Liverpool Crown Court Sentencing Results

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

January 2014 2 cases

Joseph Mcgill

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 8 years

On September 30, 2013, at Liver Launderette on Priory Road, Anfield, Joseph McGill, then aged 13, supported the Lane Heads gang's attack on 19-year-old Sean McHugh in revenge. He handed a knife to Keyfer Dykstra and poured detergent on the floor after the stabbing that severed McHugh's artery; McHugh died four days later.

Handed a knife to Dykstra and poured detergent on the floor afterwards. Convicted of murder in 2014.

1 Jan 2014

Reese O'shaughnessy

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 18 years

On September 30, 2013, at Liver Launderette on Priory Road, Anfield, Reese O'Shaughnessy, then aged 19, led a gang attack on 19-year-old Sean McHugh in revenge for a prior stabbing. The gang, associated with Lane Heads, chased McHugh, kicked down a door, and used a swordstick to stab him in the leg, severing an artery. McHugh escaped to an alley but died four days later in hospital.

Ringleader who collected the murder weapon and stabbed the victim. Convicted of murder in 2014.

1 Jan 2014

June 2013 1 case

Dale Cregan

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment

Dale Cregan murdered David Short, 46, and his son Mark, 23, and policewomen Nicola Hughes, 23, and Fiona Bone, 32, in 2012. He was transferred from Ashworth hospital to Aintree Hospital in a high-security operation.

Convicted for multiple murders in 2012.

21 Jun 2013

May 2013 1 case

Jamie Smith

Murder *

Sentence

Detention at His Majesty's pleasure with minimum term of 13 years

Jamie Smith, a 13-year-old schoolboy, launched a brutal and apparently motiveless attack on 34-year-old Stephen Croft after drinking with him by a bonfire in Whetstone Lane, Birkenhead, on November 5, 2012. Smith repeatedly kicked and punched Croft, causing fatal injuries. He then stole Croft's tobacco, cigarette papers, and lighter, before dumping the badly charred body on a public bonfire near the YMCA in an attempt to conceal the crime. The remains were found in the embers in the early hours of November 6, 2012.

Pleaded not guilty but convicted. Had eight previous convictions in the last two years. Was on the run from a children's home at the time. Defence stated he was very young, had not intended to kill, and now regretted his actions.

8 May 2013

March 2012 3 cases

Joseph Farrell

Possessing firearms and causing criminal damage with intent to endanger life *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 12 years

Joseph Farrell was an associate of Kirk Bradley and Tony Downes, involved in carrying out violent tasks for the Huyton Firm's terror campaign across Merseyside, including grenade attacks and shootings that caused life-changing injuries. The operation was stopped by Merseyside Police's Matrix unit with international assistance.

Entered guilty plea to possessing firearms and causing criminal damage with intent to endanger life.

1 Mar 2012

Craig Riley

Possessing firearms and causing criminal damage with intent to endanger life *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 14 years

Craig Riley was an associate of Kirk Bradley and Tony Downes, involved in carrying out violent tasks for the Huyton Firm's terror campaign across Merseyside, including grenade attacks and shootings that caused life-changing injuries. The operation was stopped by Merseyside Police's Matrix unit with international assistance.

Entered guilty plea to possessing firearms and causing criminal damage with intent to endanger life.

1 Mar 2012

Gary Wilson

Possessing firearms and causing criminal damage with intent to endanger life *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 16 years

Gary Wilson was an associate of Kirk Bradley and Tony Downes, involved in carrying out violent tasks for the Huyton Firm's terror campaign across Merseyside, including grenade attacks and shootings that caused life-changing injuries. The operation was stopped by Merseyside Police's Matrix unit with international assistance.

Entered guilty plea to possessing firearms and causing criminal damage with intent to endanger life.

