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Liverpool Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 592 verdicts at Liverpool Crown Court (Liverpool). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Liverpool Crown Court
November 2025 14 cases
Jack Sargent
Possession with intent to supply cocaine *
Sentence
30 months imprisonment
Jack Sargent's home on Grizedale, Widnes, was raided by Merseyside Police on March 29, 2024, in relation to an unrelated matter, where a large amount of cocaine and cannabis was found. He was released under investigation. On July 30, 2024, Cheshire Constabulary re-attended the address after intelligence from customs at Stansted Airport about a parcel from California addressed to Sargent containing 1kg of cannabis. Additional cannabis, cash, and mobile phones were seized, with phones showing evidence of drug dealing. The total value of drugs recovered was between £102,730 and £133,595.
Entered guilty pleas to all offences. Prior denial of involvement but overwhelming evidence led to pleas. Judge's comments not specified.
6 Nov 2025
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Gary Gibbins
Indecent assault and gross indecency with a child *
Sentence
3 years imprisonment
Gary Gibbins, then aged 15, subjected a primary school aged boy to a campaign of sexual abuse during the 1970s in Widnes. The abuse began with Gibbins telling the victim he wanted to 'practice kissing' and instructing him to keep it as 'their little secret'. It progressed to the victim performing a series of sex acts on Gibbins on around 10 occasions. The victim reported the abuse to police in 2022. Gibbins, now 62 and living in Trentham Close, Widnes, had no further offences in the intervening years and qualified as a social worker, fostering four children.
Admitted six counts of indecent assault and two counts of gross indecency with a child. Judge Anil Murray noted the long time elapsed since the offences, the defendant's change in life, no repetition of behaviour, difficult upbringing, genuine remorse, and positive references including being a devoted father. Ordered to sign the sex offenders' register for life. Marriage ended and attempted suicide as a result.
6 Nov 2025
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Bryan Southern
Attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm with intent *
Sentence
30 months imprisonment and disqualified from driving for 3 years and 3 months
Bryan Southern, aged 55, of Chiltern Road in St Helens, arranged to meet Andrew Sanders in the car park beside the Taco Bell drive-thru in Kirkby at around 12.30pm on July 20, 2025, to resolve amicably an issue of his son being bullied by Sanders' sons. The meeting escalated into a fist fight where Southern was knocked unconscious. He then got into his car and drove at speed at Sanders, knocking him down and nearly pinning him under the front wheel. The car crashed into a lamppost, stopping it. Southern reversed and attempted a second go. He fled the scene, leading police on a chase at 50mph in a 30mph zone through two red lights. Sanders sustained abrasions to his legs. CCTV captured the incident.
Admitted attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm with intent and dangerous driving. Judge noted provocation due to son's bullying but highlighted deliberate use of car as a weapon. Prior convictions but 18 years of good character prior. Remorse shown.
6 Nov 2025
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Laura Wood
Supply of heroin and cocaine *
Sentence
31 months imprisonment
Laura Wood, 34, operated a phone used to advertise and facilitate the supply of heroin and cocaine in the Newton-le-Willows area. Police executed a search warrant at her home on Stephenson Road in September, arresting her and discovering a Motorola mobile with the relevant SIM card, digital scales, plastic sandwich bags, adulterant substances, and small quantities of cocaine and cannabis. In interview, she initially denied using the phone but became hostile when confronted with prior contact from the Probation Service on the same number. Her offending was to fund her own class A drug addiction, with no influence on higher levels of supply. She has a history of drug misuse from age 11 and experienced trauma and violence in relationships.
Admitted being concerned in the supply of heroin and cocaine and possession of cocaine and cannabis. Pleaded guilty. Judge noted her drug addiction, trauma, and productive time in custody. Prior conviction for production of cannabis in 2015.
5 Nov 2025
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David Johnson
Possession of a firearm when prohibited and possession of indecent images of children *
Sentence
24-month imprisonment suspended for two years, £1,000 fine
Police executed a search warrant at David Johnson's home on Mill Lane in Wavertree on May 28, 2024, while investigating him for sexual offences. They seized three mobile phones and two storage cards containing 1,528 indecent images of children, including 858 category A videos and 251 photographs showing serious abuse against girls as young as four, 412 category B films and 206 pictures, and 262 category C movies and 129 images. Additionally, five extreme pornographic images involving sex acts with animals were found. Officers also discovered 13 antique firearms (nine muskets, three pistols, one revolver) in his living room and bedroom, which he was prohibited from possessing due to a prior 1997 conviction for knifepoint rape, for which he was jailed for seven years.
Admitted to 13 counts of possession of a firearm when prohibited, possession of indecent images of children, three charges of making indecent images and possession of extreme pornographic images. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation activity requirement of up to 20 days, given a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and required to sign the sex offenders' register for 10 years.
