Liverpool Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 736 verdicts at Liverpool Crown Court (Liverpool). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

August 2024 4 cases

Derek Geiran

Violent disorder *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Derek Geiran took part in violent unrest in Liverpool city centre on August 5, 2024, setting fire to a police vehicle and engaging in malicious communication.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder, arson (setting fire to a police vehicle), and malicious communication. 28 months for violent disorder and arson, plus two months for malicious communication.

7 Aug 2024

Declan Geiran

Violent disorder and arson of a police vehicle *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Declan Geiran, of Kelso Road, Liverpool, took part in the riots in Liverpool city centre following the Southport stabbings on 29 July 2024. He tried to set a police van alight during the disorder.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder and arson of a police vehicle.

7 Aug 2024

Callum Lloyd

Failing to provide a specimen for analysis *

Sentence

12 weeks imprisonment, disqualified from driving for 4 years, and a victim surcharge

Callum Lloyd was driving a blue Vauxhall on the East Lancashire Road in St Helens on August 5, 2024, with an open can of seven per cent White Storm cider in the drinks holder. He was pulled over by police following reports of a suspected drink driver at around 11.50am. He failed to provide a breath sample and was found to be driving without a licence and without insurance, leading to his arrest and subsequent charges.

Pleaded guilty to failing to provide a specimen for analysis, driving a motor vehicle without a licence, and using a motor vehicle without third-party insurance. The offence was so serious that only a custodial sentence could be justified.

6 Aug 2024

David Tilici

Causing grievous bodily harm with intent *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

David Tilici, 28, of Chapel Street, Luton, attacked his one-month-old baby boy in a room at the Campanile Hotel near Liverpool’s riverfront on 11 December 2023, while drunk and while the baby’s mother went to get food at a nearby McDonald’s around 10pm. The couple had checked into the hotel around 8pm, and the baby showed no injuries at that time. Tilici called the mother on Facetime, prompting her to rush back and find the child with significant injuries. She took the baby to reception, where staff called an ambulance. Paramedics deemed the injuries non-accidental, and police were notified. Tilici denied causing the harm, claiming the baby rolled off the bed. The child was taken to Alder Hey Hospital, where medics confirmed the injuries were not accidental.

Found guilty after trial. No remorse shown. Senior Crown Prosecutor described him as a violent, abusive bully.

2 Aug 2024

July 2024 9 cases

Martin Green

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

eight years imprisonment

Martin Green was driving a white Ford Kuga along Southworth Road from Lowton towards Newton-le-Willows on June 10, 2024, when he lost control at high speed and crashed into a wooded area near Mere Road. He was under the influence of alcohol and travelling at speeds up to 121 mph in a 30 mph limit, resulting in the death of his friend, Jonathan Mennell, who was in the front passenger seat and died at the scene from his injuries.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Evidence showed he was driving under the influence of alcohol and at excessive speeds, with a blood alcohol level above the legal limit. Detective Sergeant Andy Roper described it as an extremely sad case resulting from poor decisions.

29 Jul 2024

Gareth Pickford

Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment and an indefinite restraining order

Gareth Pickford, in a possessive and jealous relationship, headbutted his girlfriend in the eye on August 29, 2023, causing a severe injury that required hospital treatment, and created a false story to cover it up. He also slapped her multiple times in December 2023 during an argument, and on January 7, 2024, assaulted both her and her teenage son, involving threats to kill her and physical punches, amid a pattern of domestic violence.

Pleaded guilty to the offences. Has previous convictions for violence, expressed genuine remorse in a letter to the court, and the judge described the incidents as unpleasant, shocking, and terrifying, particularly for the victim and her child.

25 Jul 2024

David Bowen

Wounding with intent *

Sentence

14 years extended sentence, including 10 years custody and 4 years on licence

David Bowen accompanied Adam Wilson during a burglary on July 19, 2024, at a property on Boxwood Gardens in Sutton, where items including a Rolex watch box were stolen. On July 22, 2024, they returned armed with a loaded firearm to steal the Rolex watch to fund their drug habit. When a neighbour questioned them, Bowen was present as Wilson pointed the firearm and shot the victim in the leg, causing a 1cm entry and exit wound. The victim endured hospital treatment and significant psychological impact.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence (robbery) and wounding with intent. Has eight previous convictions for offences including dishonesty, threats to kill, and assaults on emergency workers. Defence highlighted his long-standing drug misuse as a driving factor and noted his remorse for the behaviour.

