Leeds Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 750 verdicts at Leeds Crown Court (Leeds, Leeds). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

June 2025 16 cases

Yusuf Kara

Drug trafficking *

Sentence

10 years and six months imprisonment

Yusuf Kara was Tahir Syed's key associate, involved in moving heavy bags of drugs, possessing 51 kilograms of heroin, and handling shipments of class A drugs hidden in frozen chickens.

Right-hand man to Tahir Syed; arrested with drugs and cash.

13 Jun 2025

Liam Buckley

Conspiracy to kidnap *

Sentence

7 years and two months imprisonment

Liam Buckley conspired with others to kidnap Asghar Badshah, contributing to the events that led to the victim's torture and murder in Tahir Syed's criminal operations.

Convicted of conspiracy to kidnap as part of the organised crime group.

13 Jun 2025

Laraib Irshad

Drug trafficking *

Sentence

22 years and nine months imprisonment

As part of Tahir Syed's organised crime group, Laraib Irshad was involved in importing and distributing class A drugs, including cocaine and heroin, with shipments from the Netherlands to the UK.

OCG lieutenant involved in drug importation and other criminal activities.

13 Jun 2025

Nabeel Gul

Conspiracy to supply cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

6 years and 2 months imprisonment for conspiracy to supply cocaine, 4 years and 1 month imprisonment for conspiracy to supply heroin, and 2 years and 4 months imprisonment for money laundering, all to run concurrently

Nabeel Gul, 38, of Woodside Crescent, Batley, was involved in a large-scale drug distribution operation supplying kilograms of cocaine and heroin across areas including Batley, Dewsbury, Heckmondwike, Ravensthorpe, and Wakefield. He was arrested in December 2021, at which time police seized several ounces of cocaine and £107,000 in cash.

Admitted to the offences at an earlier hearing. Detective Sergeant Chris McGlynn of West Yorkshire Police’s Programme Precision team noted the investigation linked him to supplying kilo quantities of Class A drugs and expressed satisfaction with the sentence.

13 Jun 2025

Jack Hinchliffe

Drug trafficking *

Sentence

10 years and one month imprisonment

Jack Hinchliffe served as a driver in Tahir Syed's organised crime group, assisting in the transportation and handling of class A drugs imported from the Netherlands.

Worked as a driver for the organised crime group.

13 Jun 2025

Imran Khan Ashraf

Drug trafficking *

Sentence

2 years and three months imprisonment

Imran Khan Ashraf was caught moving heavy bags with Yusuf Kara and was found in possession of £130,000 in cash and four mobile phones, linked to Tahir Syed's drug importation operation.

Arrested with cash and mobile phones; involved in the organised crime group's activities.

13 Jun 2025

Fayyaz Ashraf

Drug trafficking *

Sentence

7 years and two months imprisonment

Fayyaz Ashraf was associated with Tahir Syed's gang, participating in the importation and sale of class A drugs, including cocaine and heroin, as part of the criminal network.

Customer and associate of the organised crime group involved in drug dealings.

13 Jun 2025

Wiqas Mahmud

Rape *

Sentence

5 years 4 months imprisonment

Wiqas Mahmud, 44, from Huddersfield, admitted to raping and sexually assaulting two teenage girls aged 13 and 14 in the Huddersfield area between 2001 and 2006. The offences included rape, sexual activity with a child, and indecent assault. He was already serving a 19-year sentence for previous sex offences against young girls, and had been given an additional 6 years and 3 months in April 2023. The new 5-year-4-month sentence will run consecutively after his current term, making a total of over 24 years.

Pleaded guilty to one count of rape, three counts of sexual activity with a child, one count of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, and one count of indecent assault. Already serving a 19-year sentence for similar offences, with a further 6 years 3 months added in 2023.