5 Nov 2025
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Jemal Estridge
Conspiracy to supply class A drugs and conspiracy to possess firearms *
Sentence
18 years imprisonment
Jemal Estridge, operating under the pseudonym 'Ruthless Hawk' on EncroChat, conspired to supply 44kg of heroin and 45kg of cocaine with a potential resale value of £2.33 million, and was involved in confirmed sales of 25kg of heroin and 14kg of cocaine, plus discussions to supply 60 ounces of cannabis. He also conspired to supply firearms, including discussions about sourcing Glock pistols, pump action shotguns, and an automatic Glock referred to as a 'sprayer'. Activities occurred in 2020 during lockdown. Arrested on May 14, 2025, with £42,000 cash, designer goods, and three Rolex watches seized.
Admitted conspiracy to possess firearms for sale or transfer, conspiracy to supply heroin, cocaine and cannabis, and possession of criminal property. Previous conviction for six years in 2014 for conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Judge noted prior sentence did little to deter and highlighted the seriousness of the offences.
5 Nov 2025
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Joe Hankin
Supply of heroin and cocaine *
Sentence
56 months imprisonment
Joe Hankin, of Rishton Close in Everton, aged 29, controlled the 'Jonesy drug line' operating in the Kirkby area from early April 2025, using six phone numbers to advertise and supply heroin and cocaine. He was linked to five numbers via cell siting data from his personal phone and caught on CCTV buying a top-up card for the operation. Arrested on October 7, 2025, with a Nokia burner phone. The line completed 3,121 deals over six months, supplying 2.8kg of class A drugs worth £112,000 to £356,000. His involvement stemmed from personal tragedies including his grandmother's death in January 2024, loss of a baby in April 2024, and father's death in October 2024, leading to drug abuse and a £5,000 debt that forced him into dealing.
Admitted being concerned in the supply of heroin and cocaine. Previous conviction in 2017 for possession with intent to supply class A drugs. Criminal behaviour order for 5 years post-release banning ownership of more than one mobile phone and SIM card, requiring notification to police.
5 Nov 2025
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Murugesan Annamali
Attempted wounding with intent *
Sentence
40 months imprisonment
Murugesan Annamali, aged 52 and of no fixed address, travelled approximately 100 miles from Birmingham to Liverpool on September 4, 2025, armed with a knife with a 7cm blade, intending to attack his former boss, Thevanan Mahendran, owner of a convenience store on Green Lane in Tuebrook. Months earlier, Annamali had demanded money from Mahendran over the phone, threatening 'you'll see what I do'. Around 8.30pm, as Mahendran walked back to the store from his car, Annamali ran towards him wielding the knife and made thrusting motions. Mahendran screamed, pushed him away, and fell to the floor, sustaining a cut to his left knee and injuries to his arm and hip. Kebab shop staff from the adjacent premises intervened, restrained Annamali, and disarmed him, preventing more serious harm. CCTV captured the assault. Annamali made no comment during police interview. The attack was premeditated revenge, leaving Mahendran in pain and fearing further attacks on himself and his family, considering relocation.
Pleaded guilty to attempted wounding with intent and possession of a bladed article in a public place. Judge commended bravery of kebab shop staff who intervened. Defendant of good character prior to this offence, with deprived background and limited education. 10-year restraining order imposed.
4 Nov 2025
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Bradley Brady
Contempt of court *
Sentence
£250 fine
Bradley Brady, of Dignum Mead in Netherley, was summonsed for jury duty at Liverpool Crown Court. He deferred service multiple times citing financial struggles, his partner's pregnancy, an arm injury, and his baby being unwell. He failed to attend on October 6, 2025, without providing medical evidence, and did not respond to further contacts. Ordered to appear to show cause, he explained personal grief from finding his sister deceased in May 2025 and mental state issues, but admitted working as a joinery supervisor that day.
Found in contempt of court for failing to attend jury service. Fine to be paid at £50 per month; 14 days imprisonment in default. Judge noted personal circumstances including sister's death and arm injury, but held that fitness for work implies fitness for jury duty.
4 Nov 2025
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Liam Duffy
Conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine *
Sentence
8 years imprisonment
Liam Duffy served as a trusted lieutenant in Scott Howard and Anthony Nelson's 'Wong' and 'Won Chin' heroin and cocaine supply operation in the Rice Lane area, active from at least the end of 2022. He managed or controlled the graft phone and was detained on April 17, 2023, after discarding a black Nokia phone with the SIM card for the Wong Line while evading arrest.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine. Acted as lieutenant managing the graft phone for Howard and Nelson's drug lines. Has prior convictions for drug supply offences. Expressed remorse and plans to restart gardening business upon release.
