTV, arrested on February 12, 2023, and later admitted the attack to police.

Found guilty of rape and attempted rape following a trial. Pleaded guilty to theft. Ordered to sign the Sex Offenders' Register.

27 Mar 2026

Rashid Boachie

Rape and sexual assault *

Sentence

15 years and six months extended sentence

Rashid Boachie, 44, targeted lone women in Leeds. On August 10, 2025, he preyed on a woman separated from her friends during a night out, speaking with her on CCTV before taking her behind the Travelodge hotel in Blayds Yard where he sexually assaulted her; a hotel staff member intervened after hearing her cries. He was identified via media appeal, arrested four days later, and DNA matched to a 2021 rape in Beeston where he had picked up another separated, intoxicated woman in his car, mistaking it for a taxi, and took her to isolated car parks to rape her. She sent a video message saying 'Help me.'

Found guilty of rape and sexual assault following a trial. Deliberately preyed on heavily intoxicated, vulnerable women who had become separated from their friends. Refused to admit guilt, resulting in victims having to go through the trial process.

25 Mar 2026

Mason Murray

Intentional strangulation *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

On September 3, 2025, at around 4.15pm, Mason Murray assaulted his girlfriend in a bedroom after accusing her of cheating due to her receiving an offer for a trial shift at a new job. The relationship had been abusive for three years. He kicked her bags, pushed her into drawers, slapped and punched her, strangled her with both hands lifting her off the floor until she could hardly open her eyes, threw her to the floor, and threatened her with a lamp. When his mother intervened, he called her a 'rat'. He took her phone and later left the house with a Samurai sword, brandishing it in the street and entering another address before hiding in a bush where police found him. The sword was not recovered. He claimed to be drunk and angry during interview.

Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation and having an article with a blade or point. First experience of custody described as sobering; expressed remorse in letter to judge.

24 Mar 2026

Middlesbrough Trans Woman

Possession of indecent images of children *

Sentence

Community order

Middlesbrough trans woman caught with images of children being abused.

Not stated

20 Mar 2026

Marc Carter

Manslaughter *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Marc Carter, 20, formerly of Dunbar Street, Wakefield, participated in a drive-by shooting on Doncaster Road in Wakefield on August 12, 2025, resulting in the mistaken fatal shooting of Dale Stogden. The intended targets were two other men present who escaped unharmed.

Found guilty of manslaughter and admitted conspiracy to supply Class A drug offences.

17 Mar 2026

Adam Ahmed

Manslaughter *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Adam Ahmed, 21, of Robin Hood Crescent, Wakefield, was involved in a drive-by shooting on Doncaster Road in Wakefield on August 12, 2025, which mistakenly killed Dale Stogden. The shooting targeted two other men who fled the scene, but Stogden, who was with a female friend, was fatally wounded by a single gunshot.

Found guilty of manslaughter and admitted conspiracy to supply Class A drug offences.

17 Mar 2026

Darren Gibson

Child sexual abuse *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Between 1997 and 2004, Darren Gibson targeted victims at children's events where he performed as a DJ, including a 'crisps and pop' night at a local children's club. He also picked up other victims in his local area, presenting himself as a trusted, friendly figure to young girls before subjecting them to sustained sexual abuse, often continuing for multiple years. Much of the abuse took place at the pair’s home, in Gibson’s car, at venues where he performed, and other locations. One victim explained how Gibson targeted her at a 14th birthday party where he was performing, before taking them to a local nightclub and then back to his home where he sexually abused her. Gibson often plied his young victims with alcohol and, on occasion, drugs, before carrying out his abuse. He even took some of his victims to obtain contraception so he could abuse them without protection. The offences reflect abuse against 12 further victims who were aged between nine and 15 at the time.

Pleaded guilty to 43 counts of child sexual abuse, including 23 x indecent assault, 8 x rape, 1 x attempting to engage in sexual intercourse with a child under the age of 13, 3 x sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 years, 4 x indecency with a child, 2 x sexual assault of a child under 13, 2 x sexual activity with a child. This will run consecutive to his existing 24-year sentence. Minimum of 24 years to serve.