21 Jul 2024

Adam Wilson

Wounding with intent *

Sentence

15 years and 8 months extended sentence, including 11 years and 8 months custody and 4 years on licence

Adam Wilson committed a burglary on July 19, 2024, at a property on Boxwood Gardens in Sutton, where he searched untidily and removed items, including a Rolex watch box. Three days later, on July 22, 2024, he returned with David Bowen, armed with a loaded firearm, intending to steal the Rolex watch to fund their drug habit. When confronted by a neighbour, Wilson pointed the firearm and shouted demands, then discharged it, shooting the victim in the leg and causing a 1cm entry and exit wound. The victim required hospital treatment and suffered ongoing psychological trauma.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence (robbery) and wounding with intent. Has 11 previous convictions for offences including battery, possession of heroin, and drugs supply. Defence noted the tragic loss of his daughter in 2021 as a possible factor, and he expressed determination to avoid further offences.

21 Jul 2024

Bridie Trotter

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment and 4-year driving ban

On August 30, 2023, at around 9.30pm on Birchwood Way, Warrington, Bridie Trotter, then 36, who was over the drink driving limit and high on cocaine, drove her two young sons (aged five and four) and swerved onto the other side of the road, causing a head-on collision with a car carrying 36-weeks pregnant Ellie Wright, her partner, and two children (aged eight and six). The crash resulted in serious injuries to all seven people involved, including Trotter's five-year-old son who was placed in an induced coma for four days with fractures to his collarbone and pelvis, a scalp wound, broken nose, and mouth injury requiring surgery. Ellie Wright suffered bruising to her baby bump, was hospitalized for four days, and feared for her baby's life; her children had severe seatbelt burns and bruising. Trotter's blood alcohol was 137mg (over 80mg limit) and cocaine metabolite four times the legal limit six hours post-accident. She had been struggling with mental health, domestic violence, drinking, and drugs prior to the incident.

Pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by dangerous driving, drug driving and drink driving. Judge Stuart Driver KC noted her previous good character, mental health struggles, history of domestic violence, and efforts to rehabilitate from addiction. She believes the sentence is too long and is appealing.

18 Jul 2024

Kai Howitt

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 14 years

Kai Howitt, 19, of Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford, Nottingham, threw a brick at Jack Edwards during a violent group attack at Sussex Street skate park in Nottingham on December 5, 2023. This caused catastrophic brain damage to Edwards, who was acting erratically and making rude remarks due to alcohol and drugs. Edwards' life support was withdrawn two days later.

Found guilty of murder after a trial. Suffered from autism and ADHD, but the judge determined this did not significantly impact culpability. Acted with another youth in a group attack motivated by a desire to cause serious harm.

15 Jul 2024

Ian Wright

Arson *

Sentence

12-month prison term, suspended for 18 months, and 30 sessions of rehabilitation activity

Ian Wright, 41, set fire to his garden shed on October 31, 2024, during a mental health breakdown while residing at Knowles House Avenue, Eccleston, with his partner and five of their children. He was found inside the shed holding a lit blowtorch, with black smoke emanating and the fire spreading, damaging the shed, a children's trampoline, and garden furniture. Police attended after his partner reported the incident, and firefighters made the scene safe; Wright received oxygen for smoke inhalation and claimed no recollection of the event.

Pleaded guilty to arson after being deemed fit to plead. Suffered a mental health breakdown; time already spent in custody considered as punitive sanction. Has prior convictions for criminal damage from 2012 or earlier.

3 Jul 2024

Stephanie Peckham

Drink driving *

Sentence

14 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 32-month driving ban, 200 hours of unpaid work, 20 days of rehabilitation activity, £85 costs, and £154 victim surcharge

On July 3, 2024, Stephanie Peckham was driving a Ford Fiesta on the M53 between junctions three and four when she was stopped by police. She was found to have 166 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, which is nearly five times over the legal limit of 35 microgrammes.