1 Nov 2025
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Scott Howard
Conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine; conspiracy to possess a prohibited firearm *
Sentence
21 years and 2 months imprisonment
Scott Howard led the 'Rice Lane drug dealing fraternity' with Anthony Nelson, running the 'Wong' and 'Won Chin' heroin and cocaine supply lines from at least the end of 2022. He enlisted associates including Zac and Anthony Bosenquet for storage of a Skorpion submachine gun used in two shootings in April and May 2022, one injuring Beverley Tynan in the leg on Deverall Grove in Wavertree. DNA of associates Gary Bell and Stephen Moore was found on the gun recovered from a flat on Grey Road in Walton on March 2, 2023. Howard was arrested on April 19, 2023, near Rice Lane Recreation Ground with a converted Zoraki 917 handgun fitted with a silencer and a petrol cannister. He was also involved in smuggling cannabis, phones, and tobacco into HMP Liverpool via drones in 2021, valued at £236,000 to £312,000 over eight months.
Convicted of conspiracy to possess a prohibited firearm following trial; pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of a prohibited firearm, possession of ammunition without a certificate, conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine, and three charges of conspiracy to convey prohibited articles into a prison. Central role in drug dealing and firearm storage. Judge noted risks to families from drugs and firearms.
1 Nov 2025
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Stephen Moore
Conspiracy to possess a prohibited firearm *
Sentence
5 years imprisonment
Stephen Moore, a drug user associated with the 'Rice Lane drug dealing fraternity', had his DNA on a Skorpion submachine gun recovered from a flat on Grey Road in Walton on March 2, 2023. The gun was used in two shootings in April and May 2022, including one that injured Beverley Tynan in the leg on Deverall Grove in Wavertree. He was involved in the storage or movement of the firearm prior to its recovery.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess a prohibited firearm. DNA found on Skorpion submachine gun used in 2022 shootings. Long criminal history including drug supply; homeless at the time; now drug-free but faced difficulties in custody.
1 Nov 2025
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Terry Riley
Conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine *
Sentence
6 years imprisonment
Terry Riley worked as a lieutenant for Scott Howard and Anthony Nelson in their 'Wong' and 'Won Chin' heroin and cocaine supply lines in the Rice Lane area, active from at least the end of 2022. He was trusted to manage or control the graft phone as part of the street-level dealing operation.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine. Acted as lieutenant managing the graft phone. First adult custody; prior offences but none since 2017. Worked as a chef before relapse into crime after job loss.
1 Nov 2025
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Gary Bell
Conspiracy to possess a prohibited firearm *
Sentence
6 years imprisonment
Gary Bell, a drug user purchasing from the Wong Line, had his DNA on a Skorpion submachine gun recovered from a flat on Grey Road in Walton on March 2, 2023, controlled by Anthony Bosenquet. The gun was used in two shootings in April and May 2022, including shots fired at Jason Hughes' home on Beechwalk in Stoneycroft. He was involved in the storage or movement of the firearm, possibly taken to the address by a third party.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess a prohibited firearm. DNA found on Skorpion submachine gun. Long history of drug addiction and convictions; vulnerable at the time; lost partner while in custody; now drug-free.
1 Nov 2025
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October 2025 25 cases
Daniel Wolfe
Rape *
Sentence
life imprisonment with parole after 14 years
Daniel Wolfe, 40, carried out a devastating campaign of rape against two young girls over several months in north Sefton. He raped one victim more than 20 times, forcing her to perform for the camera and sometimes film herself. He also raped the younger victim on multiple occasions. Wolfe took several thousand images and videos of the victims, shared them with other paedophiles online, and plotted further abuse with two others via Telegram between July 18 and August 14, 2024. He was caught after confiding in an undercover police officer on a Reddit forum in late November 2024 about his interest in children aged three and over, with a preference for girls aged eight to 14. Devices seized on December 4, 2024, and May 29, 2025, revealed evidence of the abuses, extreme pornography, and self-deleting messages. The victims suffered profound psychological damage, with the older one becoming quiet and withdrawn, and the younger appearing upset and frightened.
Pleaded guilty to 35 offences including 28 counts of rape. Placed indefinitely on the sex offenders' register and subject to a sexual harm prevention order for life. Judge Simon Medland KC described the case as the most serious of its type he had encountered.
31 Oct 2025
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Abdullah Amiri
Inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent *
Sentence
4 years and 8 months imprisonment
On June 14, 2025, at around 11pm, Abdullah Amiri, aged 34, was in the communal kitchen of a house in multiple occupation on Hampden Road in Birkenhead, provided to individuals being processed through the immigration system. He became unnecessarily agitated when his flatmate Abdulnassirq Alyoudefi was innocently chatting with another resident while preparing food. Amiri told them to be quiet and threatened to 'make something wrong'. Without warning, he delivered a forceful punch to the left side of Alyoudefi's face, knocking him unconscious and causing permanent loss of vision in his left eye due to total retinal detachment. A second punch may have been delivered while clutching a lighter, though not conclusively established as a weapon. Amiri showed no remorse, stating he didn't care if sent to prison, and was uncooperative throughout proceedings.
Pleaded guilty to inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent. No previous convictions. Refused to attend sentencing hearing. Expressed no remorse.
