Manchester Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 387 verdicts at Manchester Crown Court (Manchester). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

March 2026 19 cases

Ryan Smith

Assault *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment

In the early hours of October 21, 2025, at the home of a friend named John Clancy in Newton Heath, Ryan Smith, intoxicated, believed his partner was unfaithful with Mr Clancy. He punched Mr Clancy at least six times, causing cuts to his eye and significant bruising. As he left, he punched Daniel Pollitt-Smith in the face after accusing him of involvement, then grabbed his partner by the hair, causing her to fall, and kicked her, resulting in swelling to her lip. She later fell into the path of a bus on Oldham Road and suffered serious injuries, though Smith was not charged in connection with that.

Pleaded guilty to breaching a domestic abuse protection order, one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and two counts of assault by beating. Described as a spontaneous eruption of violence due to failure to manage emotions in a toxic relationship and struggling mental state.

18 Mar 2026

Trafford Thomas

Rape and assault *

Sentence

jailed

Trafford Thomas, a 38-year-old man from Trafford, committed several crimes over a sustained period, including rape, assault, and threatening to kill his victim.

Convicted of rape and assault after committing several crimes over a sustained period, including threatening to kill his victim.

16 Mar 2026

Martin Davies

Manslaughter *

Sentence

23 years extended sentence (19 years custody)

Martin Davies, 36, overpowered Kailem Gibson, 28, during a fight in a flat at Gilmerton Drive in Newton Heath in August 2025. Davies grabbed Kailem in a choke hold and stabbed him at least 13 times, including fatal wounds to the heart and jugular vein. The incident stemmed from a dispute over Davies' spice dealing operation, where Kailem worked as a runner. Tensions arose after a prior violent confrontation, with Davies believing Kailem and his partner were trying to take his customers. Davies fled the scene covered in blood and later told police 'he deserved it'. Acquitted of two counts of assaulting Kailem’s girlfriend and possessing an offensive weapon.

Convicted of manslaughter after acquittal on murder charge. Prior 42 convictions including violence. Judge noted context of dispute over drug dealing business; acted in anger after relationship soured. Defence claimed partial self-defence.

16 Mar 2026

Marvyn Thomas

Rape *

Sentence

13.5 years imprisonment

Marvyn Thomas, 38, of Belmont Street, Old Trafford, subjected his victim to a sustained campaign of horrific abuse from summer 2023 until March 2024. He raped his victim on multiple occasions. In one incident, following a verbal argument, he followed the victim into the bedroom, grabbed them by the throat, slammed them against the wall, threatened to kill them, and restricted their breathing. He then raped them. In October 2023, the victim sustained serious injuries requiring hospitalisation after a prolonged violent attack. On Mother's Day 2024, he punched the victim in the face, knocking them unconscious and causing severe swelling and bruising to their eye. After a period of no contact, Thomas reappeared in the victim's home area multiple times, including one incident where the victim and family barricaded themselves in a business premises to escape him.

Convicted after a two-week trial of three counts of ABH, two counts of non-fatal strangulation, two counts of criminal damage, sexual assault and rape. Abusive, controlling and violent towards victim over a sustained period.

16 Mar 2026

Daniel Eckersley

Assault and theft *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Daniel Eckersley, 39, from Little Hulton, Salford, knocked on a stranger's door in Sandbach and asked her to call a taxi. When the cab arrived, he punched the driver, stabbed him in the leg, and stole the car. The car was found three miles away, and Eckersley was spotted in a pub.

Also known as Daniel Brein and Daniel Bryan. Incident fuelled by a considerable amount of alcohol.

14 Mar 2026

Stacy Sharples

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Stacy Sharples, 31, from Farnworth, Bolton, falsely accused ten men of rape after they spurned her romantic advances. She dialled 999 with fake accounts of attacks, leading to one man spending a year and a half on bail and others undergoing extensive police interviews and forensic examinations. Only one case was brought to court; the other nine were not.

Pleaded guilty to ten counts of perverting the course of justice. Persistent pattern of offending between 2013 and 2019.

14 Mar 2026

David Boyd

Burglary *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

David Boyd, 22, of Lakin Street, Manchester, and an accomplice broke into a mum's home in Radcliffe at around 2.38am on October 11, stealing her BMW 330E car and a bag containing a diary of baby scan photographs. The masked men forced entry by snapping the back door lock. Police spotted the stolen vehicle six minutes later on Middleton Road in Blackley, leading to a high-speed chase through residential roads and into a field. The men abandoned the car in a dead-end and fled on foot but were detained nearby. Officers recovered mole grips with the victim's lock barrel from the BMW.

Pleaded guilty to burglary. Was already on prison licence serving four-and-a-half-year sentence for conspiracy to commit burglary and was recalled to prison.

