Liverpool Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 1011 verdicts at Liverpool Crown Court (Liverpool). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

March 2012 2 cases

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

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

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

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

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

January 2009 2 cases

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

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

December 2008 4 cases

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

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

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

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 33 cases

William John Ormandy

Rape *

Sentence

eight years and three months' imprisonment with an extended four year licence

On February 6, 2022, William John Ormandy, 31, of Derby Court, Church Road, Halewood, approached an 18-year-old woman near Liverpool Lime Street Station taxi rank just before 2am, followed her despite her refusals, pulled her into a service alleyway near the station, and raped her before leaving the scene.

Pleaded guilty to rape. Has 13 convictions for 29 previous offences including violence against women. Placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life. Judge noted deliberate targeting, planning, persistent use of force, and high risk of harm to women.

1 Jan 0001

William Meehan

Attempting to facilitate the commission of a child sex offence *

Sentence

3 years and 7 months imprisonment

William Meehan, 75 at the time, travelled 36 miles from Kirkby, Liverpool, to Fulwood Leisure Centre in Preston on January 23, 2021, to meet a 12-year-old girl named 'Jess' for sex. He had groomed her online via Chat Avenue, Kik, Skype, and WhatsApp from January 15, posing as 35-year-old, discussing sex, pregnancy, and bringing Blue WKD and Viagra (found in his car along with bottle opener and glass). 'Jess' was an undercover officer. Police seized his iPhone and found 22 extreme porn bestiality files on his laptop at home.

Pleaded guilty to attempting to facilitate the commission of a child sex offence (basis of plea rejected after Newton Hearing), two counts of attempted sexual communication with a child, and possessing extreme porn. Judge noted planning and intent for sexual intercourse with a 12-year-old decoy. Past convictions for dishonesty and driving offences (none since 1973). Medical conditions and remorse considered. Must sign Sex Offenders Register for life and Sexual Harm Prevention Order for 10 years.

1 Jan 0001

William Rumsby

Making and possessing indecent images of children *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

After making a concerning comment on a YouTube video, police visited Rumsby's hotel room and seized his tablet. Examination revealed indecent images and videos of children as young as eight being raped. He admitted to possession and three counts of making indecent images. He had two prior convictions for similar offences.

Pleaded guilty to possession of indecent images of children and three counts of making indecent images. Two previous convictions for similar offences. Judge warned that continued offending would leave him with very little life.

1 Jan 0001

Wayne Collins

Attempting to sexually communicate with a child *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment

Wayne Collins chatted with undercover officers posing as 13-year-old 'Bella' from Exeter between July 16 and August 9, 2019, and 12-year-old 'Jess' from Cheshire on September 2 and 3, 2019, via Kik Messenger. He sent photos of his erect penis, discussed sex acts, asked for intimate photos, and attempted to incite sexual activity. His Sony Xperia phone contained two Category C indecent images of children and his own indecent images. Police raided his home in Belmont Road, Anfield on November 13, 2019.

No previous convictions. Admitted downloading and possessing indecent images of a child, two counts of attempting to sexually communicate with a child, two counts of attempting to incite a child to engage in sexual activity, and two counts of attempting to cause a child to look at an image of a person engaging in sexual activity. Ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register and comply with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for 10 years.

1 Jan 0001

Trevor Griffiths

Attempting to engage in sexual activity with a boy between 13 and 15 *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment

Trevor Griffiths, 66, of Ajax Avenue in Orford, Warrington, started speaking to an undercover police officer posing as a 14-year-old boy named 'Mark' on Chatiw between January 10 and January 17, 2019. He offered to take the boy to McDonald's, the cinema, and a hotel in Belfast, detailing plans to shower together and perform sex acts. Police found 63 indecent images of children including child rape images on his phones, extreme pornography, and scraps of paper with names from paedophile websites. He failed to comply with notification requirements while on bail.

Pleaded guilty. Ordered to comply with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for 15 years. Must sign the Sex Offenders Register for 10 years. No previous convictions.

1 Jan 0001

Tony Hazlett

Violent disorder *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Tony Hazlett, 46, was involved in disorder in Southport following a vigil for three girls killed in a fatal knife attack. He threw two missiles at police.

Threw two missiles at police.