31 Oct 2025
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Leon Burgess
Robbery *
Sentence
32 months imprisonment
Leon Burgess, 23, of no fixed address, drank and played pool with victim John McKeon in a pub in Earlestown, St Helens on October 21, 2024. After leaving together for Earlestown Station, Burgess attacked McKeon with force on a railway bridge, causing him to bleed from the head and lose a false tooth. Burgess stole McKeon's wallet and fled to a nearby Tesco store, where he was banned due to prior thefts and assaults on staff. He used the victim's bank card to buy £24 worth of alcohol. Burgess was identified by store staff and CCTV. The attack was captured partially on CCTV, though obscured.
Admitted robbery and fraud. Concurrent with current prison term. Recorder Patrick Cowan noted the defendant's difficult childhood, homelessness, drinking problem, and prior convictions, including breach of suspended sentence. Defendant expressed regret and desire to become an honourable citizen.
30 Oct 2025
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Joseph Cox
Being concerned in the supply of class A drugs (cocaine) *
Sentence
more than five years imprisonment
Joseph Cox, from Widnes, operated a drugs line under the name 'Kenty', advertising cocaine for sale in the Widnes area via mobile phones. Messages were sent throughout July, August, and September. On September 30, 2025, officers raided his home on Peel House Lane, finding drugs packaging, paraphernalia, and mobile phones linked to the supply of illegal drugs.
Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A drugs (cocaine). Identified as a controller and street dealer for a drugs line.
29 Oct 2025
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Paul Camps
Attempted sexual communications with a child *
Sentence
1 year imprisonment
Paul Camps, aged 57, of Window Lane in Garston, contacted a decoy profile posing as a 14-year-old girl on Facebook on July 16, 2025. He initiated conversation with 'cute lady' and, after learning her age, initially said 'Sorry, too young' but soon sent graphic sexual messages, asking for sexualised photographs and suggesting meeting for sexual activity. Communications persisted until July 22, 2025. He was arrested on July 27, 2025, after a paedophile hunter group, Angels of Innocence, reported him. This was an attempted offence as the decoy was an adult. Camps has a history of sexual offences, including rape in 2006 for which he received a life sentence.
Admitted one count of attempted sexual communications with a child. Indefinite sexual harm prevention order imposed. Judge noted persistent conduct over four days and prior convictions for sexual offences including rape as aggravating factors. Released on licence in 2020 after life sentence in 2006.
28 Oct 2025
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Jordan Smith
Controlling and coercive behaviour *
Sentence
4 years imprisonment
Jordan Smith, 29, from Fazakerley, subjected his partner to a four-year campaign of physical and emotional abuse, including repeated assaults that left her with broken ribs and permanent facial scarring, isolating her from family and friends, and controlling her access to money and a mobile phone. The victim reported the abuse to police in April 2025 after years of suffering in silence.
Pleaded guilty to five counts of controlling and coercive behaviour, actual bodily harm, two counts of intentional strangulation, and harassment. Also handed a 10-year restraining order preventing contact with the victim.
27 Oct 2025
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Paul Farrelly
Possession of Class B controlled drugs with intent to supply *
Sentence
5 years and 4 months imprisonment
On September 16, 2025, Paul Farrelly was stopped by police on the East Lancashire Road while driving a Volkswagen Crafter van. Officers discovered 22 sacks of ketamine hidden in the van, plus an additional 13kg concealed within a fake stack of kitchen countertops, totaling 875kg of the Class B drug valued between £8.75m and £17.5m. He tested positive for cocaine and was acting nervously during the stop.
Pleaded guilty to possession of Class B controlled drugs with intent to supply. Cocaine addiction and drug debt exploited by others. Five prior convictions for 25 offences. Sentenced above guidelines due to inferred main role in operation.
23 Oct 2025
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Harry Mason
Dangerous driving and perverting the course of justice *
Sentence
14 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days, 4-month curfew (8pm to 6am), 18-month driving disqualification
On February 1, 2025, at around 3.45am, Harry Mason, 30, of The Mallards, Southport, was driving a silver Mercedes on Roe Lane, Southport, when a police officer noticed it crashing into the kerb and signalled for it to pull over. Mason sped away, leading a high-speed chase exceeding 90mph through residential areas with a 30mph limit, including lifting off the ground over a hill at Norwood Avenue. He continued onto Manchester Road and Alexandra Road without slowing, lost sight of police on Albany Road, then drove onto the Promenade, crashed into a 120-year-old Grade II-listed Victorian bandstand (causing £90,000 damage), and plunged into the Marine Lake. Mason falsely reported the car stolen to police, claiming his phone, keys, and money were also taken, but confessed after his girlfriend challenged him upon recognising the submerged vehicle from social media. He was arrested and admitted responsibility.
Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving and perverting the course of justice. No previous convictions. Mitigating factors include recent redundancy, family pressures, and poor mental health history. Judge noted significant damage but did not order compensation, leaving it to local authority.