16 Mar 2026

Rebecca Kirton

Child sexual abuse *

Sentence

7 years and 6 months imprisonment

Between 1997 and 2004, Rebecca Kirton, Gibson’s adopted sister and romantic partner, played a key role in facilitating Gibson's offending, acting as a conduit to provide him with access to victims and assisting in the abuse. Much of the abuse took place at the pair’s home, in Gibson’s car, at venues where he performed, and other locations. The offences reflect abuse against 12 further victims who were aged between nine and 15 at the time.

Pleaded guilty to 14 counts of child sexual abuse, including 7 x indecent assault, 1 x rape, 1 x attempting to have sexual intercourse with a child under the age of 13, 1 x sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 years, 1 x sexual assault of a child under 13, 3 x sexual activity with a child. This will run consecutive to her existing 12-year sentence. Actively facilitated Gibson’s abuse, helped him access his victims and frequently carried out the abuse herself.

16 Mar 2026

Reece Clay

Rape *

Sentence

20 years imprisonment

Reece Clay, 26, of Ovenden Green, Halifax, targeted two teenage boys he met on dating apps. The first victim, aged 17, was lured to Leeds for drinks in 2021 when Clay was 23. After drinking, Clay persuaded the boy to his flat on the Armouries, locked him in, and repeatedly raped and assaulted him over two days, including strangling, hitting with an oven tray, and forcing compliance by referencing prior abuse. The boy escaped and later reported the incidents. Clay's phone revealed indecent images of children and the victim. While under investigation, Clay fled to the Dominican Republic but was arrested upon return. On bail, he targeted an 18-year-old boy, luring him to the Bridge pub in Leeds where he sexually assaulted him in the toilets despite protests. Clay denied offences but was convicted after trial.

Convicted by a jury following a trial of offences including rape, sexual assault, a multi-incident count of rape, assault occasioning actual bodily harm and assault by penetration. Admitted making indecent images of children. Placed on the Sex Offenders' Register for life. No previous convictions. Mitigating factors included difficult childhood, use of anabolic steroids, and expressions of genuine remorse.

13 Mar 2026

Kevin Talbot

Burglary *

Sentence

4 years and 9 months imprisonment

Kevin Talbot, 60, of no fixed abode, targeted homes in Leeds and Bradford areas with multiple burglaries, including in Idle on October 23 and November 8, 2025; Esholt between October 29 and November 3, 2025; Pudsey between November 17 and 20, 2025; attempted burglary in Calverley on November 8, 2025; and theft of parcels in Bramley on October 30, 2025. He also stole a car in Harrogate on November 22, 2025, leading to aggravated vehicle taking and dangerous driving charges after failing to stop for police in Yeadon and crashing in Calverley. Linked to offences via forensic evidence, doorbell cameras, and CCTV. Arrested after the crash and has been in custody since.

Pleaded guilty to multiple burglaries, attempted burglary, theft of parcels, aggravated vehicle taking, and dangerous driving. Previously wanted for recall to prison.

9 Mar 2026

Nico Barraclough

Rape *

Sentence

jailed

Nico Barraclough from Honley groomed a young and vulnerable girl and forced the child to watch a sexual act

Sick rapist who groomed young and vulnerable girl and forced the child to watch a sexual act

3 Mar 2026

Shane Donlan

Arson *

Sentence

jailed

Shane Donlan set fire to his own home after being accused of murdering people

Set fire to his own home after being accused of murdering people

3 Mar 2026

Frankie Allwork

Penetrative sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment with minimum term of 8 years

Frankie Allwork raped a child on several occasions over several months at his address in Kentmere Avenue and at the victim’s home. The victim, who cannot be named for legal reasons, believed they had a 'secret relationship' and was under the age of consent. The offences were investigated by detectives from the Child Vulnerability Exploitation Team (CVET).