Stopped by police on the M53 with 166 microgrammes of alcohol in breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35 microgrammes.

3 Jul 2024

Stephen Godridge

Rape *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 10 years and 8 months

Stephen Godridge groomed a 14-year-old girl on Snapchat by sending a friend request and persuading her to send pictures of herself in underwear. He drove from Bolton to Liverpool to pick her up, took her to Manchester to watch him play football, and later drove her to a car park in Merseyside where he sexually assaulted and raped her despite her pleas to stop. She photographed the car's interior and route due to her concern, leading to his arrest via automatic number plate recognition. He had prior convictions in 2019 for similar offences involving two other teenage girls.

Pleaded not guilty; judge highlighted high risk of reoffending, previous similar convictions, and failure of prior sentence to prevent further offences.

1 Jul 2024

June 2024 9 cases

Lee Ashby

Possessing a bladed article in a public place *

Sentence

16 weeks imprisonment

Lee Ashby, 40, of The Summit, Liscard, was found in possession of a pair of scissors on Wye Close, Tranmere, on June 25, 2024. He pleaded guilty to the offence and was sentenced due to it being his second offence and while subject to recall.

Pleaded guilty to possessing a knife blade/sharp pointed article in a public place. Second offence and subject to recall. Ordered to pay £85 costs and £154 victim surcharge.

26 Jun 2024

Grant Jackson

Possession of an offensive weapon in a public place *

Sentence

20 weeks in prison

Grant Jackson was found in possession of a hammer, classified as an offensive weapon, in a public place on Elephant Lane, Thatto Heath, on January 23, 2024. He had previously been convicted of a similar offence, and the court determined that the seriousness of the incident warranted an immediate custodial sentence, including a deprivation order for the hammer.

Pleaded guilty to possession of an offensive weapon. Has a previous conviction for the same offence. The court stated that the offence was so serious that only a custodial sentence can be justified and that he has a flagrant disregard for court orders.

24 Jun 2024

Daren Pinnington

Burglary *

Sentence

52 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 2 years

Daren Pinnington, 43, of Kimberley Avenue, Thatto Heath, committed a burglary in Thatto Heath in July 2023. He was sentenced following his guilty plea, as part of efforts by Merseyside Police’s Operation Castle team to address opportunistic crimes.

Pleaded guilty to burglary.

20 Jun 2024

Leanne Marie Richardson

Fraudulent evasion of prohibition on importation of cocaine *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Leanne Marie Richardson and her partner were stopped at Manchester Airport upon re-entering the UK after a holiday in Jamaica. A search of their suitcases uncovered almost 22kg of high-purity cocaine hidden in the lining, with a street value of approximately £594,000. Her partner arranged the return and instructed her to leave suitcases lightly filled and marked with a ribbon, which she did, and she took pictures of the suitcases to facilitate placement of the drugs.

Found guilty by jury of participating in the fraudulent evasion of a prohibition on importing cocaine. Played a limited role but was a willing participant. Partner accepted bulk of responsibility. Judge noted she tied ribbons to luggage and forwarded pictures for identification. Later struck off by General Pharmaceutical Council for limited insight and denial of misconduct.

20 Jun 2024

Mckenzie Powell

Burglary *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

McKenzie Powell, 19, of Sherdley Road, Sutton, committed a burglary in Thatto Heath in January 2025 and was found in possession of controlled drugs in April 2024. He was sentenced as part of Merseyside Police’s efforts to tackle burglary through Operation Castle.

Sentenced for burglary and possession of controlled drugs, with 12 months for each offence served consecutively.

20 Jun 2024

Michelle Mcconnell

Possessing a fighting dog *

Sentence

£300 compensation, £100 fine, £85 costs, £40 surcharge, and Contingent Destruction Order

Michelle McConnell, 41, of Hughes Avenue, Prescot, pleaded guilty to possessing or having custody of a fighting dog, specifically a male brown and white pit bull-type dog named Pablo, in violation of the Dangerous Dogs Act, on March 20, 2024.

Pleaded guilty to the charge. The court took the guilty plea into account and passed a Contingent Destruction Order on the dog, unless exempted.