21 Oct 2025
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Terry Blackmore
Sexual assault of a girl under 13 *
Sentence
5 years and 4 months imprisonment
Terry Blackmore repeatedly assaulted his victim, a young girl, over a 12-month period, including sexual abuse and taking indecent photos. The 78-year-old, of no fixed abode in the Warrington area, was sentenced following his guilty plea.
Pleaded guilty to taking indecent photographs, possession of indecent photographs, four counts of assault of a girl under 13 by touching, and assault of a girl under 13 by touching under clothing. Also handed an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and ordered to sign the sex offenders register for life.
20 Oct 2025
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Robert Lee
Theft of a motor vehicle *
Sentence
22 months imprisonment
On June 14, 2023, Robert Lee and an accomplice broke into a property in Widnes, stealing a Ford Focus and its keys, a red Mercedes Coupe, and a Tag Heuer watch worth £1,200. The Ford Focus was found abandoned after a police pursuit, containing a cap with Lee's DNA. CCTV showed two men approaching the home on the night of the burglary. The Mercedes was later found abandoned in Wavertree Avenue, Widnes.
Pleaded guilty to theft of a motor vehicle. DNA from cap linked him to the crime. Gave no comment interview. Arrested on August 23, 2023.
20 Oct 2025
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Joshua Clark
Burglary and theft of a motor vehicle *
Sentence
15 months in a young offenders’ institution
On June 14, 2023, Joshua Clark and an accomplice broke into a property in Widnes, stealing a Ford Focus and its keys, a red Mercedes Coupe, and a Tag Heuer watch worth £1,200. The Ford Focus was found abandoned after a police pursuit, containing a vape with Clark's DNA. CCTV showed two men approaching the home on the night of the burglary.
Admitted burglary and theft of a motor vehicle. DNA from vape linked him to the crime. Gave no comment interview.
20 Oct 2025
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Saleem Yousaf
Fraud by abuse of position *
Sentence
2 years 4 months imprisonment
Saleem Yousaf, 54, a manager of IT, infrastructure, and cybersecurity at the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) based at the Royal Liver Building in Liverpool, abused his trusted position to orchestrate a fraud between October 2014 and August 2018. He recruited his brother-in-law Mumar Alam and neighbour Simon Aspinall to submit fraudulent invoices for non-existent work, ensuring payments in exchange for free goods, services, and cash. Yousaf personally obtained £50,605.18 from the scheme, which provides pensions to 528,000 UK members.
Pleaded guilty to four counts of fraud by abuse of position at the last minute. No previous convictions. Mitigating factors include family responsibilities and remorse.
17 Oct 2025
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Mumar Alam
Fraud by false representation *
Sentence
14 weeks imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 200 hours unpaid work
Mumar Alam, 52, of Herons Court in Gilesgate, Durham, and director of Vertical Technologies Ltd, was recruited by his brother-in-law Saleem Yousaf to submit fraudulent invoices to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) over six months between 2014 and 2018. While some legitimate work was carried out, false invoices were arranged for services not provided, resulting in Alam obtaining £14,846.40. The plot involved Yousaf ensuring payments from USS headquarters in the Royal Liver Building, Liverpool.
Pleaded guilty to three counts of fraud by false representation at the last minute. No previous convictions. Expressed shame and remorse, low risk of reoffending.
17 Oct 2025
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Nicholas Ackroyd
Assault by penetration and sexual assault *
Sentence
6 years imprisonment
Nicholas Ackroyd, 54, of Curlender Close in Bidston, subjected a vulnerable woman to a serious sexual assault in her own flat in Wirral in 2023. He took advantage of her vulnerability, committing assault by penetration and two counts of sexual assault. Ackroyd denied the offences, claiming the victim instigated the contact, but was convicted by a jury after hearing the evidence. He absconded on the first day of the trial in April, which delayed the proceedings for six months.
Found guilty by a jury of assault by penetration and two counts of sexual assault. Placed on the Sexual Offenders Register for life. 10-year restraining order prohibiting contact with the victim. Absconded on the first day of the trial in April, delaying proceedings for six months; this was taken into account during sentencing.
17 Oct 2025
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James Roberts
Supply of class A and B drugs *
Sentence
34 months imprisonment
James Roberts, aged 29, was arrested on September 18, 2025, on Warrington Road, Widnes, on suspicion of criminal damage to a nearby vehicle. Prior to arrest, he dumped a burner-style mobile phone, which contained messages linking him to the supply of cocaine and cannabis in the Widnes area as part of an ongoing drugs investigation. A raid at his home uncovered cocaine, cash, a machete, and additional mobile phones connected to illegal drug supply.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs (cocaine and cannabis), possession of criminal property, and criminal damage. Identified as a controller and street dealer for a drugs line.