12 Jun 2025

Taylor Cawley

Conspiracy to commit burglary *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Taylor Cawley, along with two others, was part of a gang that carried out burglaries, including eight specific offences in Kirklees and other areas between January 25 and 27, 2024. The group targeted residential properties in Holmfirth, Huddersfield, Sheffield, and Ranby, causing trauma to victims. Cawley was arrested in January 2024 following a police investigation and charged in March 2024.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary. Involved in eight offences committed between January 25 and 27, 2024.

10 Jun 2025

Cohen Skinner

Conspiracy to commit burglary *

Sentence

6 years and 8 months imprisonment

Cohen Skinner, along with two others, formed a gang that carried out 36 burglaries in homes across Kirklees, Holmfirth, Huddersfield, Sheffield, and Ranby, Nottinghamshire, between March 2023 and January 2024. The group targeted residential properties, leading to significant distress for victims. Skinner was arrested in January 2024 following a police investigation, charged in March 2024, and remanded into custody after appearing at court.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary. Involved in 36 burglaries between March 2023 and January 2024.

10 Jun 2025

Aaron Caladine

Conspiracy to commit burglary *

Sentence

8 years and 4 months imprisonment

Aaron Caladine, along with two others, formed a gang that carried out 36 burglaries in homes across Kirklees, Holmfirth, Huddersfield, Sheffield, and Ranby, Nottinghamshire, between March 2023 and January 2024. The group targeted residential properties, leading to significant distress for victims. Caladine was arrested in January 2024 following a police investigation, charged in March 2024, and remanded into custody after appearing at court.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary. Involved in 36 burglaries between March 2023 and January 2024.

10 Jun 2025

Kestutis Vitkus

Possession with Intent to Supply Class B Drugs *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Kestutis Vitkus turned his detached home on Standiforth Lane in Huddersfield into a cannabis factory. On December 20, 2024, police raided the property and found 127 cannabis plants along with growing equipment, including lighting, heating units, and fans. The plants were estimated to produce cannabis valued between £69,850 and £158,750.

Admitted to possession with intent to supply Class B drugs. The operation was a large-scale cannabis growing setup in his home.

10 Jun 2025

Niall Pretty

Wounding *

Sentence

4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Niall Pretty stalked his neighbour, whom he wrongly believed had informed the police about incidents involving him and his partner. The stalking started on December 22, 2024, involving shouting threats, smashing windows with a tile, damaging property including a gas meter and a van with an axe on Christmas Day, and making threatening phone calls. On March 20, 2025, he and an accomplice confronted the victim at a friend's house, where Pretty stabbed the victim in the arms and jaw with a key during an altercation. He led police on a dangerous chase after the incident.

Pleaded guilty to wounding, stalking, criminal damage, dangerous driving, and driving without insurance. He claimed the incidents began due to derogatory comments made towards his partner.

6 Jun 2025

Mark Thomas

Assault *

Sentence

1 year and 10 months imprisonment

On February 14, 2025, Mark Thomas, after consuming eight cans of Stella and three vodkas, attacked his girlfriend during a dispute over cleaning an ash tray on Valentine's Day. He put her in a chokehold, forced her back to her house, locked her dog in the kitchen, punched her in the face twice causing bleeding, swelling, fractures to her right eye socket and jawbone, and threatened her by saying, 'You're going to die.' He also self-harmed by smashing a glass over his own head and attempting to slit his own throat with a knife.

Pleaded guilty to assault and causing unnecessary suffering to an animal. Has previous convictions for assault and criminal damage relating to the same woman, as well as for assaulting an emergency worker. He has issues with alcohol and is taking qualifications in custody.

6 Jun 2025

Peter Varey

Actual Bodily Harm *

Sentence

4 months imprisonment

Peter Varey accompanied Niall Pretty during an attack on March 20, 2025, at a friend's house. He punched the victim, claiming self-defence, but it was deemed excessive. After the incident, he was involved in fleeing the scene in a vehicle, which was later pursued by police.

Admitted to actual bodily harm. The only mitigation was his guilty plea, with the offence described as excessive self-defence.