17 Jun 2024

Stephen Thomas Earle

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs *

Sentence

11 years and four months imprisonment

Stephen Thomas Earle, 52, was a leader in an organised crime group that trafficked at least 10kg of heroin and 7kg of cocaine into England and Scotland, using Encrochat for communications. He fled to Portugal in July 2020 to evade detection but was extradited back to the UK.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to supply a controlled drug of Class A and two counts of conspiracy to commit an offence outside England and Wales. Extradited from Portugal on 18 March 2024.

14 Jun 2024

Stephen Crook

Assault and intentional strangulation *

Sentence

Three years imprisonment

Stephen Crook assaulted and attempted to strangle his ex-partner in her home in Wirral on March 23, 2024, after taking cocaine and drinking a bottle of vodka. He bit her on the arm, left the address, returned around 2am, and launched a prolonged assault lasting two hours. The victim had ended their two-and-a-half-year relationship in November 2023.

Pleaded guilty to causing actual bodily harm, intentional strangulation, and criminal damage. Had previous convictions for assault and controlling behaviour. Made subject of a five-year restraining order.

1 Jun 2024

Jamie Buckley

Robbery *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Jamie Buckley committed a robbery at the Ashcroft Service Station in Fingerpost on April 3, 2024, where he pushed over a staff member, shouted aggressively, and threatened him while stealing cigarettes. The staff member remained calm during the frightening incident, and Buckley was heard on a 999 call demanding to be let out amid shouting.

Pleaded guilty to robbery and four counts of theft.

1 Jun 2024

May 2024 20 cases

James Campbell

Animal Welfare Act offence *

Sentence

8 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 12 months; 6-year ban on keeping animals; £200 fine

James Campbell, 50, owned a 21-month-old XL Bully dog named Zeus, which he had since April 2024 but failed to exempt as a banned breed. On or around August 7 and 8, 2023, he abused the dog in the rear yard of his home in Harrowby Road, Birkenhead, by repeatedly hitting her with a baseball bat, hurling bricks at her abdominal area, throwing pans of water, grabbing her by the neck, headbutting her, and punching her. He did not seek veterinary care for the dog's injuries, including significant swelling on her head from a strong hit. The dog exhibited signs of distress and attempts to escape. Zeus was removed by police on August 8, 2023, signed over by Campbell, and euthanised due to legislation on banned breeds.

Admitted one Animal Welfare Act offence. Claimed self-defence due to alleged dog bite, but evidence from videos and witnesses showed repeated abuse. Ordered to complete ten Rehabilitation Activity Requirement Days.

28 May 2024

Nathan Kinnear

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

seven years and four months imprisonment

Nathan Kinnear assisted his father in conspiring to supply cocaine. He was seen with his father on CCTV at a Liverpool Travelodge hotel. Police found a receipt in his possession for Sports Direct bags used to conceal 45 kilograms of cocaine in a vehicle. He attempted to flee from police by jumping out of a window at his girlfriend's house, and searches revealed more than £25,000 in cash at his home. His involvement dated back to at least March 2024.

Pleaded guilty to conspiring to supply cocaine. He was assisting his father in the movement and supply of controlled drugs.

27 May 2024

Raymond Kinnear

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

17 years imprisonment

Raymond Kinnear was involved in conspiring to supply cocaine, with 45 kilograms of the drug found concealed in Sports Direct bags in a grey Audi A4 registered to him at a storage unit in Liverpool. He was seen with his son on CCTV at a Liverpool Travelodge hotel and had keys to the vehicle. Police searches of his home revealed more than £25,000 in cash and two Rolex watches. The incident was linked to activities from at least March 2024.

Pleaded guilty to conspiring to supply cocaine. Described as a career criminal dealing in drugs on a large scale for several years.

27 May 2024

Rachel Walshe

Owning a dog which caused injury while dangerously out of control in a public place *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 20 days rehabilitation activity

On 18 August 2023, at about 5.45pm on Park Lane West in Netherton, Liverpool, Rachel Walshe was walking her Rottweiler dog Frankie when Marie Stevens, 40, approached to stroke the dogs. Frankie bit Mrs Stevens' arm, dragging her to the ground, and both dogs, including Brian's dog Rocky, attacked her. The dogs were dangerously out of control. Mrs Stevens suffered severe injuries leading to a blood clot that caused her death on 3 September 2023. The postmortem confirmed direct causation from the dog attack.

