Llandudno Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Explore 16 verdicts at Llandudno Magistrates' Court (Llandudno). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Matthew Ridyard

Burglary

July 16, 2025

Sentence: 6 months imprisonment

Matthew Ridyard and his co-defendant attempted to break into chalets at Pontins Prestatyn Sands holiday park on the evening of September 16, 2024. They fled on foot after being disturbed by an on-site security guard, leaving behind a bag containing bathroom mixer taps and a holdall with a torch and other items. Window frames had been completely removed from one of the chalet blocks. The pair returned to the site and were seen entering a silver vehicle, which was stopped by police, leading to their arrest.

Michael Brady

Burglary

July 16, 2025

Sentence: 20 weeks imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Michael Brady and his co-defendant attempted to break into chalets at Pontins Prestatyn Sands holiday park on the evening of September 16, 2024. They fled on foot after being disturbed by an on-site security guard, leaving behind a bag containing bathroom mixer taps and a holdall with a torch and other items. Window frames had been completely removed from one of the chalet blocks. The pair returned to the site and were seen entering a silver vehicle, which was stopped by police, leading to their arrest.

Joshua Atkinson

Breaching a community order

July 14, 2025

Sentence: £40 fine and £65 costs

Joshua Atkinson, aged 29, of 1 Henfaes, admitted failing to comply with the requirements of a community order made by Caernarfon Magistrates’ Court on 24 March by missing a planned appointment on 28 April.

Oliver Crossley

Burglary

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 12 months in prison

Oliver Crossley, 26, of Queen’s Park, Colwyn Bay, broke into a property on First Avenue, Rhos-on-Sea on June 28, 2025, stealing clothing and cigarettes. He was quickly arrested nearby after officers received a description of the suspects and later pleaded guilty to the charges. Additionally, he assaulted a police officer during his apprehension.

Pleaded guilty to burglary and possession of Class A and B drugs. Also arrested for assaulting a police officer during apprehension.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Ryan Davies

Burglary

July 16, 2024

Sentence: 10 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 12 months

Ryan Davies stole a money tin and loyalty cards from The Nevill pub on Vaughan Street via a fire escape on January 28, 2024. On November 5, 2024, he stole a bicycle from a bike rack at Llandudno railway station. When confronted by the owner, Paul Egan, the next day, Davies threatened him, punched him in the mouth, breaking his denture, and struck him twice in the chest. Additionally, on November 19, 2024, he kicked Simon Wallace, a British Transport Police constable.

Found guilty after trial for burglary, theft, assault, and assaulting an emergency worker. Had a previous conviction for burglary. Described as a vulnerable young man receiving benefits and help for difficulties. Ordered to pay £250 compensation to the victim.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

Christopher Smart

Failing to stop after a road accident

July 16, 2024

Sentence: 36 weeks imprisonment suspended for 18 months; £500 compensation; 20 days rehabilitation activity; banned from driving for two years

Christopher Smart, 41, of Penrhyn Isaf Road, was driving his Suzuki vehicle on Wellington Road on the evening of April 5 when he looked away from the road to retrieve his vape, causing his car to swerve onto the pavement, mount the kerb, and strike a boy who was walking home from the gym. Smart failed to stop at the scene and drove off at speed, leaving the boy covered in blood and in a state of terror. He was later located in an inebriated state in an Asda supermarket car park several hours later. The boy, who cannot be named, reported feeling emotionless at the time, fearing for his life, and has since experienced constant anxiety near roads.

Had no previous convictions, pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity, and was co-operative in his police interview. His solicitor stated he panicked but appreciates his wrongdoing and is capable of rehabilitation. The judge noted that he was 'incredibly lucky' and could have caused multiple deaths.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

Simon Petford

Burglary

June 16, 2024

Sentence: two weeks’ imprisonment and £124 in compensation

Simon Petford broke into the Town Fryer fish and chip shop on Wellington Road in Rhyl on June 14, where cash was allegedly stolen. Police were called to the scene, and he was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and burglary. He was charged and remanded for criminal damage, leading to his sentencing.

Recalled to prison because his licence was revoked. He was ordered to pay compensation following his appearance in court.

Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk

Amy Redfearn

Theft from a shop

June 4, 2024

Sentence: 12-month conditional discharge, £29.25 compensation, and £85 costs

Amy Redfearn stole beer and Prosecco from Heron Foods on High Street, Rhyl, on May 1. She admitted the offence and pleaded guilty at court, with the incident being part of a pattern of similar thefts.

Ann Railey

Assault

June 2, 2024

Sentence: 50 weeks imprisonment, suspended for 12 months

On March 5, police officers attended an abandoned building on Kinmel Street, Rhyl, following reports of drug use and found Ann Railey inside. She had just completed a drug deal and was to be detained for a drug search. Officers restrained her after finding a suspected needle on her person. Railey assaulted PC Thomas Rushton by launching at him and kicking out, striking PC Karina Harris with her leg. She also assaulted PCSO Jonathan Gibbons and attempted to bite an officer while threatening to do so. She was found in possession of a small snap bag containing amphetamine.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of assault by beating of an emergency worker, one count of common assault of an emergency worker, and possession of a class B drug. Judge noted her past record of offending and that the sentence would remain suspended if she does not offend. Ordered to pay £100 compensation to each assaulted officer and £85 in court costs.

Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk

Shazad Azam

Failing to provide a breath test

May 27, 2024

Sentence: 52 months driving disqualification, £270 fine, £650 costs, and £114 victim surcharge

On October 3, a member of the public reported Shazad Azam drinking alcohol while behind the wheel of his car in Colwyn Bay. Police stopped him shortly after on Foryd Road in Kinmel Bay. He failed to cooperate with the preliminary roadside breath test and later refused to provide a specimen in custody, leading to his arrest for failing to provide a breath test and racially aggravated public order.

Arrested after being reported for drinking while driving and refusing to provide a breath test. Also charged with racially aggravated public order.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

Debbie Cotton

Breaching a Restraining Order

May 7, 2024

Sentence: 12-month community order with 40 hours of unpaid work, £85 costs, and £114 statutory surcharge

Debbie Cotton breached a five-year restraining order by attempting to contact her former boyfriend, James Valentine, on social media. The order, issued on September 23, 2024, prohibited all direct or indirect contact. The breach occurred between December 2024 and January 2025, including sending a follow request on X (Twitter) and posting about him, despite being blocked. This followed the end of their relationship in July 2024, amid complaints of harassment that led to the order.

Pleaded guilty to breaching a restraining order. Had three previous convictions and completed prior unpaid work satisfactorily, with positive feedback from probation services.

Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk

Michael Martin

Theft

February 17, 2024

Sentence: 42 weeks imprisonment

Michael Martin committed multiple offences in Llandudno, including five counts of theft from shops (such as stealing meat and electric razors from Marks & Spencer and Boots on dates including January 3, 6, 8, and 10, 2024), three counts of threatening behaviour, racially or religiously aggravated harassment, common assault on an emergency worker (PC Williams), being drunk and disorderly in public places (e.g., urinating in view of the public at The Carlton on November 12, 2023, and abusive behaviour at The Palladium on December 6, 2023), criminal damage to a police vehicle, and failing to surrender to bail on December 18, 2023, after being bailed on December 16, 2023.

Pleaded guilty to 13 offences. Has a significant alcohol problem and little recollection due to intoxication. Acknowledges being a drain on police resources. A three-year criminal behaviour order was issued, including activation of a previously suspended 26-week sentence and an additional 16-week sentence.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

Bradley Roberts

Theft

February 5, 2024

Sentence: 1 year's imprisonment

Bradley Roberts, 24, of Second Avenue, Rhos-on-Sea, headbutted Joanne Jones, an emergency ambulance practitioner, at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Bodelwyddan in July 2023, causing her injuries including a potential jaw fracture. This led to a suspended sentence on January 30, 2024. He later admitted two counts of theft, breaching the suspended sentence, which resulted in its activation and imprisonment on February 5, 2024.

Suspended sentence activated after admitting two counts of theft. Original sentence was for assault on an ambulance worker.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

Michael Woosnam

Breach of community order

June 23, 2023

Sentence: £150 fine and £65 costs

Michael Woosnam, 42, from Cae Thorley in Rhyl, was originally given a community order in October that required a thinking skills programme, six months of drug rehabilitation, and 150 hours of unpaid work. He breached this order by failing to attend an unpaid work appointment on May 20, and had previously breached it in April, for which he was fined. He has completed 47 hours of unpaid work and five rehabilitation activity requirement days but was removed from the thinking skills programme due to non-engagement. Woosnam leads a chaotic life with 12 children and a 13th on the way, while maintaining full-time employment.

Admitted to breaching community order by not attending unpaid work. Judge noted his chaotic lifestyle, health issues including recent knee surgery, and urged better engagement with probation.

Sources: rhyljournal.co.uk

Linda Morrall

Assault by beating

June 23, 2023

Sentence: £200 fine, £85 court costs, £250 compensation, and 12-month ban from licensed premises in Conwy

On April 17, Linda Morrall was at The Prince Madoc pub in Colwyn Bay, where she was escorted out due to bad behaviour. Outside, she shouted abuse and spat at the pub manager, Leon Knight, whom she had known for eight years. She has various mental health issues, lives alone, and is in receipt of benefits.

Admitted to the offences. Has one previous conviction. Judge described the incident as extremely unpleasant and noted her mental health issues and other life challenges.

Sources: northwalespioneer.co.uk

Kathrine Owen

Dangerous Driving

May 19, 2023

Sentence: 28 weeks imprisonment suspended for a year; disqualified from driving for 28 months; complete unpaid work and 10 days rehabilitation activity

Kathrine Owen drove a black Mercedes for about 10 miles in the wrong direction on the A55 at approximately 1.25am on April 9, after an argument with her then-partner. She was travelling at 50-60mph, smelt strongly of alcohol, and refused to provide a specimen for analysis after being stopped by police.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving and failing to provide a specimen. No previous convictions and expressed remorse. Ordered to complete a driving course by January 2027 to reduce disqualification period.

Sources: northwaleschronicle.co.uk

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