6 Jun 2025

Charlie Valente

Sexual Touching *

Sentence

2 year community order with 200 hours unpaid work, 90 day alcohol rehabilitation program, 20 day rehabilitation program, and £8,000 court costs

PC Charlie Valente was found guilty of three counts of sexual touching offences committed against two female victims between November 4 and 5, 2022, in Leeds. The incidents involved unwanted sexual touching, as reported by the victims and supported by CCTV evidence, making them extremely uncomfortable.

Found guilty after a trial and has not accepted responsibility for his actions. He is currently suspended from duty pending an accelerated misconduct proceeding.

3 Jun 2025

May 2025 13 cases

Jason Mortimer

Grievous Bodily Harm *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

Jason Mortimer, 36, breached an indefinite restraining order from 2019 by sending repeated messages to his former partner on WhatsApp in November 2024, declaring his love, making sexual comments, and blaming her for their breakup. Police attended his mother's house in Leeds, West Yorkshire, where he barricaded himself in his bedroom and threatened to kill officers and himself. He used a wardrobe door to resist entry, then stabbed one officer above the eye with scissors and slashed at another's stomach, though a stab vest prevented injury. Officers used PAVA spray and a baton to subdue him. The injured officer required hospital treatment for a wound that was cleaned and glued shut.

Admitted to section 20 grievous bodily harm without intent, breaching a restraining order, assault with intent to resist arrest, and two counts of resisting arrest. He has four previous convictions, including assaults on emergency workers. Mitigating factors included drug use (methamphetamine), remorse, and engagement in alcohol and drugs therapy. Judge Tahir Khan KC described the incident as gravely serious and troubling.

31 May 2025

Peter Woolner

Indecency with a child *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment and a Sexual Harm Prevention Order

Peter Woolner, 74, of Fairway in Normanton, targeted a girl with non-recent sexual offences when she was between the ages of eight and 14, from 2001 to 2007. The victim reported the abuse to police in 2021, leading to his arrest, charges, and a complex investigation. He stood trial at Leeds Crown Court in April 2025 and was found guilty of multiple offences despite his denials.

Denied the offences but was found guilty by a jury. Detective Inspector Mark Tester praised the victim's courage and highlighted the targeting of a vulnerable child.

30 May 2025

Bradley Hector

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

24-month suspended sentence, 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days, and 250 hours of unpaid work

On September 3, 2024, police raided Bradley Hector's home in Cranmore Crescent, Middleton, after an anonymous tip. Officers found three wraps of crack cocaine in his room and, guided by his child, discovered more drugs hidden behind a toilet, along with 47 plastic gloves filled with the drug, scales with white powder traces, and dealer bags. The drugs had an estimated value of £14,650. Hector initially denied knowledge but later pleaded guilty, citing a drug debt and coercion by dealers.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A drugs due to a drug debt. The judge noted his remorse, addiction issues, and efforts to overcome them, including going 'cold turkey' while on remand. References from his fiancée and former employer were considered.

27 May 2025

Amir Merrikhi

Arson *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years

Amir Merrikhi set fire to his own house in Wayland Approach on October 11, 2022, while believing he was possessed by demons. Firefighters found him inside the property, where patterns were drawn on the floor in white powder and bottles were present, which he referred to as 'black magic'. He hissed at responders and was removed from the scene before being arrested.

Pleaded guilty to arson. No previous convictions. Judge noted his mental health issues at the time and ordered a mental health treatment requirement along with up to 30 days of rehabilitation activity.

27 May 2025

Youth Defendant 1

Homophobically aggravated public order act offence *

Sentence

12 months referral order

On 25 May 2024, two youth defendants aged 16 and 17 from Leeds directed homophobic abuse towards two passengers on a train travelling towards Leeds.

Pleaded not guilty but convicted after trial. Sentence uplifted from 10 months to reflect the hate crime element.

26 May 2025

Youth Defendant 2

Homophobically aggravated public order act offence *

Sentence

12 months referral order

On 25 May 2024, two youth defendants aged 16 and 17 from Leeds directed homophobic abuse towards two passengers on a train travelling towards Leeds.