Pleaded guilty at Liverpool Magistrates Court on 31 January 2024. Disqualified from owning a dog for an indefinite period. Dogs ordered to be destroyed.

23 May 2024

Jack Tyler

Section 18 Assault (Grievous Bodily Harm) *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

On December 7, 2024, Jack Tyler, while under the influence of cocaine and cannabis, engaged in a violent altercation at his family home on Cobham Road, Moreton. He punched his mother, Patricia Tyler, in the face, causing blinding pain, black eyes, and frequent vomiting. He then fought with his father, Joseph Tyler, grabbed a knife from his father's pocket, and stabbed him 12 times in the flank, thigh, left chest, armpit, and other areas, leading to a fractured rib, bleeding to the eye, and severe injuries requiring emergency surgery and critical care at St Mary's Hospital in Warrington. Tyler fled the scene but was arrested 12 hours later, claiming self-defence, though the judge determined his actions exceeded this. The incident stemmed from a deteriorating relationship and prior violence, leaving both victims with lasting physical and psychological effects, including mobility issues, constant pain, and fear for safety.

Pleaded guilty to Section 18 Assault (Grievous Bodily Harm) and causing Actual Bodily Harm. Has 23 previous convictions for various offences. Judge Garrett Byrne noted the acts were truly shocking, acknowledged childhood trauma and mental health challenges, but stated the violence went beyond proportionate self-defence.

23 May 2024

Brian Walshe

Owning a dog which caused injury while dangerously out of control in a public place *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 20 days rehabilitation activity

On 18 August 2023, at about 5.45pm on Park Lane West in Netherton, Liverpool, Brian Walshe was walking his Rottweiler dog Rocky when Marie Stevens, 40, approached to stroke the dogs. His mother's dog Frankie bit Mrs Stevens' arm, dragging her to the ground, and both dogs attacked her. The dogs were dangerously out of control. Mrs Stevens suffered severe injuries leading to a blood clot that caused her death on 3 September 2023. The postmortem confirmed direct causation from the dog attack. Brian tried to restrain the dogs but was unable to for some time.

Pleaded guilty at Liverpool Crown Court on 3 May 2024. Disqualified from owning a dog for five years. Dogs ordered to be destroyed.

23 May 2024

Shane Philbrook

Rape and Sexual Assault *

Sentence

5.5 years imprisonment, plus a five-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and to sign the sex offenders register for life

In May 2023, Shane Philbrook befriended a 13-year-old girl on Snapchat and, during their first in-person meeting two days later, raped and sexually assaulted her. Nine months later, in February 2024, he sexually assaulted another victim, who was 16 years old, at a youth club.

Found guilty after a trial. DC Shanaz Kone commented on his sexual interest in underage girls and welcomed the custodial sentence. DC Louise Warburton praised the victims for their strength and hoped they could move forward.

22 May 2024

Gavin Butters

Fraud *

Sentence

33 months imprisonment

Gavin Butters, 27, of no fixed address but from Yorkshire, committed courier fraud by having an accomplice pretend to be a police officer over the phone to elderly victims, including a man from St Helens. He visited them to collect bank cards under false pretences and stole nearly £10,000 in jewellery from one couple.

Pleaded guilty to nine counts of fraud. A restraining order banning contact with some victims for 10 years was imposed.

19 May 2024

Jennifer Coleman

Being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control *

Sentence

£300 fine and £1,000 compensation, plus £650 costs and £120 victim surcharge

On May 31, 2024, Jennifer Coleman's two dogs, Wilbur and Mistletoe, both Italian Spinones, attacked John Hudson, 71, and his son's dog on Leasowe Beach. The dogs jumped at Mr. Hudson, knocking him onto rocks and causing a cut to his eyebrow and injuries to two fingers. He shouted for Coleman to control the dogs, but she walked away, swearing. The incident occurred in a popular area frequented by families and other dog walkers.