1 Jan 0001

Vicky Bevan

Systematic sexual abuse of a child under 10 *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 10 years

Vicky Bevan, 37, from St Helens, organised and committed sexual offences against a girl under 10. A police investigation into a paedophile uncovered indecent images sent from her mobile. Raids on her home found devices with child abuse images. She was convicted of multiple counts including rape, sexual assault, and production and distribution of indecent images, causing profound harm.

Pleaded guilty in January 2022. Judge described her actions as 'shockingly depraved'. Organised and participated in systematic sexual abuse with two co-defendants.

1 Jan 0001

Warren Childs

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Warren Childs, a 45-year-old taxi driver from Yew Tree Lane, West Derby, was arrested in Liverpool city centre holding thousands of pounds of cocaine between his legs. Having amassed debts of around £30,000 after leaving the merchant navy and spending over £4,000 to repair his Mercedes, he set up his own drug dealing operation. He admitted possession of cocaine with intent to supply and possession of cannabis.

Admitted possession of cocaine with intent to supply and possession of cannabis. The judge remarked: 'You have led a useful and productive life. It is sad for me to have to sentence someone like you, but what you have done is really serious.'

1 Jan 0001

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

Tom Neblett

Violent disorder *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Tom Neblett, 20, was involved in disorder in Southport following a vigil for three girls killed in a fatal knife attack. He climbed onto a van and repeatedly launched missiles at police officers, throwing a brick at the passenger side window of a police carrier while the driver was still inside before colleagues in riot gear removed him.

Climbed onto a van and repeatedly launched missiles at police officers, including throwing a brick at the passenger side window of a police carrier.

1 Jan 0001

Thomas Harrison

Arranging or facilitating the commission of a child sex offence *

Sentence

two years in prison

Thomas Harrison, a 31-year-old nurse from Streatham Avenue, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, plotted for a four-month-old baby to be brought to his home so he could watch it being sexually abused. He engaged in online conversations starting 23 July 2020 on Grindr, moving to Wickr, with an undercover police officer posing as the baby's father. Harrison stated he would choose the baby for sexual activity and agreed to meet. On 27 July 2020, the officer arrived at Harrison's home where he reiterated his intent, leading to his arrest by Merseyside Police and the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit.

Admitted the charge. Put on the Sex Offenders Register for ten years.

1 Jan 0001

Thomas Porterfield

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Thomas Porterfield was an inmate at HMP Liverpool who participated with Helen Spree and others in the conspiracy to smuggle cannabis and prohibited items, including mobile phones, into the prison.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cannabis and convey prohibited items into prison.

1 Jan 0001

Tayeb Battaher

Engaging in sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

5 years 6 months imprisonment

Tayeb Battaher, also known as Amine Berhe, and Bilal Azzi approached a missing teenage girl pretending concern, but plied her with drink and drugs before sexually abusing her. She was found by police after two women on a hen do recognised her from a missing persons appeal in a takeaway. Battaher was convicted of engaging in sexual activity with a child at Liverpool Crown Court and sentenced to five-and-a-half years' imprisonment.

Convicted of engaging in sexual activity with a child. Plied missing teenage girl with drink and drugs. Judge emphasised victim's terror. Battaher put his head in his hands during the hearing.

1 Jan 0001

Tadas Trakselis

Rape *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment with an extended 3 years on licence

Tadas Trakselis strangled a sex worker unconscious then raped her and stole the £30 he had paid her in bushes in Newsham Park, Anfield, Liverpool, on August 22, 2020. He punched and beat her after failing to get an erection, then mocked her as he left. The victim suffered multiple injuries consistent with strangulation and beating. DNA evidence identified him.

Pleaded guilty to rape, assault causing actual bodily harm and theft. Prior convictions for theft in UK and assault in Lithuania. Ordered to sign on the Sex Offenders Register for life.

1 Jan 0001

Stuart Mcneil

Distributing indecent images of children *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment with an extended year on licence

Stuart McNeil engaged in depraved online chats on Kik Messenger about sexually abusing babies, describing a baby as a 'f*** toy'. He shared Category A videos of child rape, including a two-year-old being raped and others aged 12 months to 11 years. His collection included 368 Category A images (56 videos), 329 Category B (15 videos), 604 Category C (13 videos), two extreme porn files, and seven prohibited images. Conversations from July 2019 involved fantasies of abusing an undercover officer's supposed newborn, discussions of meeting to abuse the child, and sharing horrific images described as among the worst seen by an officer.