Pleaded not guilty but convicted after trial. Sentence uplifted from 10 months to reflect the hate crime element.

26 May 2025

Jason Ward

Conspiracy to possess counterfeit currency *

Sentence

28 months in a young offender institution

Jason Ward and Patrick Ward used fake Scottish bank notes in shops across various regions, including Wakefield, Barnsley, Sheffield, Chesterfield, and other police force areas such as Thames Valley, West Midlands, West Mercia, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, Northamptonshire and Leicestershire. They were arrested on January 21, 2025, after officers stopped a car in Wakefield and found items that had been bought and refunded using counterfeit Clydesdale bank notes.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to have custody or control of a thing knowing it was a counterfeit currency note, passing counterfeit currency and converting criminal property.

23 May 2025

Patrick Ward

Conspiracy to possess counterfeit currency *

Sentence

30 months in prison

Patrick Ward and Jason Ward used fake Scottish bank notes in shops across various regions, including Wakefield, Barnsley, Sheffield, Chesterfield, and other police force areas such as Thames Valley, West Midlands, West Mercia, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, Northamptonshire and Leicestershire. They were arrested on January 21, 2025, after officers stopped a car in Wakefield and found items that had been bought and refunded using counterfeit Clydesdale bank notes.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to have custody or control of a thing knowing it was a counterfeit currency note, passing counterfeit currency and converting criminal property.

23 May 2025

Mohammed Shakeel Malik

Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent *

Sentence

13.5 years imprisonment with a 5-year extended licence period

Mohammed Shakeel Malik shot a 27-year-old man in the chest during a street altercation in Stainbeck Road, near its junction with Stainbeck Avenue, Meanwood, Leeds, on August 11, 2024. He arrived on an electric bicycle, dropped it, and fired a handgun at a group during a disturbance, hitting the victim. The victim sustained a bullet wound that passed through his right chest and exited his right arm, requiring emergency hospital treatment but not resulting in life-threatening injuries. Malik fled the scene, left the country to Bangkok the next day, and was arrested upon his return to the UK on September 12, 2024.

Admitted guilt to Section 18 wounding with intent on the morning of his trial. Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle described the incident as a shocking use of a firearm with extreme violence.

23 May 2025

Peter Gray

Fraud *

Sentence

56 months imprisonment

Peter Gray, known as Yorkshire's Tinder Swindler, defrauded victims including his ex-partner by borrowing money for a non-existent house and taking loans in a friend's name met at a golf club.

Additional sentence for fraud after more victims came forward; already serving time for prior crimes; targeted ex-partner and friend with fake loans and contracts.

20 May 2025

Finley Seggie

Actual bodily harm *

Sentence

16 month suspended sentence

Finley Seggie, 21, and a friend were travelling on a York-bound train on 14 December 2024 without tickets. When conductor Peter Corley asked them to leave at the next stop, Seggie verbally abused him and then punched him in the mouth, causing Corley to lose a tooth and needing £3,000 of dental work. Seggie fled but was arrested on 18 February 2025 after being identified from CCTV. He later pleaded guilty to actual bodily harm.

Pleaded guilty to actual bodily harm. Initially claimed self-defence. Victim Peter Corley lost a tooth and required £3,000 in dental treatment.

5 May 2025

Daniel Hayelom

Rape *

Sentence

16-year extended sentence, including 12 years custodial and 4 years extended licence

Daniel Hayelom, an Uber driver, finished his shift and was socialising at an Eritrean church in Beeston when he spotted a vulnerable, intoxicated woman walking home from a party. On October 22, 2023, he followed her, approached her around 6am, sexually assaulted her by touching her buttocks, pursued her despite her refusals, and raped her in an alleyway on Dewsbury Road between Poundland and Aldi in Tunstall Road. He attempted to normalise the encounter by walking her home afterwards.

Found guilty after a week-long trial; no previous convictions; judge noted his predatory intent and disregard for the victim's safety.