1 Mar 2012

May 2011 2 cases

Peter Mcghee

Conspiring to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Peter McGhee was a lieutenant and key organizer in the class A drugs gang under Operation Webber, involved in supplying cocaine, heroin, and cannabis to Merseyside and beyond. He made trips to Malaga, Amsterdam, and Geneva with associates to arrange drug deals with foreign suppliers. The conspiracy lasted 18 months, involved laundering profits, and had connections to Scotland, Newcastle, Carlisle, and international locations. Police raids recovered 27kg of heroin, 14.6kg of cocaine, 2kg of cannabis, £970,000 in cash, luxury watches, and a loaded pistol. McGhee afforded a six-bedroom mansion and drove over 20 luxury cars during surveillance.

Senior figure in the drug conspiracy, observed making international trips to arrange drug deals. Jailed as part of Operation Webber.

1 May 2011

Steve Nicholls

Conspiring to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

7 years and 6 months imprisonment

Steve Nicholls was a senior member of the class A drugs gang in Operation Webber, involved in the supply of cocaine, heroin, and cannabis. He paid his £1,100 mortgage in cash while imprisoned and directed operations from a five-star hotel in Aruba. The 18-month conspiracy involved nearly two dozen people in drug and cash handovers, laundering, and processing high-purity drugs for street level. It had links to Scotland, the north east, and international trips for deals. Raids recovered significant drugs, cash, and weapons associated with the gang.

Senior figure who directed parts of the conspiracy from a five-star hotel in Aruba while in prison. £300,000 in cash found in his house. Later sentenced to 16 years and 8 months for an EncroChat plot.

1 May 2011

July 2009 1 case

Karl Mccluney

Murder *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment

Karl McCluney attacked two-year-old Demi Leigh Mahon by kicking, punching, and biting her in July 2008 at a house in Eccles, Salford, while babysitting her on his 15th birthday. The assault caused 68 injuries and severe brain damage, leading to her being placed on life support for two days before it was switched off with her parents present.

Found guilty of murder. Judge described the attack as 'savage'. He was 15 years old at the time, lost his temper while babysitting, and had a history of difficulties managing emotions. He was released after serving his sentence, with conditions including living at a designated address and an exclusion zone.

1 Jul 2009

April 2009 2 cases

Lee Amos

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 35 years

Lee Amos was a key member of the Gooch gang, involved in violent gang feuds in south Manchester, including the murders of Ucal Chin and Tyrone Gilbert. The gang controlled drug trade in areas such as Moss Side and was linked to numerous shootings. Amos was arrested in 2000 with firearms and re-arrested after his early release led to further crimes.

Member of the Gooch gang. Previously sentenced to 9 years in 2001 and released early in 2007. Convicted of a catalogue of gang-related crimes including the murders of Ucal Chin and Tyrone Gilbert. His brother Stephen Baba-Tunde Amos was shot dead in 2002.

7 Apr 2009

Colin Joyce

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 39 years

Colin Joyce, aged 29, was the leader of the Gooch gang in south Manchester, involved in a series of gang-related crimes including the murders of Ucal Chin and Tyrone Gilbert as part of feuds over drug trade control in areas like Moss Side. The gang was associated with shootings and violence throughout the 1990s and 2000s. Joyce and other members were arrested following operations targeting gang activities.

Leader of the Gooch gang. Previously sentenced to 9 years in 2001 and released early in 2007. Convicted of a catalogue of gang-related crimes including the murders of Ucal Chin and Tyrone Gilbert.

7 Apr 2009

January 2009 2 cases

Dean Kelly

Related offences *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Dean Kelly, aged under 18 at the time, was involved in the events surrounding the murder of Rhys Jones on 22 August 2007 in Croxteth, Liverpool, and convicted of four related offences.

Convicted of four related offences. Sentencing delayed until January 2009.

1 Jan 2009

Nathan Quinn

Assisting an offender *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

Nathan Quinn, a member of the Croxteth Crew gang, was convicted of assisting an offender in the murder of Rhys Jones on 22 August 2007 in Croxteth, Liverpool.

Convicted of assisting an offender. Sentencing delayed until January 2009.

1 Jan 2009

December 2008 4 cases

Melvin Coy

Assisting an offender *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Melvin Coy, a member of the Croxteth Crew gang, was convicted of assisting an offender in the murder of Rhys Jones on 22 August 2007 in Croxteth, Liverpool.