Admitted three counts of downloading, one count of possessing and three counts of distributing indecent images, plus possessing prohibited images of children and extreme pornography. Also admitted two counts of intentionally encouraging an offence and two counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity. Must serve at least half of the term behind bars. Sexual Harm Prevention Order for six years and sign on the Sex Offenders Register for life.

1 Jan 0001

Sumair Iqbal

Fraudulently Evading Value Added Tax *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Sumair Iqbal, 35, from Everton in Liverpool and director of Pulsive Security Solutions and Correx Consultants, cheated HMRC out of around £124,000 by massively under-declaring the turnover of his two security firms between June 2012 and May 2017. He reported £249,292 turnover but it was four times higher. He joined the Flat Rate Scheme but paid only £29,915 in tax. He employed accountants who later terminated dealings due to his failure to provide information correctly.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of Fraudulently Evading Value Added Tax in November 2019. Disqualified from being a company director for five years. Claimed he was threatened and suffered mental health problems due to business pressure.

1 Jan 0001

Scott Ball

Sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Scott Ball, then 25, met a 15-year-old girl via Facebook, knowing her age and that she was still at school. Despite her mother discovering their conversations and warning him, the girl contacted him on February 3, 2015, using a friend's phone. They met, and he had sexual relations with her in a car park near flats he claimed to own on Langton Road, Wavertree, Liverpool. The crime came to light via audio from his Merseyrail bodycam and a conversation with a former partner. He was arrested after the mother reported it.

Initially denied two charges of sexual activity with a child and meeting a child following sexual grooming, but admitted the more serious charge after the girl's evidence was played to the jury; the others were dropped. Ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register for life. Five-year restraining order imposed. No previous convictions.

1 Jan 0001

Shabir Ahmed

Child sexual exploitation *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment

Shabir Ahmed was a key figure in the Rochdale child sex exploitation case. He and eight other men were convicted in May 2012 at Liverpool Crown Court for a series of sexual offences against vulnerable girls as young as 13. The group targeted victims in Heywood, Rochdale, using two takeaway restaurants as bases. Ahmed was found guilty of two counts of rape, aiding and abetting rape, sexual assault, and trafficking for sexual exploitation.

Convicted of two counts of rape, aiding and abetting rape, sexual assault, and trafficking for child sexual exploitation. Part of the Rochdale grooming gang.

1 Jan 0001

Shahid Adnan

Cheating *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Shahid Adnan, 42, an Amazon driver, secretly ran a cheating company from his home on Merseyside. He helped university students cheat on exams and coursework by logging into their accounts to complete online assessments. A police investigation began in 2023 when a student accidentally handed a USB containing Adnan's databases to a lecturer. Adnan made up to £2.4 million from the scheme.

Pleaded guilty to a number of charges at Liverpool Crown Court. He ran a company called Study Sharp Ltd, which received payments from students at Liverpool John Moores University and other UK universities. One student paid £14,000 for his services.

1 Jan 0001

Shakur Valentino

Attempted rape *

Sentence

5.5 years imprisonment with extended 2 years licence

On December 9, 2018, in the early hours in St Helens, Shakur Valentino, then 21, met an 18-year-old victim and two friends on a night out. After initial consensual sex at the victim's dad's house, she refused more due to tiredness. He forced her onto her back, ignored protests, placed hand over her mouth to silence her, and attempted rape until a friend intervened. He took her knickers as a trophy, hidden in his boxer shorts.

Admitted attempted rape on the day pre-recorded evidence was due. Consecutive to existing 12-year term for rape. Judge noted taking trophies and lack of remorse.

1 Jan 0001

Shaleem Nazish

Making and distributing indecent images of children *

Sentence

two-and-a-half years imprisonment

Shaleem Nazish downloaded 6,471 indecent images of children, including 296 videos of children aged six months to 12 years being raped (936 category A, 1,123 category B, 4,412 category C, plus 28 prohibited images), between December 22, 2014, and June 19, 2020. Despite prior conviction and SHPO, he shared child rape videos and discussed sexually abusing children in group chats, including with an undercover officer, distributing 11 category A, 13 category B, and 162 category C images between April 30, 2020, and June 19, 2020. Police raided his home on March 28, 2019, seizing devices.