13 Mar 2026

Christopher Marshall

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Christopher Marshall, 40, of Lunn Avenue in Abbey Hey, Gorton, twice fled from police while driving dangerously. In December 2023, he was recognised by a neighbourhood officer while disqualified and sped off at 80mph, overtaking traffic, mounting a pavement, and running red lights. The chase was discontinued, but he was later arrested. Granted bail, he offended again in January 2024 with two young children in the car, mounting a kerb, clipping a member's of the public's car, and causing an officer to brake sharply to avoid collision. The pursuit was halted due to the children, but he was arrested two days later.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of dangerous driving, two counts of driving whilst disqualified, and one count of handling stolen goods. Described as 'incredibly reckless' by police.

13 Mar 2026

Lewis Muir

Burglary *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Lewis Muir, 23, of Blackley New Road, Manchester, and an accomplice broke into a mum's home in Radcliffe at around 2.38am on October 11, stealing her BMW 330E car and a bag containing a diary of baby scan photographs. The masked men forced entry by snapping the back door lock. Police spotted the stolen vehicle six minutes later on Middleton Road in Blackley, leading to a high-speed chase through residential roads and into a field. The men abandoned the car in a dead-end and fled on foot but were detained nearby, with Muir hiding under a child's umbrella in a back garden. Officers recovered mole grips with the victim's lock barrel from the BMW. Muir was linked to further offences across the Oldham area.

Pleaded guilty to burglary, six counts of burglary, two counts of attempted burglary, and three counts of taking a motor vehicle without consent. Was already on prison licence serving four-and-a-half-year sentence for conspiracy to commit burglary and was recalled to prison.

13 Mar 2026

Bradley Couzins

Fraudulent evasion of a prohibition by bringing a controlled drug into the UK *

Sentence

7 years and 6 months imprisonment

Bradley Couzins, 34, from Gillibrand Street in Darwen, Lancashire, orchestrated the smuggling of 14kg of low-purity cocaine into Manchester Airport on April 22, 2025, by duping his mother and her friend to carry the drugs from the Dominican Republic. He packed the black suitcase with nine packages of cocaine and arranged for five more in the blue suitcase. Text messages showed he planned travel details including class and transport. Arrested on August 7, 2025, after his mother and friend were caught, during which he assaulted an NCA officer. The cocaine, valued up to £294,000 if pure, was mostly cutting agents.

Pleaded guilty to fraudulent evasion of a prohibition by bringing a controlled drug into the UK and assault of an emergency worker. Mastermind behind the plot, organized tickets, passports, and transport. Has 25 previous convictions. Expressed remorse, engaged in therapy and courses while in custody, motivated by having a son to live a law-abiding life. Attempted to smash phone from NCA officer's hand, causing a deep cut.

12 Mar 2026

Amanda Meadowcroft

Fraudulent evasion of a prohibition by bringing a controlled drug into the UK *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Amanda Meadowcroft, 53, from Argyle Street in Darwen, Lancashire, was duped by her son into smuggling 14kg of low-purity cocaine into Manchester Airport on April 22, 2025, after returning from a holiday in the Dominican Republic. The cocaine, mostly cutting agents, was hidden in nine packages in a black suitcase packed by her son and five packages in her blue suitcase. Text messages on her seized phone revealed discussions with her son on smuggling methods. She claimed the holiday was won via Facebook. Judge noted low purity but emphasized the seriousness of the offense.

Pleaded guilty to fraudulent evasion of a prohibition by bringing a controlled drug into the UK. Was serving a suspended sentence for previous smuggling conviction. Expressed remorse and shame due to past drug dependency. Felt intimidated by her son.

12 Mar 2026

Ben Schofield

Supply of Class A and B drugs and possession of a weapon *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

On 26 January 2025, officers attended Ben Schofield’s address in Cheadle Hulme to arrest him. A snap bag of white powder residue and a pink tablet were found in his pocket. His rucksack contained more than 100 ecstasy tablets valued at between £1,025 and £2,050, snap bags of cannabis valued at between £210 and £335, drugs paraphernalia, and an electronic stun device identified as a dangerous weapon. Earlier, on 3 September 2024, he was arrested in relation to an unrelated matter, and analysis of his seized phone revealed messages indicating involvement in the supply of Class A and B drugs in the Congleton area.

Previously admitted being concerned in the supply of Class A and B drugs and possession of a weapon. PC Boase welcomed the custodial sentence as a warning against illegal drugs.

10 Mar 2026

Dale Austin

Possession of prohibited firearm and supply of Class A drugs *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Dale Austin was linked to a traditional .38 Special revolver and ammunition seized in Exmouth, with his DNA on the trigger. The weapon was test-fired and confirmed viable. He was also arrested for possession of Class A drugs. This was part of a broader investigation into a motorcycle club feud that uncovered drugs, weapons, and 3D-printed handguns following a ramming incident on the Hells Angels clubhouse on August 22, 2020.

Admitted possession of a prohibited firearm and being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. Lived with Mason and his DNA was found on the trigger of a .38 Special revolver.