17 Oct 2025
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Habibul Haque
Rape *
Sentence
18 years imprisonment
Habibul Haque, 44, subjected a woman in her 20s in St Helens to a prolonged and appalling campaign of abuse over a number of years, including four counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and controlling and coercive behaviour. The offences were first reported to police in March 2025, leading to a complex investigation and conviction following a trial earlier in October 2025.
Found guilty after trial. Placed on the Sex Offender’s Register for life and given an indefinite restraining order.
17 Oct 2025
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Michael Ormandy
Murder *
Sentence
life imprisonment with a minimum of 24 years
Michael Ormandy, 34, a former cage fighter and boxer with a 'The Hitman' tattoo on his neck, went unannounced to his girlfriend Rebekah Campbell's flat in Knowsley Heights, Huyton, Liverpool on April 15, 2025. While she was on the phone with a friend, he stabbed her 27 times, including 18 stab wounds that pierced her left lung and heart. She shouted 'get out Mick' during the struggle, and he fled less than two minutes later. Ms Campbell collapsed outside, informed neighbours and police of his responsibility, and died from her injuries in the early hours of April 16, 2025. Ormandy had a history of violence, including accusing an ex-partner of cheating and attacking his mother.
Denied the charge but was found guilty of murder. Shouted 'little tramp' and 'little rat' as he was led to the cells. Has 31 previous offences including violence. Judge noted jealousy, desire to control, and uncontrolled rage as motives.
16 Oct 2025
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James Kenny
Assault and criminal damage *
Sentence
2 years and 2 months imprisonment
On April 10, 2025, James Kenny, aged 35 from Brick Street, Warrington, entered the woman's home using keys he had taken. He accused her of speaking to other men, assaulted her repeatedly during a struggle over her phone, and caused criminal damage by smashing plates, cups, and throwing items from cupboards. The woman had known Kenny for only three weeks and was left fearing for her life.
Pleaded guilty to assault and criminal damage. Found not guilty of intentional strangulation. Jealous behaviour spilled over into violence.
16 Oct 2025
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Phillip Colbourne
Obstructing the railway *
Sentence
4 months and 15 days' imprisonment and £154 fine
On August 18, 2025, Phillip Colbourne, 49, of Coronation Drive, Great Crosby, walked a mile along the railway tracks from Southport railway station to Birkdale railway station, obstructing the line and causing significant disruption. British Transport Police were alerted to a person on the tracks, cut power to the line, and conducted a search. Colbourne was arrested on suspicion of obstructing the railway.
Pleaded guilty to obstructing the railway. Actions caused seven train cancellations, 10 part-cancellations, and 474 minutes of passenger delays.
14 Oct 2025
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Valerie Marshall
Ill treatment of a person by a care worker *
Sentence
six-month jail term, suspended for 12 months
On 9 February 2024, at Wavertree Nursing Home in Pigue Lane, Liverpool, Valerie Marshall, a care worker, along with other staff, ill-treated an 85-year-old woman with dementia. They taunted her, poked her, threw incontinence pads at her, placed pads on her head, and shoved themselves against her while laughing. The resident was distressed but did not understand what was happening. The incident was captured on CCTV in the dining room and came to the attention of the manager, leading to suspension, internal investigation, and police involvement.
Pleaded not guilty but found guilty after trial. Must complete 15 days of rehabilitation activity.
10 Oct 2025
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William Vasey
Ill treatment of a person by a care worker *
Sentence
12-month jail term, suspended for 18 months
On 9 February 2024, at Wavertree Nursing Home in Pigue Lane, Liverpool, William Vasey, the senior nurse on duty, along with other staff, ill-treated an 85-year-old woman with dementia. They taunted her, poked her, threw incontinence pads at her, placed pads on her head, and shoved themselves against her while laughing. The resident was distressed but did not understand what was happening. The incident was captured on CCTV in the dining room and came to the attention of the manager, leading to suspension, internal investigation, and police involvement.
Pleaded not guilty but found guilty after trial. Must complete 10 days of rehabilitation activity and 180 hours of unpaid work.
10 Oct 2025
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Adele Mcilhatton
Ill treatment of a person by a care worker *
Sentence
six-month jail term, suspended for 12 months
On 9 February 2024, at Wavertree Nursing Home in Pigue Lane, Liverpool, Adele McIlhatton, a care worker, along with other staff, ill-treated an 85-year-old woman with dementia. They taunted her, poked her, threw incontinence pads at her, placed pads on her head, and shoved themselves against her while laughing. The resident was distressed but did not understand what was happening. The incident was captured on CCTV in the dining room and came to the attention of the manager, leading to suspension, internal investigation, and police involvement.
Pleaded not guilty but found guilty after trial. Must complete 10 days of rehabilitation activity and 140 hours of unpaid work.