Admitted three counts of making indecent images of children, possessing prohibited images of children, and three counts of distributing indecent images of children. Previous 2016 conviction for similar matters resulted in a two-year sentence suspended for two years and a lifetime SHPO. Ordered to adhere to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for life and sign the Sex Offenders Register for life. Judge accepted genuine shame and guilt, noted medium risk of harm.

1 Jan 0001

Simon Dickinson

Making and distributing indecent images of children *

Sentence

two years and six months' imprisonment

Simon Dickinson, of Dwerryhouse Lane, West Derby, Liverpool, participated in the 'TeenTinyGirl' group chat on Kik Messenger where paedophiles shared videos and images of children being raped, commenting 'nice' and 'sexy'. He shared pictures of child sex abuse via Snapchat, leading police to trace his IP address and raid his home on November 24, 2020. Police found 58 images of child rape (including 8 videos), 266 other child sex abuse images (15 videos), with victims aged 6-10. He sent links to child rape videos to seven others and shared 75 child rape videos and 81 other child sex abuse videos.

Admitted three counts of making indecent images of children, possession of indecent images of children, possession of an extreme pornographic image, two counts of distributing indecent images of children and possession of indecent photographs of children for show. Placed on Sex Offenders Register for life and Sexual Harm Prevention Order for life. Two prior unrelated convictions for drugs and alcohol.

1 Jan 0001

Simon Fitzgerald

Causing a child to engage in sexual activity and witness intimidation *

Sentence

4 years 8 months imprisonment

Simon Fitzgerald, from Whitford Road, Birkenhead, sexually abused a teenage girl under 16. After his release from police custody, he escalated threats by shouting through her window, attempting to enter her home in the early hours, and leaving an empty petrol can outside as a warning after promising to 'burn her house'. The victim's mother discovered the petrol can in Bury, interpreting it as a direct threat. Fitzgerald initially denied the assault but pleaded guilty ahead of trial at Liverpool Crown Court.

Pleaded guilty ahead of trial to causing a child to engage in sexual activity and witness intimidation. Intimidated victim by threatening to burn her house down and leaving petrol cans as warnings.

1 Jan 0001

Simon Holt

Sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

6 years and 9 months' imprisonment

Simon Holt, of North Road, St Helens, Merseyside, repeatedly took advantage of a schoolgirl victim, engaging in sexual activity with her on multiple occasions, sometimes while both were drunk. On one occasion, he pinned her down, stated he was 'horny' and committed a sexual act despite her saying she was 'tired'. The crimes came to light when the victim's mother discovered her daughter was pregnant; a DNA test confirmed the child was Holt's.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of sexual activity with a child. Judge Gary Woodhall commented: 'You were the adult. You were supposed to know better.' Made subject of a restraining order and an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Must sign the Sex Offenders Register for life.

1 Jan 0001

Simon Rose

Misconduct in public office and attempting to pervert the course of justice *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Simon Rose, a 48-year-old Greater Manchester Police officer specially trained to handle rape and sexual assault allegations, engaged in a secret sexual relationship with a vulnerable woman he met in May 2012 while investigating her rape report. The relationship continued for several years, concealed from authorities. It only came to light in October 2019 when police searched her home for unrelated firearms and evidence of the relationship was discovered. Rose attempted to pervert the course of justice by asking colleagues to ignore incriminating findings. He was convicted after trial in January 2022 at Liverpool Crown Court.

Found guilty of misconduct in public office and attempting to pervert the course of justice. Judge David Swinnerton described Rose as a 'predatory' officer who exploited a vulnerable victim and damaged public trust in policing. Rose had asked colleagues to ignore incriminating evidence during a search.

1 Jan 0001

Simon Smith

Careless driving, failing to stop after an accident, failing to report an accident *

Sentence

4 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 200 hours unpaid work, 25 days rehabilitation activities, 3 month curfew, fined £225, disqualified from driving for 12 months

On 25 March 2016, Simon Smith struck a 16-year-old boy with his Vauxhall Corsa as he crossed Grange Road, West Kirby, throwing the boy into the air. Smith had drunk two pints but was under the drink‑drive limit. He glanced into a pub, taking his eyes off the road, and failed to stop after the collision. He abandoned his car, went to a pub with friends, and did not report the incident. The victim suffered serious brain injuries and was hospitalised until 22 June. Smith later told friends about the accident, and one reported it to police.