6 Mar 2026

Emma Mccagh

Permitting premises for drug supply *

Sentence

2 years community order

Emma McCagh, 34, of Rolle Street, Exmouth, permitted her home to be used for the supply of Class A drugs, specifically cocaine, as part of the activities linked to the Manchester Bandidos motorcycle club. She was arrested in Devon during the investigation, which revealed her connection to Steve Mason, the club's Sergeant-at-Arms. The premises search uncovered evidence of 3D-printed firearm production, including resin parts and a .38 calibre revolver, tying her property to the broader criminal network involved in drugs and weapons offences stemming from the 2020 biker feud.

Pleaded guilty to allowing her premises to be used for cocaine supply. Girlfriend of Steve Mason at the time. Searches at her property in Exmouth uncovered resin parts of 3D-printed firearms and a revolver.

6 Mar 2026

Leslie Lamb

Criminal damage and cultivation of cannabis *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Leslie Lamb was heavily involved in orchestrating the ramming attack on the Hells Angels clubhouse using a hired Peugeot 2008 on August 22, 2020, in Cadishead, Salford. Phone data placed him at the scene. A search of his home revealed a cannabis farm producing up to half a kilogram of Class B drugs, and his DNA was on a 3D-printed firearm seized in Manchester. The incident arose from a feud between the Bandidos and Hells Angels motorcycle clubs.

Admitted criminal damage and cultivation of cannabis. Played a key role in orchestrating the attack on the rival clubhouse; his DNA recovered from a 3D-printed firearm; home search uncovered a cannabis farm.

6 Mar 2026

Luke Emery

Criminal damage *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Luke Emery, 27, of Stockport, was involved in the feud between the Manchester Bandidos and Hells Angels motorcycle clubs. On August 22, 2020, he participated in ramming a Peugeot 2008 into the Hells Angels clubhouse on Liverpool Road in Cadishead, Salford, as an act of revenge following earlier taunting by Hells Angels members. CCTV footage showed a suspect matching Emery's description, wearing a distinctive jacket similar to one he had posted on social media, running from the scene and entering the waiting vehicle.

Admitted criminal damage. Sentence includes 150 hours unpaid work and 10 days rehabilitation activity requirement. Exchanged discussions with Leslie Lamb regarding the planned attack on the Hells Angels clubhouse and shared photographs of the damage.

6 Mar 2026

Steve Mason

Possession and manufacturing of prohibited firearms *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Steve Mason, the Sergeant-at-Arms of the Manchester Bandidos motorcycle club, orchestrated the manufacture of 3D-printed firearms using multiple printers seized from addresses linked to him in Manchester and Exmouth. His DNA was found on the trigger and operational parts of a PG22 Maverick revolver, a prohibited weapon. He featured in videos assembling gun components and was linked to ammunition and a traditional .38 calibre revolver. The investigation stemmed from a feud between rival motorcycle clubs, including a ramming attack on the Hells Angels clubhouse on August 22, 2020.

Admitted possession of a prohibited firearm, manufacturing a prohibited firearm, possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. Orchestrated the manufacture of 3D-printed firearms.

6 Mar 2026

Victoria Priestner

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Victoria Priestner, 38, of Timperley, falsely reported the theft of a Peugeot 2008 on August 23, 2020, claiming it was stolen from her home while she was in hospital. The vehicle had actually been used the previous night to ram into the Hells Angels clubhouse in Cadishead as part of the Bandidos motorcycle club feud. Police enquiries revealed discrepancies in her hospital stay timeline—she claimed four days but records showed only six hours—indicating she was covering up the criminal use of the car, which had been hired by Steve Mason.

Admitted perverting the course of justice. Partner of Leslie Lamb. A 3D-printed revolver was found concealed at her home in Trafford.

6 Mar 2026

Mohsen Farjam

Rape *

Sentence

9.5 years imprisonment

In July 2018, Mohsen Farjam, a 43-year-old homeless man living in a tent near Stockport, approached a vulnerable 15-year-old girl with a neurodevelopmental condition who was distressed in the town centre. He pretended to offer sympathy and support, convincing her to get food and charge her devices, then coaxed her to his tent on the outskirts of Stockport where he plied her with vodka. Despite her nervousness, he sexually assaulted and raped her. The victim escaped and reported the incident to a relative, leading to Farjam's arrest within hours. He denied the allegations, claiming he only offered a massage.

Found guilty on two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault and one of sexual assault by penetration. Placed on the sex offender's register for life.

5 Mar 2026

February 2026 7 cases

Leslie Thorley

Robbery *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Leslie Thorley, 47, approached a vulnerable man in his 40s on the streets of Glossop at around 11.30pm on Friday, November 28, 2025. He dragged the victim down an alleyway next to the Empire bar in High Street West, pinned him against a wall, took his bag, and pushed him to the floor. Police located and arrested Thorley nearby. CCTV footage confirmed his identity. The victim now relives the incident every time he wakes up and is terrified of going out alone.