Pleaded guilty to multiple counts of penetrative sexual activity with a child. Sexual Harm Prevention Order and restraining order issued. Added to Sex Offenders' Register for life.

2 Mar 2026

Jamie Bouncer

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

Jamie Bouncer, 22, of Hall Street, Pontefract, borrowed his friend's VW Golf without a full driving licence after attending a house party in Castleford following a nightclub visit. On 12 January 2025, in the early hours of the morning under freezing and wet conditions, he lost control on Wheldon Road, driving in excess of the 30mph speed limit, crashed through a fence, and the car landed in a disused water treatment tank in the Yorkshire Water compound. Taylor Lupton, 18, was thrown from the vehicle and died at the scene, while the 21-year-old owner of the car was seriously injured.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by drink driving, driving uninsured, and driving without a full licence. Banned from driving for 10 years and must take an extended retest.

2 Mar 2026

February 2026 9 cases

Jobie Tyers

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 27 years 295 days

Jobie Tyers, 28, and Michael Mulvana burst into a property in York, attacking Indrit Mustafaj who was travelling between Bradford and York for drug sales. Mustafaj was repeatedly slashed and stabbed with a machete, and the attackers stole drugs and thousands of pounds in cash.

Found guilty of murder after trial.

28 Feb 2026

Scott Pearson

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment

Scott Pearson, 39, on January 2 attacked a man in a pub basement after mistaking a vape for drugs, hitting him over the head with a glass, strangling him, and threatening him until pulled off.

Admitted to affray, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and assault. Previous convictions for robbery.

28 Feb 2026

Tauseef Younis

Supplying class A drugs *

Sentence

33 months imprisonment

Tauseef Younis, 37, of Harvest Court, Halifax, supplied wraps of heroin and crack cocaine to an undercover police officer as part of a drug supply operation.

Admitted to offences of supplying heroin and crack cocaine. Evidence recovered of running a drug supply operation.

28 Feb 2026

Michael Mulvana

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 27 years 295 days

Michael Mulvana, 32, and Jobie Tyers burst into a property in York, attacking Indrit Mustafaj who was travelling between Bradford and York for drug sales. Mustafaj was repeatedly slashed and stabbed with a machete, and the attackers stole drugs and thousands of pounds in cash.

Found guilty of murder after trial.

28 Feb 2026

Adam Sylvester

Causing grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

11 years and two months imprisonment

Adam Sylvester, 29, of no fixed abode, headbutted and repeatedly punched a fellow guest at the Featherstone Hotel on Station Road in Featherstone in April 2025, following a dispute over noise after knocking on the victim's room door. The assault caused multiple facial and head injuries to the victim.

Changed his plea to guilty ahead of trial. Extended sentence reflecting the violent nature of the attack.

23 Feb 2026

David Lawn

Rape of a child under 16 *

Sentence

20 years extended sentence plus 1 year on licence

David Lawn sexually abused a child over six years in the 1990s. The victim reported the abuse to West Yorkshire Police in 2021 as an adult, leading to an investigation. He was charged with multiple sexual offences, including three counts of raping a female under the age of 16.

Found guilty of all 16 charges after trial. Added to sexual offenders register for life. Victim impact statement highlighted long-term effects of abuse.

13 Feb 2026

Aaran Barden

Racially aggravated disorderly behaviour *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment

On August 12, 2025, in Middleton, Aaran Barden racially abused a taxi driver, claiming to have a bomb in his bag and threatening to blow him up. He shouted racist abuse at a group of Asian women on the street. He targeted a family outside a charity shop, abusing a seven-year-old girl and her aunt, threatening to kill them and telling them to go back to their country. He followed them into a shop, claimed to have a bomb, sprayed an inhaler inside, and attempted to enter through a side door. He then followed one woman to her car, kicked the doors, and counted down from 10 claiming a bomb would go off, causing her terror. Police arrested him after recognizing him on CCTV.