Convicted of assisting an offender. Member of the Croxteth Crew gang.

16 Dec 2008

James Yates

Assisting an offender *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

James Yates, a member of the Croxteth Crew gang, was convicted of assisting an offender in the murder of Rhys Jones on 22 August 2007 in Croxteth, Liverpool.

Initially sentenced to 7 years for assisting an offender; sentence increased by the Court of Appeal as too lenient.

16 Dec 2008

Gary Kays

Assisting an offender *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Gary Kays, a member of the Croxteth Crew gang, was convicted of assisting an offender in the murder of Rhys Jones on 22 August 2007 in Croxteth, Liverpool.

Convicted of assisting an offender. Member of the Croxteth Crew gang.

16 Dec 2008

Sean Mercer

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 22 years

On 22 August 2007, Sean Mercer, aged 16 at the time, shot 11-year-old Rhys Jones in the back while Jones was walking home from football practice in Croxteth, Liverpool. Mercer was attempting to target rival gang members from the Norris Green Strand Crew but missed and fatally struck Jones. The bullet entered Jones's back above his left shoulder blade and exited from the front right side of his neck. Jones was pronounced dead at Alder Hey Children's Hospital after paramedics failed to resuscitate him.

Found guilty of murder after a nine-week trial. Member of the Croxteth Crew gang.

16 Dec 2008

May 2008 1 case

Joey Barton

Assault and affray *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment

In May 2008, during a boozy night out in Liverpool city centre with his brother Andrew and cousin Nadine Wilson, Joey Barton, aged 25, got into a row in McDonald's after being taunted about his brother Michael, who was jailed for the racist murder of Anthony Walker. Barton attacked a man outside in the street and then punched 16-year-old Jordan Spencer in the mouth after mistakenly thinking he had slapped Wilson.

Pleaded guilty to assault and affray following a violent incident outside McDonald's after being taunted about his brother.

1 May 2008

January 1998 1 case

Alfie Lewis

Conspiracy to supply ecstasy *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

In 1997, Alfie Lewis was charged with conspiracy to supply ecstasy related to his role as head of security at the Cream nightclub in Liverpool. It was alleged that he used his position to smuggle drugs into the club, allowing dealers to trade despite the club's anti-drugs policy. The operation involved running a major drugs-peddling scheme inside the nightclub while he simultaneously supported charitable causes in the community.

Convicted of conspiracy to supply ecstasy. Served as head of security at Cream nightclub and was accused of masterminding a drugs smuggling operation into the club.

1 Jan 1998

January 1987 1 case

Peter Sullivan

Rape and Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 16 years

Peter Sullivan was convicted of the rape and murder of 21-year-old Diane Sindall, who was attacked while walking through Birkenhead in the early hours of August 2, 1986. He was arrested on September 23, 1986, denied legal advice during initial interviews, and claimed he was beaten by police with truncheons under a blanket and threatened with additional charges to force a confession. Despite learning difficulties, he was not provided an appropriate adult. Crucial DNA evidence later identified another unknown perpetrator.

Conviction quashed in May 2025 after 38 years in prison due to new DNA evidence proving innocence. Claimed police beatings and coercion during interrogation. Miscarriage of justice acknowledged by Merseyside Police.

1 Jan 1987

August 1876 1 case

William Fish

Murder *

Sentence

Death by hanging

William Fish lured seven-year-old Emily Agnes Holland into his barbershop on March 28, 1876, under the pretense of running an errand. He raped her, then killed her by cutting her throat and dismembering her body with a cut-throat razor. He disposed of her body parts by wrapping them in newspaper, burning some in his fireplace, and hiding others in a chimney and drains. The crime was solved when dogs led police to the remaining body parts in his shop.

Pleaded guilty to murder but attempted to claim insanity; jury rejected the plea after deliberation.

4 Aug 1876

Date Not Specified 14 cases

Thompson Amponsah

Rape and sexual assault *

Sentence

23 years imprisonment

Thompson Amponsah was convicted of multiple rape and sexual assault offences against vulnerable young women.

Convicted of multiple rape and sexual assault offences against vulnerable young women.