Pleaded guilty to the offence. Targeted a vulnerable victim.

26 Feb 2026

Mussab Amari

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

On June 16, 2024, Mussab Amari, along with Said Sadat and Waheedullah Paktiawal, congregated with a large group near the Victoria Statue in Piccadilly Gardens. They pressured two men into buying drugs, who refused. An unknown man pushed one victim before Sadat punched him. The group chased the men to Market Street, where one was hit to the back of his head with a bottle, dragged to the ground, and kicked. The other had his phone stolen and was subjected to further violence. One victim was left with a cut to the back of his head and was extremely frightened; the other sustained multiple bruising across his body and thought he was going to be beaten to death.

Sentenced for assault occasioning actual bodily harm from the June 16, 2024 incident. Ordered to pay £200 compensation to the victims.

19 Feb 2026

Waheedullah Paktiawal

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 200 hours unpaid work, 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days

On June 16, 2024, Waheedullah Paktiawal, along with Said Sadat and Mussab Amari, congregated with a large group near the Victoria Statue in Piccadilly Gardens. They pressured two men into buying drugs, who refused. An unknown man pushed one victim before Sadat punched him. The group chased the men to Market Street, where one was hit to the back of his head with a bottle, dragged to the ground, and kicked. The other had his phone stolen and was subjected to further violence. One victim was left with a cut to the back of his head and was extremely frightened; the other sustained multiple bruising across his body and thought he was going to be beaten to death. Additionally, in September 2025, officers caught him with a pick axe and several bags of cannabis in the Piccadilly Gardens area.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, possession of an offensive weapon, and possession with intent to supply cannabis. The cannabis and offensive weapon (pick axe) offences occurred in September 2025 in Piccadilly Gardens. Ordered to pay £200 compensation to the victims.

19 Feb 2026

Said Sadat

Section 20 wounding *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

On July 27, 2025, Said Sadat, 19, was in Piccadilly Gardens when the victim approached him regarding payment of a debt on behalf of his cousin, handing him a £20 note. Sadat ripped up the note and said 'I don't need your money, I will sort you out.' He left and returned wielding a broken bottle, stabbing the victim in the neck, causing a 12cm wound requiring emergency surgery, as well as lacerations to the upper left arm and right hand. Sadat was arrested shortly after. Separately, on June 16, 2024, Sadat, along with others, congregated near the Victoria Statue in Piccadilly Gardens, pressured two men into buying drugs, punched one, chased them to Market Street, hit one with a bottle, dragged him to the ground and kicked him, and stole the other's phone while subjecting him to further violence. One victim suffered a cut to the back of his head and extreme fear; the other had multiple bruising and feared being beaten to death.

Pleaded guilty to section 20 wounding on a basis that he did not have a knife, but used a broken bottle. Also sentenced for theft and assault occasioning actual bodily harm from a separate incident. Had a difficult upbringing in Afghanistan and limited previous convictions. Judge noted the graphic and horrendous neck injury, stating it was only by good luck that a more serious offence was not faced.

19 Feb 2026

Morsal Mohammed Naim

Manslaughter and child cruelty *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Morsal Mohammed Naim, 32, of no fixed address, inflicted severe abuse on her two-year-old daughter Omra Wali Jan over several weeks in 2023 in a confined flat in Levenshulme. The abuse included beating, burning with a lighter, biting, and on November 30, 2023, extremely forceful shaking causing severe traumatic brain injuries. Omra became unconscious and not breathing; Naim lied to a neighbour claiming the child choked on a biscuit and delayed seeking help. Omra was rushed to hospital but died on February 9, 2024, after life support was withdrawn. Naim and her husband enabled and acquiesced in the deliberate infliction of injuries, failing to seek medical attention or report them.

Pleaded guilty to manslaughter and child cruelty on the third day of trial. Judge noted sadistic behaviour, multiple incidents of serious cruelty, use of a weapon, and deliberate disregard for the victim's welfare.

13 Feb 2026

Firooz Wali Jan

Child cruelty *

Sentence

6 years and 9 months imprisonment

Firooz Wali Jan, 32, of Seymour Grove, Old Trafford, along with his wife Morsal Mohammed Naim, subjected their two-year-old daughter Omra Wali Jan to ongoing abuse in their confined flat in Levenshulme starting September 2023. Omra, born in Afghanistan and recently arrived to live with her parents, struggled to adjust. The abuse involved multiple deliberate injuries including beating, burning, biting, and other serious cruelty over weeks, with both parents complicit and failing to protect her or seek help. On November 30, 2023, after Wali Jan left for work, Omra suffered fatal brain injuries from shaking by her mother. Wali Jan has a prior conviction for possession of indecent images of children.

Pleaded guilty to child cruelty. Judge cited previous conviction for possession of indecent images of children in 2019 as indicative of attitude towards child welfare. Described as result of parental frustration in a challenging family environment.