2 May 2025

Kevin Walton

Sexual offences *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Kevin Walton lured a teenage girl via social media, pretending to be younger, and committed sexual offences against her in Kirklees. He then contacted three of her friends and sent them sexual imagery, with offences occurring from late summer of the previous year.

Convicted of sexual offences against multiple girls.

1 May 2025

April 2025 21 cases

Daniel Haigh

Drug trafficking *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Daniel Haigh drove for a drug gang based in Copley Street, Armley, ferrying members and making exchanges, including at a Subway in Hunslet. He was spotted at the address and communicated about his wages.

Acted as a driver for a drug gang, making exchanges and requesting wages; described as an 'unsophisticated' member of the operation.

30 Apr 2025

Bobby Smith

Assault and threatening behaviour *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment

On November 16, 2024, Bobby Smith refused to exit a taxi in Pontefract, threatened to smash the driver's face and knock him out, resisted police efforts to remove him, made threats to police officers en route to the station, and kicked a female police officer in the holding cell. He was arrested and later appeared in court for these offences, along with breaching a prior suspended sentence.

Breached a suspended sentence order for dangerous driving. Failed to comply with conditions of deferred sentence, including attending probation appointments. Judge commented that he showed no real regard for the order despite clear warnings.

25 Apr 2025

Lewis Christopher Stewart

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Lewis Christopher Stewart, 22, of Carr Manor Parade, Leeds, stashed cocaine and cash in the bodywork of a blue VW Caddy van while driving to York on January 26, 2025. Police stopped him on the A64, searched, and found drugs, cash, and gold; a linked address yielded £35,000 in a safe.

Caught with cocaine, cash, and gold bullion hidden in a van; linked to £35,000 cash and £20,000 from dealing.

25 Apr 2025

Rumeesa Ahmed

Causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment and disqualified from driving for 11 years

Rumeesa Ahmed was driving on the A647 at Stanningley Road on February 22, 2023, when she exceeded the 40mph speed limit, reaching speeds around 60mph. She was using her phone, including Snapchat and a music app, approximately 39 seconds before the collision. Ahmed struck Athira Anilkumar Laly Kumari, who was crossing the road, causing her death from head injuries. The vehicle then veered and hit a man at a bus stop, resulting in severe leg injuries requiring surgery and a five-month hospital stay. There was no evidence of emergency braking, and her driving was deemed the direct cause of the incident.

Pleaded guilty to causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving. Was training to be a nurse and suffering from depression at the time. Judge commented on her distraction by her phone and speeding, noting the profound impact on the victims' families.

25 Apr 2025

Marius Nedelcu

Facilitating cannabis production *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Marius Nedelcu, 40, managed premises for private landlords and allowed them to be used for cannabis cultivation as part of an organised crime group. The operation was connected to 75 cannabis farms valued at over £4.5 million, leading to significant community harm and property damage.

Acted as a property manager and let out homes for cannabis farms, knowingly participating in the scheme.

24 Apr 2025

Mirel Neatu

Facilitating cannabis production *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Mirel Neatu, 37, was involved in a scheme where he managed properties for private landlords and facilitated their use as cannabis farms. This operation was linked to an investigation by West Yorkshire Police involving 75 cannabis farms with a total street value exceeding £4.5 million, causing financial loss to landlords due to damage.

Worked as a property manager and knowingly allowed premises to be used for cannabis farms, as part of a larger operation involving multiple properties.

24 Apr 2025

Daniel Davison

Breach of notification requirements *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment

Daniel Davison, subject to notification requirements due to a 2006 conviction for raping a child under 13, moved into the Glengarth Hotel on December 12, 2024, without informing the police as required. Despite reminders from a public protection officer, he failed to comply, leading to his arrest. He has a history of other offences including theft, breach of a sexual offences prevention order, and possession of a bladed article.