1 Jan 0001

Phillip Hollis

Endangering the safety of passengers *

Sentence

12 month prison sentence, suspended for two years

On Saturday 13 March 2021, Hollis was driving a Merseyrail service from Liverpool Central to Kirkby, due to arrive at 6.52pm. The speed limit for the approach to Kirkby station is 15mph, but the train travelled at 40mph. Hollis applied the emergency brakes but the train collided with the buffer stop, causing it to derail with an estimated £450,000 damage to the station. Twelve passengers and a guard on board sustained minor injuries. Phone analysis showed Hollis sent a WhatsApp message at 6.51.34pm, 26 seconds before the crash. He admitted his phone should have been turned off in the cab.

Pleaded guilty at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on 8 February. Dismissed by Merseyrail in September 2021.

1 Jan 0001

Richard Charles Hall

Fraud and perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

four-and-a-half years imprisonment

Richard Charles Hall traded as an estate agent through Brooklands Sales and Lettings Limited, defrauding several people of more than £40,000. He dishonestly sold the company in May 2014 claiming full ownership despite third-party investment, two months before second bankruptcy in July 2014. He concealed a bank account and shares from the Official Receiver, operated a sole trader company unbeknownst to new owners, lied about shares, and produced false banking material to pervert the course of justice.

Found guilty of seven offences after two trials. Prior suspended sentence in 2013 for possessing an offensive weapon and conviction in 2015 for battery. Judge commented on lack of trust and integrity, abuse of position.

1 Jan 0001

Robert Ware

Conspiracy to defraud *

Sentence

8 years in prison

Graham Wortley and Robert Ware carried out a sophisticated mortgage scam over three and a half years. They encouraged loan firms to give short-term bridging loans against properties they had purchased, then sent forged documents to HM Land Registry to remove mortgage protections, allowing them to refinance or sell the properties to others, including wealthy investors from Saudi Arabia. This caused extensive damage, with one company losing £3 million and a solicitors firm going into administration.

Found guilty of conspiracy to defraud after a six-year-long investigation. Liverpool-based.

1 Jan 0001

Richard Weild

Drug trafficking *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment

Richard Weild, a Merseyside cocaine kingpin, operated a £1m drug empire involving adulterated cocaine nationwide, which was dismantled in a raid uncovering his lavish lifestyle including a £70k watch; the operation was exposed through the EncroChat crackdown.

Sentenced for running a £1m cocaine empire and adulterating cocaine, busted via EncroChat crackdown.

1 Jan 0001

Stephen Davey

Fraud *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Stephen Davey, 49, duped dozens of women out of thousands of pounds using multiple false identities including that of an estate agent, police officer, solicitor, probation worker, and builder. He tricked two female victims out of more than £7,000 by professing love, befriending them, and persuading them to provide funds to furnish a property, buy an engagement ring, and pay for treatment after claiming he had bowel cancer. He used fake emails to back up his stories. The fraud unravelled after he failed to pay a bill at a Liverpool hotel and staff alerted a victim, leading to police involvement.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of fraud as well as other crimes.

1 Jan 0001

Anthony Cullen

Conspiracy to supply firearms and cocaine *

Sentence

27 years imprisonment

Anthony Cullen, as part of the Cullen twins' organised crime group, ran a large-scale drug importation and supply scheme involving cocaine, turning over at least £300,000 a month. The gang used violence to intimidate and control others and stashed weapons including an AK-47 assault rifle, pump action shotgun, automatic pistols, and revolvers, which were hired out to other gangs and linked to shootings across the north west, including Bootle in 2015.

For conspiracy to supply firearms and cocaine. Arrested while trying to flee the country.

1 Jan 0001

Anthony Morgan

Conspiracy to supply cocaine and MDMA *

Sentence

6 years and 2 months imprisonment

Anthony Morgan collaborated with Lewis Turner to supply cocaine and MDMA in Warrington, expanding the operation by involving his grandmother, who stored £150,000 worth of cocaine at her home, and his girlfriend and her sister, who delivered drugs. The gang used violence to collect debts and operated after the Cullen group's collapse, with ties to higher criminal networks.