13 Feb 2026

Paul Johnson

Arson *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months imprisonment

Paul Johnson, a 64-year-old resident at Bradmere Care Home in Eccles, Salford, suffering from paranoid schizophrenia, set fire to the care home on April 21, 2025, by lighting a toilet roll and throwing it from his window onto bins and a mattress in the storage area below. This followed a previous minor incident on April 18, 2025, where he attempted to start a fire but was stopped by staff. The arson led to the evacuation of residents, including a blind resident treated for smoke inhalation, and forced all 15 residents to relocate. The fire caused significant smoke and water damage, destroying belongings and rendering the family-run care home uninhabitable; it remains boarded up 10 months later. Johnson had been non-compliant with medication, showing deteriorating mental health and hostile behavior since 2024, despite interventions by mental health teams, social services, and police.

Pleaded guilty to arson. Had spent equivalent of 1 year and 8 months in custody prior to sentencing. Diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia; deemed fit to plead but requires ongoing care post-release.

7 Feb 2026

January 2026 24 cases

Cody Mcgiffen

False imprisonment *

Sentence

18-month community order

Cody McGiffen, 18, arrived at Kimberley Green's home with Janzib Rigby and a 17-year-old on January 7, 2025, to detain the victim who owed Rigby money. He participated in the 12-hour ordeal where the woman was Tasered, strip searched, falsely imprisoned in two properties, and driven to Saddleworth Moor, causing her severe PTSD and mental health issues.

Found guilty of false imprisonment and kidnap; pleaded guilty to a second count of kidnap; found not guilty of robbery.

28 Jan 2026

Janzib Rigby

False imprisonment *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

Janzib Rigby, a money lender, preyed upon a vulnerable 28-year-old drug user who owed him money with extortionate interest. On January 7, 2025, he arrived at Kimberley Green's home where the victim had been lured, along with associates. The victim was detained for nearly 12 hours, Tasered multiple times, strip searched, and driven to Saddleworth Moor where she was threatened with abandonment. She was released after police intervention around 11pm.

Pleaded guilty to false imprisonment and two counts of kidnap; found guilty of robbery. Shown 'cold indifference' to victim's plight.

28 Jan 2026

Kimberley Green

False imprisonment *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Kimberley Green lured the vulnerable 28-year-old victim into her home on Victoria Street, Oldham, under false pretences on January 7, 2025, knowing she owed money to Janzib Rigby. Green informed Rigby, who arrived with others. She subjected the victim to a degrading strip search upstairs, taking money from her underwear, as part of the 12-hour ordeal involving Taser use, detention in two properties, and a drive to Saddleworth Moor.

Found guilty of false imprisonment, robbery, and kidnap.

28 Jan 2026

Adrian Berki

Burglary *

Sentence

over 2 years imprisonment

Adrian Berki, 25, broke into homes across Manchester between October 23 and 30, 2025, stealing items including a pressure washer, mobile phone, TV, meat from a freezer, hoover, bank cards, and two electric bicycles worth £1,500. He smashed two CCTV cameras with a brick. Arrested on November 3, 2025.

Pleaded guilty to nine counts of burglary.

24 Jan 2026

Alexandra Power

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

Alexandra Power, an administrative officer at South Sefton Magistrates' Court, accessed confidential warrant applications for Operation Encanto, a series of 25 search warrants targeting drugs and firearms supply across Merseyside, including addresses linked to Kane Omar and his partner Lois Morley. On July 25, 2023, she photographed and forwarded details to her drug dealer Thomas Roberts, who passed them to Omar, allowing him to remove incriminating material before the planned hearing on July 26, 2023. Power also shared sensitive court information with family and friends, boasting about her access. Her actions were uncovered via phone analysis and an audit, leading to her arrest on July 28, 2023.

Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice and unauthorised access to computer material. Sentenced by Honorary Recorder of Manchester Nicholas Dean KC. Actions stemmed from drug debt and coercion by Thomas Roberts, but judge noted voluntary misuse of position for personal pleasure.

23 Jan 2026

Dean Cooke

Robbery *

Sentence

5 years and 4 months imprisonment

On June 23, 2025, Dean Cooke, 42, from Salford, shouted 'come here, P***' twice at a stranger walking through Silverdale Park in Swinton towards a bus stop on Bolton Road. Cooke attacked the victim with a homemade knuckle-duster fashioned from a snooker ball, hitting him in the head. During the assault, Cooke tried to kick the victim, who grabbed his leg and bit his ear to escape. Cooke picked up the victim's wallet, stealing £130. The victim sustained a graze to the head, cuts to his hands, and a cut on his ear. He has since suffered memory problems, sleep issues, and fear of leaving home. Cooke was arrested the next day and claimed he thought the victim had crack cocaine and was armed with a knife.