Judge Ray Singh highlighted the seriousness of the breach, noting Davison's prior conviction for rape and his disregard for requirements. Davison admitted the allegations and stated he 'couldn't be a****' with the conditions. Mitigating factors included homelessness, mental health issues, epilepsy, and recent engagement with support services.

24 Apr 2025

Gareth Beaumont

Theft *

Sentence

Not stated

Gareth Beaumont tormented a Sainsbury's worker as a prolific shoplifter.

Prolific shoplifter who tormented Sainsbury's worker; claimed he didn't know he was banned.

23 Apr 2025

Brandon Milligan

Burglary *

Sentence

Not stated

Brandon Milligan committed burglaries using a hammer.

Prolific hammer-wielding burglar tried to dig himself out of court before being sentenced.

23 Apr 2025

Christian Stirk

Harassment *

Sentence

8 weeks imprisonment

Christian Stirk set fire to his neighbour's car after disagreeing with where it was parked. He also harassed his ex-partner, with whom he had an 18-year relationship that ended in October 2022, by contacting her multiple times between December 2024 and March 2025. This included demanding information about her new partner, being abusive, and making indirect threats, which caused her to end the new relationship out of fear. He appeared more paranoid after his suspended sentence and continued the behaviour despite warnings.

Received a suspended sentence in March for arson. Harassed ex-partner and threatened her new partner while on bail, leading to a restraining order prohibiting contact.

23 Apr 2025

Michael Pattison

Drug dealing *

Sentence

Not stated

Michael Pattison was caught dealing drugs after tripping up.

Turned to drug dealing to pay for uncle's funeral; caught after tripping up.

23 Apr 2025

Oury Diallo

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

Not stated

Oury Diallo killed Vincent Cullinane using a modified electric bike.

Sentenced for causing the death of Vincent Cullinane.

23 Apr 2025

Seyan Debnath

Permitting premises to be used for the production of a class B drug *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment suspended for two years

Seyan Debnath, operating through his company SD Trading, managed properties for landlords and knowingly permitted cannabis farms to be established in them. This involved multiple properties in Leeds, with issues starting in 2022, where rents stopped and farms were found, including one on Ashley Road in March 2023. The farms were part of a larger operation worth over £4.5 million, causing damage and financial harm to owners.

Pleaded guilty to permitting premises to be used for the production of a class B drug. Ordered to complete 300 hours of unpaid work and a 12-week curfew.

23 Apr 2025

John Gaukroger

Indecent assault *

Sentence

over two years imprisonment

John Gaukroger, aged 91, abused a young boy under 10 years old between 1975 and 1976 while helping at a children's centre and taking them on camping trips. The abuse was reported decades later, leading to his conviction.

Found guilty by a jury of two counts of indecent assault against a boy in the 1970s. The victim reported the abuse in 2020.

21 Apr 2025

Brian Green

Rape *

Sentence

22 years imprisonment

Brian Green raped a little girl over 21 times, with convictions on five counts of rape, four of which related to multiple incidents. He was tried in his absence after failing to appear.

Found guilty of five counts of rape in his absence and failed to attend sentencing. Still on the run.

21 Apr 2025

Bobby Keogh

Actual Bodily Harm *

Sentence

26 months imprisonment and a five-year restraining order

Bobby Keogh, aged 27, met a woman online and moved from Edinburgh to Whinmoor Way in Stanks near Leeds to be with her. On March 24, 2024, he became jealous and violent after arguing with her about her ex-partner. He punched both the woman and her neighbour in the head and face, grabbed a kitchen knife which he quickly dropped, and hit his partner with a vacuum pipe, threatening to kill her. The victims sustained injuries including a broken nose, cuts, and bruises. Keogh was arrested at the railway station while attempting to flee to Edinburgh and later appeared in court via video link from HMP Doncaster.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of Actual Bodily Harm. No previous convictions. Remorseful and ashamed. Judge noted excessive drinking as an aggravating factor.