Plea of guilty to communicating false information with intent and three counts of racially aggravated disorderly behaviour intended to cause alarm or distress. Had previous convictions for failing to comply with court orders and racially aggravated harassment. Mitigating factors included not taking prescribed medication Olanzapine at the time, leading to hallucinations; has since improved in custody and shown remorse.

12 Feb 2026

Daniel Garside

Rape *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment with 1 year extended licence

Daniel Garside, 40, of Waltons Heights in Liversedge, committed 20 separate sexual offences against two young girls under 13. The offences included multiple counts of rape, attempted rape, causing a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity, sexual assault, and making indecent images. The abuse against the first victim occurred when she was under 13, and against the second victim when she was also a young child. The crimes were reported to West Yorkshire Police in June 2025 by the first victim, leading to an investigation by the Kirklees Child Safeguarding Unit, his arrest, and identification of the second victim who supported the prosecution.

Admitted 15 serious sexual offences against one victim; convicted of two sexual assault offences and three of making indecent images against a second victim. Must register on the sex offenders register for life. Victims' statements highlighted long-term emotional trauma including depression, confidence issues, relationship struggles, and feeling violated.

7 Feb 2026

Ethan Hare

Rape *

Sentence

15 years extended sentence (10 years custody + 5 years extended licence)

On a night out in Huddersfield, the victim fell while walking home on Leeds Road and was offered a lift by Ethan Hare, 40, of Ashfield Drive, Halifax, in his blue Ford Focus. During the drive to Mirfield, Hare, whose trousers were already open, raped her twice; she complied out of fear. He then dropped her at Cooper Bridge petrol station, claiming he needed to return to his wife and children. The victim flagged down a taxi, whose driver assisted and called police. Hare was arrested within 24 hours and claimed consensual sex, but was convicted after an October 2025 trial. The incident caused severe anxiety, relationship issues, and work difficulties for the victim.

Found guilty after trial of two counts of rape. Previous convictions for theft and motoring offences, but none sexual. Mitigating factors included generally law-abiding life prior to offences, family support, and one short incident. Judge noted he targeted a vulnerable victim and was trawling for sexual activity.

6 Feb 2026

January 2026 25 cases

Mohammed Qazi

Strangulation *

Sentence

Not stated

Mohammed Qazi strangled his estranged wife on their 18th wedding anniversary following an attempt to rekindle their relationship.

Strangled estranged wife on 18th wedding anniversary after rekindle attempt.

27 Jan 2026

Suleman Baig

Sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

9 years and 9 months imprisonment

Suleman Baig, a 40-year-old solicitor from Grimsby, groomed two young girls for his own sexual gratification starting in November 2021. He coaxed them into engaging in sexual activity, sending explicit images, and receiving payments for sexual services. Baig sent multiple messages via social media requesting indecent images and participated in sexual activity with one victim. He pressured the girls to retract their statements to police, including sneaking into one girl's home to influence her friend. Police seized his electronics, uncovering thousands of text messages, explicit images, and videos. Baig initially denied all allegations but admitted guilt during trial proceedings. He breached bail conditions by retaining valid travel documents after surrendering an expired passport.

Pleaded guilty on the second day of trial. Placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life and handed an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention order. Described as a manipulative sexual predator who groomed two girls and attempted to pervert the course of justice.

26 Jan 2026

Wieslaw Michniewicz

Human trafficking *

Sentence

jailed

Wieslaw Michniewicz and his then-wife Aleksandra Timoszek used the Badoo dating app to lure women to the UK with promises of romance and bundles of cash, but instead forced them into brothels.

With then-wife Aleksandra Timoszek; lured women to UK with dating app promising romance but forced them into brothels.

23 Jan 2026

Marianna Iova

Human trafficking *

Sentence

jailed

Costel Tambac and Marianna Iova operated a prostitution ring in Leeds, forcing women into having sex with up to eight clients per day.