10 Oct 2025
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Josh Ireland
Ill treatment of a person by a care worker *
Sentence
12-month community order
On 9 February 2024, at Wavertree Nursing Home in Pigue Lane, Liverpool, Josh Ireland, a care worker, along with other staff, ill-treated an 85-year-old woman with dementia. They taunted her, poked her, threw incontinence pads at her, placed pads on her head, and shoved themselves against her while laughing. The resident was distressed but did not understand what was happening. The incident was captured on CCTV in the dining room and came to the attention of the manager, leading to suspension, internal investigation, and police involvement.
Pleaded guilty at an early hearing. Must complete 20 days of rehabilitation activity and 150 hours of unpaid work.
10 Oct 2025
cps.gov.uk
Marcin Laskowski
Rape *
Sentence
14 years imprisonment
Marcin Laskowski encountered a 14-year-old vulnerable girl by chance in Southport town centre and offered her a place to stay. The schoolgirl trusted him and went to his flat, where he sexually assaulted and raped her despite her pleas to stop, leaving her scared and frightened.
Six years extended licence thereafter.
7 Oct 2025
lancs.live
Emily Williams
Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *
Sentence
9 months imprisonment
Emily Williams, who had been indefinitely banned from John Lewis for prior shoplifting, entered the store on June 5, 2025, and stole four scented candles worth £240. When challenged by a security guard, she refused to return the items, engaged in a physical struggle, bit the guard on the hand causing bruising, shouted that she had HIV, and fled the scene. She was arrested on June 14, 2025, and the incident was captured on CCTV with horrified shoppers witnessing the event.
Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, theft and breaching court bail. Has a history of 18 previous convictions, including 14 for theft and three for assault. Judge noted her difficult background, drug addiction, and lack of cooperation with the Probation Service, but expressed hope for her rehabilitation.
1 Oct 2025
chroniclelive.co.uk
September 2025 11 cases
Mehmet Tufan
Manslaughter *
Sentence
six-and-a-half years imprisonment
On April 13, 2018, Mehmet Tufan, then 23 years old, was left alone with his five-week-old son, Leo Williams, at their home in Kirkby. Frustrated and jealous about his partner's night out, he shook the baby with considerable force and threw him onto the bed, causing catastrophic brain injuries, including extensive brain damage, blood in the spinal cord, and retinal haemorrhages. This led to Leo's permanent disabilities, such as blindness and neurological impairment, and his eventual death on December 15, 2022, at age four. Tufan initially lied about the cause but later confessed.
Pled guilty to manslaughter; previously served two years for grievous bodily harm; judge noted jealousy and inexperience as factors; suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder and social isolation post-incident.
29 Sep 2025
chroniclelive.co.uk
Matthew Battenbough
Murder *
Sentence
Life imprisonment
Matthew Battenbough killed a 47-year-old woman named Leanne Williams by subjecting her to a prolonged, savage and merciless attack using a frying pan and scissors.
Subjected Leanne Williams to a prolonged, savage and merciless attack.
27 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk
Phillip Waugh
Conspiracy to transfer prohibited weapons and cause grievous bodily harm *
Sentence
26 years and eight months imprisonment
Phillip Waugh, an organised crime boss from Warrington, used the Encrochat network to import and supply illegal firearms to various crime groups in the UK from Spain between March and June 2020. He arranged for firearms, including pistols, assault rifles, and submachine guns, to be smuggled into the country and sold for significant profit, with one shipment alone generating over £215,000. Additionally, he conspired to arrange an acid attack on rival Nathan Simpson, offering £20,000 to an enforcer to blind Simpson and his girlfriend, and later specifying to stab him in the legs and rub acid on his face. Although the attack was planned over several days in April 2020, it was not carried out. Waugh was arrested in September 2024 in Spain and extradited to the UK.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to fraudulently evade the prohibition on the importation of prohibited weapons, conspiracy to transfer prohibited weapons, possessing a prohibited weapon, and conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm. Had a leading role in the criminal activities and was suffering from emotional regulation issues and PTSD at the time.
26 Sep 2025
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Philip Waugh
Conspiracy to transfer prohibited weapons and conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm *
Sentence
26 years and 8 months imprisonment with an extended licence of 5 years
Philip Waugh, an organised crime boss from Warrington, used the encrypted network Encrochat to supply illegal firearms to gangsters and arranged for an acid attack on rival Nathan Simpson. He offered £20,000 to Jonathan Gordon to blind Simpson and his girlfriend, instructing to stab him in the legs and rub acid on his face. Waugh managed the importation of at least 16 prohibited firearms from Spain between January 2019 and July 2020, which were linked to multiple shootings in Liverpool, including incidents on Wilburn Street, Reaper Close, and Carisbroke Road.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to fraudulently evade the prohibition on the importation of prohibited weapons, conspiracy to transfer prohibited weapons, possessing a prohibited weapon, and conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm. Mitigating factors included PTSD, ADHD, and history of trauma.
26 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk
Robert Brazendale
Conspiracy to transfer prohibited weapons and conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm *
Sentence
11 years and 4 months imprisonment with an extended licence of 4 years
Robert Brazendale acted as quartermaster for Philip Waugh, handling the transfer and supply of prohibited firearms in the UK. He was involved in the conspiracy to import and distribute weapons, including those used in shootings in Liverpool, and assisted in supplying acid for the planned acid attack on Nathan Simpson.
Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to transfer prohibited weapons, possessing a prohibited weapon, and conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm. Had already served 4 years of a previous 10-year sentence for gun sales and expressed remorse during rehabilitation.
26 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk
Taia Antonia Ryder
Assault by beating and assaulting police officers *
Sentence
Two months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months; £200 costs; 25 rehabilitation days; three-month alcohol abstinence requirement
On February 1, 2025, Taia Antonia Ryder, while intoxicated, assaulted a staff member at a music venue in Liverpool after he tried to assist her with a forehead injury. She punched him, became aggressive, threatened to kill him, bit a police officer on the arm, spat at another officer, urinated deliberately on an officer, and was abusive in hospital. She was arrested and taken to the police station.
Pleaded guilty to assault by beating and three counts of assaulting a police officer; breached a suspended sentence for being in charge of a dangerously out of control dog and smuggling class A drugs into prison; judge described offences as 'frankly distressing and disgusting'; expressed genuine remorse and had complex mental health issues.
25 Sep 2025
chroniclelive.co.uk
Anthony Mason
Assault causing grievous bodily harm *
Sentence
23 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, with a 12-month drug requirement order and a six-month curfew
Anthony Mason assaulted Wayne Scott inside Ruby Blues nightclub on Great Charlotte Street on May 7, 2022, striking him multiple times and causing severe head injuries that required hospitalisation for four days. Police discovered a cannabis farm at his property during his arrest in August 2022, seizing over half a kilogram of cannabis worth £5,000 to £8,000 and £4,840 in cash. In August 2023, further evidence of cannabis cultivation was found, including two plants. Additionally, in March 2024, he punched Robert Bowen outside the Filling Station takeaway on Victoria Street, causing a laceration that needed stitches.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of section 20 assault causing grievous bodily harm and two counts of production of cannabis. Has 56 prior convictions for offences including violence and drug-related crimes. Suffering from health issues such as a stroke and drug addiction.
25 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk
Ben Atherton
Assault *
Sentence
9 years imprisonment
Ben Atherton was involved in a fight at St Helen's McDonald's where police officers were assaulted and a police vehicle was damaged, leading to his arrest and subsequent sentencing.
He destroyed people's lives and now he's paying the price. A police vehicle was damaged during the arrest.
25 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk
Natasha Harwood
Concerned in the Supply of Class A and B Drugs *
Sentence
Two years imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, 10 rehabilitation days, and 150 hours unpaid work
Natasha Harwood, a 38-year-old from The Marion Way in Netherton, engaged in county lines drug dealing to settle her drug debts. On May 17, 2024, Merseyside Police seized items associated with drug supply from her home, including tick lists, zip-lock bags, and a mobile phone containing drug dealing messages, linked to the supply of class A and B drugs.
Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A (cocaine and heroin) and class B (cannabis) drugs. A single mother of two children with long-term drug problems, she was coerced into the role due to debts and fears of implicating others; she is the sole carer for her children aged 17 and 13.
23 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk
Megan Stephen
Possession with Intent to Supply Class A and B Drugs *
Sentence
Two years imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, 25 rehabilitation days, and 150 hours unpaid work
Megan Stephen, a 27-year-old from Alexander Fleming Avenue in Netherton, became involved in county lines drug dealing to pay off her own drug debts. On May 17, 2024, Merseyside Police seized 38.9g of heroin worth approximately £2,990 and a mobile phone with drug sale messages from her home. While on bail, on December 3, 2024, she was stopped in a black Vauxhall on Dunnings Bridge Road, where police found a 491g block of cannabis resin valued at over £2,400 under the passenger seat, amid a strong smell of cannabis.
Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A (cocaine and heroin) and class B (cannabis) drugs. Had significant life events, mental health problems, and a history of drug dependency; now drug-free and was under pressure to pay off debts.
23 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk
Christian Adamson
Stalking *
Sentence
2 years imprisonment
Christian Adamson met a woman online in 2022 under a false name, exchanged intimate images with her, and later threatened to share them after their relationship ended in early 2024. He bombarded her with unwanted messages, emails, and calls, and contacted her teenage daughter, telling her she would be better off dead and expressing inappropriate feelings. He also targeted two other women with similar threats to release private images and continued his harassment despite being arrested and bailed in April 2024. Police found multiple devices at his home that breached a 2015 sexual risk order, showing access to dating websites and other online platforms. His actions extended over several months, involving stalking and threats across social media and messaging apps.
Pleaded guilty to stalking, making threats to share or disclose private images, and multiple breaches of a sexual risk order. The defendant has autism and ADHD, which contributed to his fixation on online relationships and impulsive behaviour. He has a supportive father and a stable home.
23 Sep 2025
liverpoolecho.co.uk

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