Admitted careless driving after being originally charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving; also admitted failing to stop and failing to report an accident. Had prior convictions for dishonesty, battery and harassment. Judge described his post-accident conduct as despicable and cowardly.

1 Jan 0001

Steff Jones

Sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Steff Jones from Marie Curie Avenue, Netherton, Bootle, Merseyside, had sexual activity with a 14-year-old school girl and possessed indecent images of another teenage girl. He was arrested on Friday, October 23, 2020, after one of the victims reported him to police.

Pleaded guilty to sexual activity with a child and possessing indecent images of another teenage girl. Issued with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

1 Jan 0001

Steven Boyle

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum of 33 years

Steven Boyle assisted Mark Fellows in the murder of John Kinsella on 5 May 2018. He drove a disguised car to a layby near the scene and used an encrypted mobile phone to alert Fellows when Kinsella emerged walking his dogs. Boyle was found to have disposed of the murder weapon afterwards. The judge said he was part of the planned assassination and showed no emotion upon sentencing.

Found guilty of the murder of John Kinsella. Cleared of involvement in the murder of Paul Massey. Not guilty of attempted murder of Wendy Owen. Boyle acted as a 'spotter' for Mark Fellows, alerting him when Kinsella came into view. The judge rejected arguments to distinguish him from the shooter.

1 Jan 0001

Steven Branscombe

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment

Murder of Wirral chef Marc Clarke.

Former squaddie.

1 Jan 0001

Stephen Rafferty

Rape of a child *

Sentence

20 years imprisonment with an extended five years on licence

Stephen Rafferty, of Russell Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, committed a catalogue of sexual abuse against three children under 14, forcing them to pose for semi-naked pictures. Offences included nine counts of rape of a child, two counts of assault by penetration of a child, two counts of taking indecent photographs of a child, and six admitted counts of sexual assault. He used grooming, threats, and violence, such as punching one victim after she bit him and calling her 'Satan's child'. Victims suffered serious psychological harm, self-harm, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Convicted by jury of 13 sexual offences including nine counts of rape of a child; admitted six counts of sexual assault against the victims. Judge ruled him a dangerous offender. Subject to Sexual Harm Prevention Order for life and must sign Sex Offenders Register indefinitely. Has mental health difficulties including Autism Spectrum Disorder, OCD and possibly Asperger's.

1 Jan 0001

Steven Walsh

Modern slavery *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Steven Walsh, originally from Knowsley and of no fixed address, committed a spate of offences including modern slavery and sexual assaults by preying on the vulnerable within the community.

Pleaded guilty to modern slavery, two counts of sexual assault, assault with intent to resist arrest and possession of prohibited items in prison.

1 Jan 0001

Steven Halton

Indecent assault and sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment

Steven Halton, a taxi driver from Merlewood Avenue, Southport, Merseyside, molested two young teenage girls in attacks around 25 years apart. He abused Girl A multiple times in the 1990s, touching her breasts, bottom and genitalia over clothing, forcibly kissing her, and committing sexual offences involving penetration, making her life a misery. He abused Girl B in the last decade, grooming her, kissing her sexually on four occasions, trying to undo her bra and unzip her jeans, and touching her upper leg and groin area over clothing during a taxi ride. Victims suffered significant lifelong effects including trauma, counselling needs, low self-esteem, and suicidal thoughts.

Found guilty of 10 counts of indecent assault against Girl A and four counts of sexual activity with a child against Girl B after trial. Ordered to sign on the Sex Offenders Register for life, comply with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and a restraining order indefinitely. Maintains innocence. Previous convictions for dishonesty.

1 Jan 0001

Steven Finall

Making indecent images of children *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years

Steven Finall, a 45-year-old chef from Warrington, was discovered with 190 indecent images of children on his electronic devices after police executed a search warrant at his home on 13 January. The images included severe category A material, such as one depicting the rape of a two-year-old child. He also possessed cocaine. Most of the images were in cache files, indicating they had been deleted. He pleaded guilty to all charges and was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children, one count of possessing indecent images of children, and one count of possession of cocaine. No previous convictions, good prospects of rehabilitation. Judge Recorder Mark Ainsworth remarked that behind each image is a child being abused.

1 Jan 0001

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