Admitted robbery, possession of an offensive weapon, and racially aggravated harassment/alarm or distress. Had not committed an offence for a decade prior but resorted to crime after being attacked and due to drug use. Limited contact with children due to drug use.

23 Jan 2026

Michael Bradbury

Controlling and coercive behaviour *

Sentence

3 years and 4 weeks imprisonment

In November 2023, Michael Bradbury forced his way into the victim's home by kicking in her patio doors and brutally assaulted her while she lay on the floor. The victim's teenage daughter witnessed the attack, attempted to intervene, and eventually struck Bradbury over the head to protect her mother. The teenager's boyfriend called the police. Bradbury fled, and the victim sought refuge at a neighbour's house, sustaining significant injuries requiring emergency hospital treatment. The incident was captured on CCTV, supported by medical evidence and witness accounts, revealing a sustained campaign of violence, coercive control, and harassment. Bradbury was later found hiding in the attic of another property and arrested.

Found guilty after trial of controlling and coercive behaviour and harassment with violence to secure entry. Prior pattern of controlling, threatening and violent behaviour.

23 Jan 2026

Shane Liptrot

Rape *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 12 years

On June 7, 2025, in the early hours, Shane Liptrot, 26, repeatedly banged on the door of a young woman's home. When she opened the door, he held a Stanley knife, questioned her, and pushed his way inside after she lied about her boyfriend being home. He claimed to be a drug dealer and 'rich', then stated she would be the first person he had sex with after release from prison. He forced himself on her, groped her, pulled her hair, and raped her at knifepoint without a condom, ejaculating inside her despite her pleas. The attack was prolonged and frightening. Liptrot had been released from a five-year jail term for robberies on June 5, 2025, and was arrested the next day. The victim suffered severe trauma, leading to mental health issues, loss of her home, and placement of her children in long-term foster care.

Sentenced as a dangerous offender. Placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life. Maintains innocence, lacks remorse, high risk of serious harm. Prior convictions for four offences of robbery against lone women at night.

23 Jan 2026

Paul Nolan

Assault *

Sentence

53 weeks imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days, 9-month drug rehabilitation programme

On May 9, 2025, Paul Nolan, 43, of Barker Road in Bredbury, dragged his brother Simon to the home of Gary Holt in Bredbury to resolve a £200 debt Simon owed to Holt. When Simon tried to leave, Paul held him back, enabling the assault that followed, including pushing into a thorn bush and a brutal beating. Paul followed and shouted at Simon during the attack, contributing to his severe injuries including a collapsed lung.

Part of a joint enterprise; acted to 'sort out' brother's £200 debt; lacked empathy due to cultural background.

22 Jan 2026

Louise Blair

Assault *

Sentence

22 weeks imprisonment, released immediately due to time served

On May 9, 2025, Louise Blair, 47, of Burnside Close in Bredbury, pushed Simon Nolan into a thorn bush outside her home during an altercation over a £200 debt Simon owed to her partner Gary Holt. This was part of a joint enterprise involving Paul Nolan and Gary Holt, leading to Simon suffering lacerations and other injuries requiring hospital treatment.

Part of a joint enterprise; on remand in custody prior to release on bail in November 2025; role limited to pushing the victim into a thorn bush.

22 Jan 2026

Gary Holt

Assault *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment

On May 9, 2025, Gary Holt, 46, of Burnside Close in Bredbury, along with his girlfriend Louise Blair and Paul Nolan, assaulted Simon Nolan at Holt's home. Holt brutally attacked Simon by kicking and punching him while he was curled up on the floor, following an argument over a £200 debt owed by Simon to Holt. The incident was captured on doorbell footage, and Simon was later found collapsed on Shakespeare Road, suffering severe injuries including a collapsed lung.

Part of a joint enterprise; 32 prior convictions; in custody for 9 months prior to sentencing; struggling with mental health.

22 Jan 2026

Christopher Akrigg

Fraudulent evasion of prohibition on importation of cannabis *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Christopher Akrigg, 50, of no fixed address, was stopped by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport on December 23, 2025, upon arrival from Thailand. He claimed to have no luggage but a suitcase checked in under his name was searched, revealing five vacuum-sealed packages of cannabis weighing 15kg. Akrigg initially denied ownership and knowledge of the contents but later admitted it was his. He was approached in a bar in Thailand by an unknown person offering £5,000 to transport the bag to the UK, which he accepted without considering the consequences.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the fraudulent evasion of a prohibition of the importation of a class B drug. Remorse expressed; mental health and addiction issues noted; prior personal tragedies including death of mother and separation from wife.