With Costel Tambac; ran prostitution ring forcing women to have sex with eight clients a day.

23 Jan 2026

Mariusz Seretny

Conspiracy to control prostitution for gain *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Mariusz Seretny, 45, assisted Wieslaw Michniewicz and Aleksandra Timoszek in luring young women from eastern Europe to the UK using dating apps like Badoo or employment adverts with promises of legitimate work or romantic relationships between 2015 and 2016. Upon arrival, the women were forced to work as prostitutes in brothels in Leeds and Sheffield. Seretny was responsible for transporting the women, ordering and delivering condoms, and other logistics in the operation, which involved keeping ledgers of fabricated debts exceeding £169,000, restricting contact with the outside world, requiring day-and-night work, and using threats of violence against victims or their families. One victim escaped after contacting West Yorkshire Police, leading to Operation Laggenend in July 2016.

Convicted of conspiracy to arrange or facilitate the travel of another person with a view to exploitation; conspiracy to incite another person to become a prostitute for gain; and conspiracy to control prostitution for gain.

23 Jan 2026

Marta Seretny

Conspiracy to control prostitution for gain *

Sentence

1 year community order with 180 hours unpaid work and 5 days rehabilitation activity

Marta Seretny was involved in the operation run by Wieslaw Michniewicz, Aleksandra Timoszek, and Mariusz Seretny, which lured young women from eastern Europe to the UK using dating apps like Badoo or employment adverts with promises of legitimate work or romantic relationships between 2015 and 2016. Upon arrival, the women were forced to work as prostitutes in brothels in Leeds and Sheffield. Seretny's role included receiving payments for childcare and arrangements like nail appointments, which were recorded as debts in the ledgers totaling over £169,000, indicating her awareness and involvement in the exploitation. The operation involved restricting contact with the outside world, requiring day-and-night work, and using threats of violence against victims or their families. One victim escaped after contacting West Yorkshire Police, leading to Operation Laggenend in July 2016.

Found guilty of one count of conspiracy to control prostitution for gain. Her involvement included knowledge of the operation through childcare arrangements and other services attributed as debts in the ledgers.

23 Jan 2026

Christopher Hawksworth

Child sexual offences *

Sentence

behind bars

Christopher Hawksworth, a prolific paedophile, was imprisoned after denying responsibility and pleading for restrictions on his mobile phone use.

Prolific paedophile who pleaded for mobile phone ban, claiming 'None of this is my fault'.

23 Jan 2026

Aleksandra Timoszek

Human trafficking *

Sentence

jailed

Wieslaw Michniewicz and his then-wife Aleksandra Timoszek used the Badoo dating app to lure women to the UK with promises of romance and bundles of cash, but instead forced them into brothels.

With then-husband Wieslaw Michniewicz; lured women to UK with dating app promising romance but forced them into brothels.

23 Jan 2026

Alexander Julien

Rape *

Sentence

9.5 years imprisonment

Alexander Julien raped a female aged over 16 in Wakefield District in 2022. He also engaged in coercive and controlling behaviour and committed separate drug offences. The victim endured a horrendous ordeal and showed tremendous bravery in coming forward.

Denied charges but found guilty by jury after trial in December. Five years for rape, two years concurrent for two counts of coercive and controlling behaviour, plus two years and six months consecutive for separate drug offences.

22 Jan 2026

Aiden Bridges

Assault *

Sentence

4 years and 8 months imprisonment

In August 2024, Aiden Bridges participated in a revenge attack on a second man at Natalie Dennison's flat in Orchard Street, Huddersfield. The man had previously been violent towards Dennison. Bridges woke the man, hit him, forced him into a cupboard, and later struck him in the ribs and face. He joined Francois, Bhatti, and Hainds in kicking the victim while Dennison used an iron. The victim escaped after fearing for his life when a rug was brought in.

Involved in the revenge assault on the second victim. Lightly convicted, no youth trouble, expresses guilt and shame, particularly towards his grandmother. Lived with grandmother as youth, later reconnected with mother. Father of one.