Found guilty of two offences of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control. A contingent destruction order was imposed, requiring restrictions such as walking the dogs separately, using head collars, obtaining insurance, and attending training sessions.

16 May 2024

Thomas Dean

Wounding with intent *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Thomas Dean, 36, of Lancaster Avenue, Whiston, carried out a violent and sustained attack on a woman on November 7 last year outside a shop in Prescot, leaving her with head injuries that required hospital treatment. The incident was captured on CCTV.

Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and assault by beating. Also given an indefinite restraining order prohibiting contact with the victim.

14 May 2024

Raymond Hawthorne

Sexual offences against children *

Sentence

35 years imprisonment

Raymond Hawthorne groomed and sexually abused two young boys between 1988 and 1995 while living on the Wirral in Merseyside. The offending was prolonged and serious, including touching the children, sexual assault, and rape over many years. He gained the trust of the children's parents by offering to look after the children, repeatedly abusing this trust. He plied the children with gifts and money, took them on trips or to his own home to isolate them, and as they got older, gave them drink and drugs. On several occasions, one victim was drugged without knowledge and sexually abused while unconscious. Hawthorne has a history of running a child sexual exploitation ring and committing sexual offences against children.

Found guilty on 14 out of 17 counts following a trial in March 2024. Judge noted he has no insight into his offending and no remorse, and attacked the credibility of his victims during the trial.

14 May 2024

Lewis Young

Being the owner of a dog that caused injury while dangerously out of control in a public place *

Sentence

2 years' imprisonment

On 10 February 2024, an XL Bully dog named Snoop, owned by Lewis Young and kept in a flat shared with his mother in Wadham Road, Bootle, attacked an eight-year-old boy who had come to play. The dog, a banned breed, was not registered and had not undergone behaviour training. Lewis Young had taken the dog from a friend a few months prior and claimed he did not know it was banned. The boy sustained life-changing injuries, and the dog was destroyed at the scene.

Pleaded guilty to being the owner of a dog that caused injury while dangerously out of control in a public place.

13 May 2024

Amanda Young

Being in charge of a dog that caused injury while dangerously out of control in a public place *

Sentence

20 months' imprisonment

On 10 February 2024, Amanda Young, 49, was looking after her godson and the XL Bully dog Snoop, owned by her son Lewis Young, in their flat on Wadham Road, Bootle, when an eight-year-old boy came to call and play. The banned breed dog attacked the boy, causing life-changing injuries. Amanda Young was unable to stop the attack. The dog was destroyed at the scene.

Pleaded guilty to being in charge of a dog that caused injury while dangerously out of control in a public place.

13 May 2024

Anthony Wilcock

Rape *

Sentence

24 years imprisonment

Anthony Wilcock, 44, of Harvey Avenue in Earlestown, subjected two young girls to years of abuse, including regular rapes and sexual assaults. One victim was abused between ages 12 and 14, and the other between 9 and 15, with incidents involving pinning down and degrading acts.

Convicted of eight counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault. Described as dangerous and predatory with previous convictions for dishonest and violent offences. He will serve two-thirds of the sentence before applying for parole.

9 May 2024

Joel Price

Assault *

Sentence

15 months in prison

Joel Price stabbed a 15-year-old boy in the arm twice during a targeted attack on Mersey Bank Road on November 9 at around 12.25pm. Two males fled the scene on electric bikes. Price was identified through inquiries and arrested three days later.

Pleaded guilty to section 20 assault and possession of a bladed article in a public place. Was 17 at the time of the incident.

9 May 2024

Stephen Carney

Assault, Harassment, and Criminal Damage *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment for harassment and breach of restraining order, and 10 weeks imprisonment for assault, to be served concurrently

On January 23, 2024, Stephen Carney assaulted a woman in St Helens, damaged her mobile phone, bed, and door, and breached a restraining order that had been imposed by Liverpool Crown Court in August 2023, prohibiting him from contacting the victim.

Pleaded guilty to assault, harassment, criminal damage, and breach of restraining order. Restraining order remains in place until May 2028.