22 Jan 2026

Jack Burrows

Engaging in sexual activity with a person with a mental health disorder *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months imprisonment

Jack Burrows, a 35-year-old married father and bank care worker employed by NHS Professionals, met a vulnerable patient with a personality disorder at a mental health unit in Greater Manchester. He gave her his mobile number, embarked on a relationship, and had sex with her twice while escorting her away from her ward, including once in a nearby yard after she went outside for a cigarette. He sent her explicit messages, pictures of his penis, and encouraged her to view him as a potential love interest, discussing risks and offering to take more shifts to spend time with her. The relationship was revealed through messages on her phone after she admitted it to staff. Burrows deleted messages from his phone and initially denied contact, claiming his phone was used by others. The victim stated he took advantage of her vulnerability, causing her anxiety in medical settings.

Admitted two offences of being a care worker who engaged in sexual activity with a person with a mental health disorder contrary to the Sexual Offences Act 2003. Ordered to sign the sex offenders' register for 10 years. No previous convictions. Remorseful and ashamed.

21 Jan 2026

James Saxon

Controlling and coercive behaviour *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months imprisonment

James Saxon, 29, from Ludlow Road, Stockport, subjected his victim to a prolonged and escalating pattern of controlling and coercive behaviour, intimidation, and abuse over a three-year period. He isolated the victim from friends and family, monitored their movements, used threats and intimidation, locked her in a room, and punched a wall in A&E after her miscarriage in January 2025. His drug use, including cocaine, cannabis, and steroids, intensified his paranoia, aggression, and erratic behaviour. In March 2025, he pursued the victim in his vehicle, leading to his arrest. He breached bail by contacting her via social media. The abuse caused the victim to lose a pregnancy due to stress and fear, and included threats to crash the car with both inside, resulting in neck injury from physical assault.

Pleaded guilty. Handed a five year restraining order against the victim. Showed no remorse, laughing during interview and court.

20 Jan 2026

Wayne Scott

Being drunk on an aircraft *

Sentence

23 weeks imprisonment

On September 8, 2025, during a Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Manchester, Wayne Scott, 47, of Willowdale, Hull, became heavily intoxicated, verbally abusive, and argumentative, initially with his father who was also on board. He used foul language towards other passengers, including families with children, causing visible worry. After being asked to calm down, he stumbled down the aisle in a boxing stance as if about to throw punches. Cabin crew restrained him with cable ties on his hands and a seat belt on his legs until police arrived at Manchester Airport upon landing.

Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions. Judge Tom Gilbart noted the behaviour was abhorrent and caused considerable concern to passengers. Defence highlighted personal crises including stepfather's death, father's cancer diagnosis, and marriage breakdown.

19 Jan 2026

Usama Al-Sari

Rape *

Sentence

14 years imprisonment with an extended licence period of 8 years

On September 9, 2025, Usama Al-Sari, 28, threatened a woman in Heaton Mersey park, Stockport, with an imitation gun, demanding her phone and ordering her to have sex with him. He guided her to a wooded area, grabbed her by the neck, threatened to kill her, grabbed her breasts, and orally raped her. The victim ran away to a nearby pub for help. Al-Sari called 999 to hand himself in, admitting he had a pellet gun and tried to force the girl to do things. He was arrested the same day and showed police where he stashed the gun.

Admitted his behaviour. Suffered from compulsion and had sought help from GP for urges to rape, torture and kill women but received no substantial support.

16 Jan 2026

Richard Jones

Conspiring to make a counterfeit of a currency note with intent *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment

Richard Jones, 31, from Oldham Road, Springhead, was involved as a middle man in a sophisticated conspiracy to produce counterfeit currency between September and December 2020. He invested a significant sum of his own money but was duped by co-conspirators connected to serious organised crime. He sought to recruit others. His involvement was uncovered after police seized a co-conspirator's phone. Arrested in August 2025, he was at large briefly and sentenced separately by magistrates for drink driving in the interim.

Pleaded guilty. Has 13 previous convictions including for dishonesty and violent offending. Served equivalent time on remand and expected to be released soon. Judge commented on his supportive partner and daughter, urging him to grow up.

15 Jan 2026

Michael Labinjo

Wounding *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment with 3 years on extended licence

Michael Labinjo, 35, of no fixed address, slashed his ex-partner's arm with a knife during an argument over money in their home in February 2020. He pushed her to the floor, spat in her face, took £20, and then used the knife after she tried to retrieve the money. She self-administered first aid but required hospital treatment after escaping. He was arrested on March 25, 2021, but due to delays, his first court appearance was in December 2024 and trial in October 2025. In the interim, starting summer 2024, he entered a relationship with a second woman, whom he stalked, assaulted by dragging her from bed and kicking her, threatened to kill, and threatened to disclose a private image. She felt trapped due to fear.

Declared a dangerous offender. Pleaded guilty to wounding, stalking, common assault, criminal damage and threatening to disclose a private image. Judge Tom Gilbart commented on delays in the justice system allowing further offences.