19 Jan 2026

Curtis Hainds

Assault *

Sentence

2 years and 9 months imprisonment

In August 2024, Curtis Hainds took part in the revenge attack on a second man at Natalie Dennison's flat. He joined Aiden Bridges, Makyle Francois, and Joshua Bhatti in taking turns to kick the victim in the face and body during the assault, while Dennison used an iron. The victim was covered in blood, had his hair cut, and escaped after a rug was introduced, fearing murder.

Involved in the revenge assault on the second victim. Aged 17 at the time, immaturity noted, affected by COVID-era education loss, fell in with drug users. No prior convictions mentioned, shows remorse, pre-sentence report highlights potential for rehabilitation. Judge noted his presence at prior violence.

19 Jan 2026

Joshua Bhatti

Assault and false imprisonment *

Sentence

22 years extended sentence (18 years custody + 4 years extended licence)

In July 2024, drugs belonging to Joshua Bhatti were seized when the first victim was arrested. Bhatti, with Makyle Francois, went to Natalie Dennison's flat where the victim was lured, accusing him of owing £10,000. They participated in the torture, including hits with a metal bar, wooden meat tenderiser, Impulse can burns, waterboarding, and confining him to a cupboard until his escape on July 15, 2024. In August 2024, Bhatti joined the revenge attack on a second man, taking turns kicking him in the face and ribs during the group assault at the flat.

Involved in assault and false imprisonment of both victims. Expressed remorse, light adult record (simple possession), progress in prison including mentoring and enhanced status. Acknowledged childhood exposure to violence and cannabis issues. Judge noted his drugs were the catalyst.

19 Jan 2026

Makyle Francois

Assault and false imprisonment *

Sentence

22 years extended sentence (18 years custody + 4 years extended licence)

In July 2024, Makyle Francois, along with Joshua Bhatti, arrived at Natalie Dennison's flat where the first victim was lured. They accused him of owing £10,000 for seized drugs, initiating severe violence including hits with a metal bar, wooden meat tenderiser, Impulse can burns, waterboarding, and forcing him into a cupboard during torture. The ordeal lasted until the victim escaped on July 15, 2024. In August 2024, he participated in a revenge attack on a second man at the same flat, taking turns kicking him in the face, involved in the assault with others, and cleaned blood from walls wearing latex gloves while the victim was held.

Involved in assault and false imprisonment of both victims. Light criminal record, personal mitigation including young age, loss of father, PTSD from prior assault, genuine remorse, and prison achievements. Judge highlighted his role in luring and violent assaults.

19 Jan 2026

Natalie Dennison

Kidnap, torture, sexual assault and false imprisonment *

Sentence

26 years extended sentence (21 years custody + 5 years extended licence)

In July 2024, Natalie Dennison lured a man to her flat in Orchard Street, Huddersfield, after his arrest led to the seizure of drugs belonging to Joshua Bhatti. With Bhatti and Makyle Francois, she accused the man of owing £10,000 for the lost drugs. Violence ensued with punches, hits from a metal bar, strap, wooden meat tenderiser, Impulse can burns, saucepan blows, and sexual assault. The man was forced into a kitchen cupboard, tortured in a 'Misery'-inspired attack, waterboarded multiple times, and held until July 15, 2024, when he escaped after police intervention prompted by his father's concerns. In August 2024, she participated in a revenge attack on a second man, hitting him with an iron, asphyxiating him with its cord, and assisting in the assault by others.

Led the kidnap, assault, sexual assault, and false imprisonment of the first victim. Previous conviction for assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Mitigating factors include progress in prison and late acceptance of guilt. Judge noted severe violence and torture.

19 Jan 2026

Rashawn Bedeau

Assisting an offender *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

Rashawn Bedeau, 28, of Arley Street, Leeds, fled the UK with Ellis Thornton on January 31, 2023, to Barbados, knowing he was wanted in connection with a firearms discharge incident in Lister Lane, Halifax, on January 2023, where a window was shot out. She continued to financially support his lifestyle for six months until July 2023 as he moved through Suriname and Mexico.