21 Apr 2025

David Tchomega

Fraud *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment suspended for two years, 250 hours of unpaid work, and 15 days of rehabilitation activity requirement

David Tchomega, 44, of Throstle Hill in Leeds, ran a scheme with Hughes Mboungang to fraudulently sell fake passports, driving licences, and counterfeit money via a website. An undercover police operation involved meetings where Tchomega offered documents for money, including a passport for £4,000 and a driving licence for £1,200. He also claimed to produce counterfeit notes up to £1 million. The scheme was uncovered after a £1,000 transaction, leading to his arrest.

Mitigating factors include being a refugee from Cameroon, living in damp council accommodation, and positive character references from academics. The judge highlighted the sophistication of the operation and noted it targeted individuals unlikely to report the fraud.

17 Apr 2025

Hughes Mboungang

Fraud *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment suspended for two years and 250 hours of unpaid work

Hughes Mboungang, 50, of Deanswood View in Leeds, collaborated with David Tchomega in a fraudulent scheme to sell fake passports, driving licences, and counterfeit money through a website. Police found items related to a separate dyed money fraud at his home during the investigation. The operation targeted criminals seeking illegal documents.

Previous conviction for similar offending. Character references emphasise his community work with young people and potential for rehabilitation.

17 Apr 2025

Scott Hunt

Assault *

Sentence

17 months imprisonment

Scott Hunt, 36, of Third Avenue, Armley, became violent after consuming a quarter of a litre of vodka and cider at his flat on October 18, 2024. Their dog, Dobby, made a mess in the living room, which annoyed him. He dragged his partner from the living room to the bedroom, screamed at her about unfounded suspicions, and punched her in the face, causing a split lip and bleeding. She later called the police, leading to his arrest; he made threatening remarks while in custody.

Denied the allegations in his interview but was convicted; first time in custody, expressed intent to reform, acting as a peer leader in prison, and cited family hardships including his mother's illness.

15 Apr 2025

Aftab Baig

Fraud *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Aftab Baig, 47, pretended to be a Group Property Manager at Greggs and fraudulently claimed grants totalling over £710,000 from Leeds City Council to support small businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic. He contacted the council in May 2020 to obtain business rates numbers for 32 Leeds branches, which he used to apply for relief paid into his catering business account. He was arrested in Glasgow in July 2020, and during the investigation, £16,000 in cash and forged remittance slips were discovered.

Found guilty of three counts of fraud following a trial. Kelly Ward from the Crown Prosecution Service commented that he took advantage of the pandemic to defraud the council and that proceedings will be started to recover assets.

14 Apr 2025

Stanley Peart

Stalking *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment

Stanley Peart stalked his ex-partner over three months, calling hundreds of times and threatening to slit her throat, leaving her fearing for her life.

Stalking campaign left ex-partner fearing for her life; called hundreds of times and threatened to slit her throat.

12 Apr 2025

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Leeds Crown Court Sentencing Results

Yusuf Kara

Liam Buckley

Laraib Irshad

Nabeel Gul

Jack Hinchliffe

Imran Khan Ashraf

Fayyaz Ashraf

Wiqas Mahmud

Taylor Cawley

Cohen Skinner

Aaron Caladine

Kestutis Vitkus

Niall Pretty

Mark Thomas

Peter Varey

Charlie Valente

Jason Mortimer

Peter Woolner

Bradley Hector

Amir Merrikhi

Youth Defendant 1

Youth Defendant 2

Jason Ward

Patrick Ward

Mohammed Shakeel Malik

Peter Gray

Finley Seggie

Daniel Hayelom

Kevin Walton

Daniel Haigh

Bobby Smith

Lewis Christopher Stewart

Rumeesa Ahmed

Marius Nedelcu

Mirel Neatu

Daniel Davison

Gareth Beaumont

Brandon Milligan

Christian Stirk

Michael Pattison

Oury Diallo

Seyan Debnath

John Gaukroger

Brian Green

Bobby Keogh

David Tchomega

Hughes Mboungang

Scott Hunt

Aftab Baig

Stanley Peart

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