15 Jan 2026

Derico Smith

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment, disqualified from driving for 2 years and 4 months

On the evening of November 6, 2023, Derico Smith was driving a hired white Mercedes on Moss Lane East, Manchester, when he overtook a vehicle at significant speed exceeding the 20 mph limit on a wet road with a sweeping bend. He was travelling behind and alongside Rio Haughton's BMW. Shortly after overtaking, Haughton's vehicle lost control and collided with a white Toyota, resulting in the death of passenger Aliya Mulla, aged 25. Smith stopped briefly but left the scene before police arrived. Expert analysis estimated his speed at around 58 mph. He had been in custody since September 2025 for breaching licence terms of a previous sentence.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving. Reduced by one-third for guilty plea. Expected to serve around 50% of sentence. Previous convictions noted but irrelevant to this offence. Left the scene but accepted responsibility as driver. No connection to the fatal collision.

14 Jan 2026

Syed Raza Rizvi

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

2 years and 6 months imprisonment, disqualified from driving for 3 years and 3 months

On December 23, 2023, Syed Raza Rizvi, driving a black VW Golf R excessively fast on Cromwell Road in Salford, overtook queuing cars on the wrong side of the road, passed through a red light, and struck pedestrian Preeti Dhunna, who was crossing properly after looking both ways. Witnesses described his driving as maniacal and feared he would kill someone. Rizvi hit Ms Dhunna, sending her flying into the air, causing a brain bleed, fractures to her pelvis, vertebrae, and left ankle. She was placed in an induced coma, required a breathing tube, and spent five weeks in hospital. At the scene, Rizvi claimed she stepped out without looking and was aggressive towards bystanders. Video footage confirmed Ms Dhunna's proper crossing. Ms Dhunna's life was profoundly changed, losing independence, suffering ongoing pain, and fearing roads.

Pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Judge noted defendant's aggressive and arrogant behavior at the scene and lack of genuine remorse. Prior convictions for breach of public order (2023) and assault (2024). Defendant expressed remorse in court but initially blamed the victim.

14 Jan 2026

Natalie Yarwood

Money Laundering *

Sentence

18-month suspended prison sentence, 100 hours unpaid work, 20 days rehabilitation activity

Natalie Yarwood, 37, of Buxton Avenue in Ashton-under-Lyne, laundered £55,000 between June and August 2019 as part of a sophisticated timeshare fraud led by Sean Thompson and Caroline Preston. The scam preyed on vulnerable elderly timeshare holders in Spain, falsely convincing them they were entitled to compensation and inducing them to hand over money for supposed professional fees or court requirements in Spain. Yarwood permitted her bank account to be used for laundering the proceeds.

Pleaded not guilty but convicted after trial. No previous convictions. Described as a single mum working at Shoezone, oblivious to the true scale of the fraud, and at the bottom end of the operation. Judge warned she would be jailed if she fails to complete the sentence.

8 Jan 2026

Jordan Gouldmartin

Sexual assault of a child under 13 *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Jordan Gouldmartin, 31, of Ludlow Drive, Leigh, sexually assaulted a boy under the age of 13. The victim courageously came forward, enabling Greater Manchester Police to fully investigate the horrific incident.

Found guilty of sexually assaulting a boy under the age of 13. Made subject to a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and a lifetime restraining order against the young victim. Required to serve two-thirds of his sentence before being eligible for parole. On release, subject to a five-year licence period.

8 Jan 2026

Katy Lowe

Money Laundering *

Sentence

2 year prison sentence suspended for 2 years, 150 hours unpaid work

Katy Lowe, 51, of Spa Close in Reddish, laundered £103,000 between September and November 2018 as part of a sophisticated timeshare fraud led by Sean Thompson and Caroline Preston. The scam targeted vulnerable elderly timeshare owners in Spain, convincing them they were entitled to compensation and tricking them into paying large sums for fake fees. Lowe allowed her bank account to be used to receive and launder the dirty money, claiming she was persuaded by a neighbour and only received money for household bills, food, and nappies.

Pleaded not guilty but convicted after trial. Judge noted her involvement in heartless scam but accepted modest sums received. Prior conviction in 1997 for attempting to obtain property by deception. Described as having a traumatic life with anxiety and depression.

8 Jan 2026

Roger Ward

Theft *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

Roger Ward, the treasurer of the Fourth Church of Christ, Scientist, in Manchester city centre, secretly transferred approximately £39,743 from the church's bank account to his personal account between July 2024 and November 2024. He claimed the funds were invested in cryptocurrency but was scammed, losing the church's money along with an additional £16,000 of his own. The theft has put the church, a registered charity with over a century of presence in the city, at risk of closing due to financial loss. Ward had sole access to the account as a volunteer trustee since 2017 and initially lied about a £1,693 transfer being reimbursement for legal advice on gift aid. He was interviewed by police in November 2024, answered no comment, and the case was transferred from magistrates to crown court.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Judge noted prior convictions for benefit fraud and a streak of dishonesty in his character. Barrister appealed for non-custodial sentence citing family circumstances and being scammed in cryptocurrency investment.

6 Jan 2026

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