8 May 2024

Alan Cherry

Attempted sexual communication with a child *

Sentence

four years and two months imprisonment

Alan Cherry, 67, from St Helens, started a conversation with a 13-year-old child over the internet, inciting the child to engage in sexual activity. He was identified and arrested by police from the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit on March 25 this year.

Pleaded guilty to attempted sexual communication with a child, attempting to incite a child to engage in sexual activity, and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Also given an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and will be on the Sex Offenders Register for life.

7 May 2024

Paul Rafferty

Child sexual abuse *

Sentence

Not stated

Paul Rafferty, 62, was involved in the abuse of a young girl over a two-year period from 2019 until 2021 alongside Vicki Bevan and Tony Hutton.

Convicted and sentenced alongside Vicki Bevan and Tony Hutton for the abuse of a young girl over a two-year period from 2019 until 2021.

1 May 2024

Tony Hutton

Child sexual abuse *

Sentence

Not stated

Tony Hutton, 42, was involved in the abuse of a young girl over a two-year period from 2019 until 2021 alongside Vicki Bevan and Paul Rafferty.

Convicted and sentenced alongside Vicki Bevan and Paul Rafferty for the abuse of a young girl over a two-year period from 2019 until 2021.

1 May 2024

Vicki Bevan

Rape of a child under 13 *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 10 years

Vicki Bevan, 37, from St Helens, Merseyside, systematically abused a girl aged under 10 over a two-year period from 2019 until 2021, committing rape, assaults by penetration, sexual assaults, inciting sexual activity, making and distributing indecent images, and possessing extreme pornography.

Pleaded guilty to rape, five counts of assault of a child under 13 by penetration, two counts of sexual assault of a child under 13, inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, making indecent images, three counts of distributing indecent photographs of a child and two counts of possessing extreme pornography. Judge condemned her for carrying out shockingly depraved fantasies.

1 May 2024

April 2024 5 cases

Marc Noonan

Rape *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 18 years

Marc Noonan, 27, from Liverpool, groomed three teenage girls (aged 13, 14, and 16) via TikTok and Snapchat, lying about his age and coercing them into sending intimate photos. He manipulated them into meeting him and committed serious sexual offences including rape, sexual assault, and assault by penetration. He was emotionally manipulative and physically violent, escalating the abuse. Arrested in February 2023 after police linked the cases. Charged with 41 counts.

Pleaded guilty to 12 counts before trial, convicted of 28 further counts after trial, acquitted of one count of non-fatal strangulation. Previous convictions for possession of indecent images of children and extreme pornography. Breached prior Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Comprehensive Sexual Harm Prevention Order and restraining order imposed. Placed on Sex Offender Register.

17 Apr 2024

Keith Sherwood

Possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply *

Sentence

5 years and 4 months imprisonment

Keith Sherwood was stopped by police on the M62 near junction six for Tarbock Island on April 17, 2024, while driving eastbound. Officers found 13 tightly bound packages containing over 13kg of cocaine in the rear passenger footwell of his car. The cocaine had a purity of 79-84 per cent and was estimated to have a wholesale value of £364,000 to £468,000, and a street value of £523,000 to £1.3 million. He was transporting the drugs as a courier recruited by a friend.

Recruited by a friend as a one-off courier. Police welcomed the sentence, noting it as a significant drug recovery and a deterrent to drug dealing.

17 Apr 2024

Thomas Doran

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving and assaulting an emergency worker *

Sentence

4 years and 6 months imprisonment

On 25 February 2023, Thomas Doran, 40, of Poplar Terrace in Keighley, drove a white transit van eastbound on the A18 after drinking nine pints of stout at a pub one mile from the collision site. Accompanied by a man and a 41-year-old woman known to him, he pulled into the path of an oncoming vehicle, causing the van to spin and the rear doors to open. The woman, seated on a makeshift seat without a seatbelt, was ejected and suffered extensive head injuries. Doran assaulted a paramedic providing lifesaving care and failed a roadside breath test, being almost twice over the limit. He refused a blood alcohol sample. CCTV confirmed his intoxication and actions.

Found guilty of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and assaulting an emergency worker. Described as 'selfish and senseless' by police.