Helped Ellis Thornton flee the country and financially supported him for six months despite knowing he was wanted for a serious offence. Detective Sergeant Andrew Ellis hopes the sentence sends a message to those hindering police enquiries.

16 Jan 2026

Ibrar Mehrban

Grievous Bodily Harm and Section 47 Assault *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Ibrar Mehrban, 37, from Batley, assaulted a woman in her 30s in the street around 1.30am on July 1, 2025, before continuing the attack inside a garage. A man in his 20s overheard the assault, investigated, and opened the garage door. Mehrban hit him with a brick, knocking him to the floor and attacking him further, causing serious head injuries to the man and head and facial injuries to the woman. Both victims required hospital treatment. Mehrban was arrested at the scene and charged that day.

Found guilty of grievous bodily harm and section 47 assault. Remanded in custody until trial. Police praised the courage of both victims.

16 Jan 2026

Kai Helliwell

Possession with intent to supply cocaine *

Sentence

three years imprisonment

Kai Helliwell, 25, of Whitwell Drive, Elland, was arrested in May 2025 while driving in the Fixby area of Huddersfield. Cocaine worth between £5,396 and £9,516 was seized from his vehicle.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine and conspiracy to supply cocaine. Worked with Uzair Hamid.

15 Jan 2026

Uzair Hamid

Supply of ketamine *

Sentence

seven years and six months imprisonment

Uzair Hamid, 30, of Deveron Grove, Huddersfield, was arrested at his home in May 2025 as part of an investigation into a suspected drugs supply network in Kirklees. He was caught with ketamine with an estimated street value of between £511,000 and £1,460,000.

Admitted a number of drug offences including being concerned in the supply of ketamine, possession with intent to supply ketamine, possession with intent to supply cannabis, conspiring to supply cocaine and being concerned in the supply of a Class B drug.

15 Jan 2026

Steven Lewsley

Fraud by false representation *

Sentence

Community order with 250 hours unpaid work and 25 days rehabilitation activity requirement

Steven Lewsley, granted Power of Attorney over his uncle with severe dementia in December 2021 along with his sister, stole £68,130 from two of his uncle's bank accounts starting from that time. He used the money to fund his gambling addiction, withdrawing £200 to £400 daily in cash, as well as spending on fuel, car parts from Euro Car Parts, and items from Wickes. The theft was discovered in autumn 2024 when the uncle's social worker noted suspicious transactions in bank statements from September 2023 to September 2024, including excessive unrelated spending and cash withdrawals, leading to concerns about unpaid care home fees. Leeds City Council conducted a financial assessment, and the matter was reported to police. Lewsley was arrested on April 5, 2025, and admitted the withdrawals were for gambling during his interview.

Pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation. Suffered from depression and gambling addiction. Expressed remorse. Previous convictions for shop theft, handling stolen goods, and theft from 1985. Mitigating factors included mental health issues and support from wife and employer.

14 Jan 2026

Austin Reed

Criminal damage – recklessly endangering life *

Sentence

3.5 years imprisonment

On October 21, 2023, in the Upper Wortley area of Leeds, Austin Reed locked a woman and three children inside an address on Roderick Street and threatened to blow up the house. He deliberately damaged a boiler, causing a gas leak that led to the evacuation of neighbouring properties. West Yorkshire Police were called at 9.37pm. Reed barricaded himself inside, and after failed negotiations, entry was forced around 11.30pm. He was taken to hospital and then custody. A gas engineer confirmed intentional damage to the boiler.

Pleaded guilty to one charge of criminal damage – recklessly endangering life. Sergeant Clementine Brown noted that Reed’s actions put himself and others, including children, in serious danger, leading to a large-scale emergency services operation.