Partner in crime with Lewis Turner; involved in recruiting family members including his nan, girlfriend, and her sister to prepare, store, and supply drugs.

1 Jan 0001

Bradley Roberts

Possessing ketamine with intent to supply *

Sentence

27 months' immediate imprisonment

Bradley Roberts had a unit at Powderworks Lane industrial estate in Melling registered to him. In early February 2024, police executed a warrant and seized firearms including a Skorpion submachine gun, ammunition, and a carrier bag with three bags of white powder containing 300g of ketamine worth up to £6,000. Roberts' DNA was found on the drug packaging, three sets of scales, multiple bags, a plastic container and gloves. He was arrested at his home on St Andrews Close in Maghull, wearing a dressing gown. He provided a prepared statement saying he rented the unit with another person but feared naming them, denied knowledge of some items, drugs, firearms or bicycles, then answered no comment.

Pleaded guilty to possessing ketamine with intent to supply. Involved due to own use, supplying to friends. Sentencing judge described ketamine as 'literally corrosive to bodies'. Sentence later reduced on appeal.

1 Jan 0001

Graham Wortley

Conspiracy to defraud *

Sentence

6 years in prison

Found guilty of conspiracy to defraud after a six-year-long investigation. Liverpool-based.

1 Jan 0001

Dale Howarth

Contempt of court *

Sentence

Fined £500 with 14 days imprisonment in default of payment

Dale Howarth, 46, of Dunnock Grove, Birchwood, Warrington, refused jury duty citing fears of recognition due to his bright pink company car, high-profile clients including footballers, potential harm to his partner, bankruptcy, and mental health issues. Judge dismissed concerns as minuscule. He was planning a holiday to Majorca.

Found in contempt of court for failing to attend jury duty. Payable at £50 per month, first payment within 28 days. Reduced from maximum due to claimed financial hardship and concerns, though judge had misgivings about his explanations.

1 Jan 0001

Daniel Flatters

Sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Daniel Flatters was part of a group of six men who sexually exploited underage girls aged between 13 and 15 at a property in Blackrod, Bolton, known as the 'party house'. They targeted girls near a community centre, contacted them online, and invited them there. Offences took place between 2016 and 2018.

Of Bolton, aged 34.

1 Jan 0001

Owen Cousins

Manslaughter *

Sentence

11 years detention

Owen Cousins, aged 17, stabbed 16-year-old Daniel Gee-Jamieson during a pre-arranged fight on July 3, 2018, in Belle Vale. Daniel, a student at Hugh Baird College in Bootle and avid boxer, died in hospital from his injuries after bleeding out at the scene.

Convicted of manslaughter.

1 Jan 0001

Leon Cullen

Conspiracy to supply firearms, ammunition and cocaine *

Sentence

22.5 years imprisonment

Leon Cullen, alongside his brother Anthony, headed an organised crime group that operated a major drugs and guns network in Warrington, supplying cocaine and other drugs with monthly profits of at least £300,000. The gang possessed a large cache of firearms, the largest ever seized by Cheshire Constabulary, used violence for control, and was involved in attacks including shootings and grenade incidents.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply firearms, conspiracy to possess ammunition and conspiracy to supply cocaine. Linked to gun and grenade attacks; spent two years on the run before arrest in Dubai.

1 Jan 0001

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Liverpool Crown Court Sentencing Results

Joseph Mcgill

Reese O'shaughnessy

Dale Cregan

Jamie Smith

Joseph Farrell

Craig Riley

Gary Wilson

Peter Mcghee

Steve Nicholls

Karl Mccluney

Lee Amos

Colin Joyce

Dean Kelly

Nathan Quinn

Melvin Coy

James Yates

Gary Kays

Sean Mercer

Joey Barton

Alfie Lewis

Peter Sullivan

William Fish

Thompson Amponsah

Phillip Hollis

Richard Charles Hall

Robert Ware

Richard Weild

Stephen Davey

Anthony Cullen

Anthony Morgan

Bradley Roberts

Graham Wortley

Dale Howarth

Daniel Flatters

Owen Cousins

Leon Cullen

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