9 Apr 2024

Kyle Shaw

Stalking causing serious harm or distress *

Sentence

20-month prison sentence suspended for 20 months

Kyle Shaw, 37, from Whetstone Lane in Birkenhead, Wirral, embarked on a persistent campaign of stalking Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas, 64, between August 31, 2017, and November 29, 2023, causing serious harm or distress. Believing Ballas's late brother, David Rich, who died by suicide in 2003 at age 44, was his father based on information from his mother, Shaw sent messages and threats to Ballas, her friends, and colleagues. He accused Ballas of responsibility for her brother's death, set up social media accounts in Rich's name, posted menacing threats on Twitter including her home address, and approached Ballas's 86-year-old mother, Audrey Rich, in a Wirral shop in 2019, claiming she was his grandmother, which led to her relocation to London. Shaw also messaged Ballas's niece Mary Assall, former partner Daniel Taylor, and work colleagues from Loose Women and Strictly Come Dancing, and taunted her about upcoming book signings. This caused Ballas significant distress, including sleepless nights, reluctance to socialise, and avoidance of public transport. Shaw has complex mental health issues since childhood, exacerbated by cannabis use.

Pleaded guilty to stalking. Also admitted possession of cannabis. Ordered to carry out 20 days of rehabilitation activity and a 12-month drug rehabilitation requirement. Made subject of a lifetime restraining order preventing contact with Shirley Ballas, her niece, mother, and former partner.

2 Apr 2024

Jake Duffy

Supply of cannabis *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months with 180 hours unpaid work and up to 10 days rehabilitation activity requirement

In December 2022, evidence from a black iPhone recovered near the scene of an assault on Sam Searson showed Jake Duffy's involvement in supplying cannabis between December 7 and 20. The phone, attributed to him via selfies and social media, contained messages sourcing cannabis for sale, advertising to customers, tick lists for up to £2,000 owed, references to wages for others, and pictures of large cash amounts. Duffy made no comment in a November 2023 interview. He was sentenced in April 2024 but breached the order by missing unpaid work and probation appointments and displaying poor attitude towards staff.

Suspended sentence for being concerned in the supply of cannabis. Breached order by missing appointments and showing poor attitude; ordered to complete additional 15 hours community service. Judge warned to improve attitude.

1 Apr 2024

March 2024 3 cases

James Blundell

Rape *

Sentence

14 years and five months imprisonment

James Blundell raped and sexually abused young boys after grooming them with money and sweets. He had previous convictions for attempting to incite children into sexual activity and possessing indecent images, with the new offences occurring despite a 10-year sexual harm prevention order.

Pleaded guilty to multiple sexual offences, had a prior suspended sentence for similar crimes, and breached a sexual harm prevention order.

31 Mar 2024

Graham Jones

Rape of a child *

Sentence

21 years imprisonment with 5 years extended licence

Graham Jones subjected a child to a campaign of sexual offending in Warrington during the 1980s, starting when she was primary school age. The offences included four rapes, one involving a knife threat in Orford Park where he grabbed her, pushed her to the ground, raped her, and fled after being disturbed. Other incidents involved indecent assaults while she was injured and in agony, exposing himself and performing sex acts nearby with risk of detection, inappropriate touching under clothing, and attempting to force her into sexual conduct in Parr Hall toilets amid a crowd. He threatened terrible consequences if she told anyone, stealing her childhood and breaking her spirit, leading to lifelong trauma including self-harm and suicidal ideation.

Convicted of 22 sexual offences including rape of a child, indecent assault of a child, and gross indecency with a child, relating to 42 separate incidents. Jury reached unanimous guilty verdict after trial. Poor record for exposing himself and performing sex acts in front of women and children. Must serve at least two-thirds before parole consideration. Judge noted offences aggravated by multiplicity, victim's vulnerability, duration, and threats. Presents continuing significant risk of serious harm.

22 Mar 2024

Cornneliu Mihai Magureanu

Violent disorder *

Sentence

18 months in prison

Cornneliu Mihai Magureanu participated in violent disorder in Liverpool city centre on August 3, 2023, where he watched a crowd throw missiles at police, then threw a rock at the police line and shouted at officers.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. Was captured on CCTV throwing a rock at police officers and shouting towards them.

20 Mar 2024

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