13 Jan 2026

Daniel Giles

Conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Daniel Giles, aged 51, of Jacob Drive, Coventry, co-devised and operated a 'pension liberation' scam from offices in Wakefield and Leeds between 2013 and 2015. With accomplices, he produced misleading brochures and marketing materials to convince 84 victims to transfer £3,701,813.92 in pension savings into bank accounts he operated, promising tax-free early access and safe investments with cashback incentives. The funds were stolen through fake transactions, defrauding HMRC of £700,000 in owed tax, while victims faced up to 55% tax penalties. Giles employed 'introducers' to mislead investors and lied to legitimate pension companies to acquire the money without suspicion. He also evaded over £1m in personal taxes from 2008 to 2014.

Disqualified from being a company director for 12 years. Found guilty of conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation and conspiracy to cheat the public revenue; admitted separate tax evasion charge relating to over £1m in unpaid personal tax from April 2008 to April 2014.

9 Jan 2026

Sibtain Hussain

Fraud *

Sentence

4.5 years imprisonment for fraud and 12 months for money laundering

Sibtain Hussain, 32, from Bradford, targeted over 200 international applicants to UK universities by demanding payments for proof of ‘financial capability’, ‘student services’, and ‘accommodation deposits’. He created multiple phone numbers, email addresses, aliases and bank accounts to facilitate the scheme. In 2018, unauthorised access was gained to Lancaster University’s internal computer system and applicant data was stolen. Hussain, who began studying at the university in 2017, gained access to the stolen data and used it to perpetrate the fraud. He used the information to persistently target individuals by phone and email demanding sums up to £3,200. Over £48,000 was sent by 23 students as a result of Hussain’s efforts, but a large majority of payments were blocked by banks. The fraud had the potential to generate more than £493,000 in illegal profits.

Initially denied the charges but later pleaded guilty. Following a National Crime Agency investigation.

9 Jan 2026

Mohammed Bashforth

Conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Mohammed Bashforth, aged 62, of Spen Lane, Gomersal, and formerly of Wakefield, operated a 'pension liberation' scam from offices in Wakefield and Leeds between 2013 and 2015. He and his accomplices produced misleading brochures and marketing materials to convince 84 victims to transfer £3,701,813.92 in pension savings into their control, promising tax-free early access and safe investments with cashback incentives. The funds were stolen through fake transactions, defrauding HMRC of £700,000 in owed tax, while victims faced up to 55% tax penalties. Bashforth employed 'introducers' to mislead investors and lied to legitimate pension companies to acquire the money without suspicion.

Disqualified from being a company director for 5 years. Found guilty of conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation and conspiracy to cheat the public revenue.

9 Jan 2026

Louis Watson

Robbery *

Sentence

4 years and 4 months imprisonment

On October 24, 2025, at around 8.30am, Louis Watson, 26, of no fixed abode, approached a woman on Kildare Street in Leeds after she had spotted him loitering at Crown Point retail park while she was in a Costa coffee shop. He demanded her bag while on a bicycle, claiming he had a knife. She handed over her bag containing a laptop, purse, bank cards, and driving licence. The bank card was attempted to be used in a nearby shop but was cancelled. Items were never recovered. Watson was identified by a PCSO from a photo the woman took earlier. The victim suffered anxiety, migraines, prescribed medication, fear of going out alone, changed routes, and took time off work near the incident location.

Admitted robbery. Opportunistic offence, short-lived. Suffered paranoia from drug use, traumatic childhood with exposure to gang violence from young age. No evidence of mental illness.

5 Jan 2026

Kieran Smith

Rape of a girl under 13 *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment with 1 year extended licence

Kieran Smith, 22 and of Highfield Avenue, Grimsby, was found guilty following a trial at Leeds Crown Court of rape of a girl under 13, assault of a girl under 13 by penetration and causing or inciting a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity.

Found guilty following a trial. Made subject of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order restricting unsupervised contact with children under 18.

1 Jan 2026

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