Manchester Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 175 verdicts at Manchester Crown Court (Manchester). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Zak Morris

Attempted Murder

July 23, 2025

Sentence: 20 years detention in a Young Offender Institution

Zak Morris, along with others, prepared for and carried out a planned attack on Michael Senghore on October 7, 2024, in Gorton. They wore balaclavas and used machetes and a shotgun to ambush him as he walked home, inflicting severe injuries including a gunshot wound that led to the amputation of his leg and damage to his right hand. The attack involved careful planning, as evidenced by CCTV footage showing them gathering before the incident.

Convicted of attempted murder and possessing an offensive weapon with intent to endanger life; admitted having a bladed article. Judge described the attack as brutal, pitiless and extremely violent.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Xarvae Forrester

Attempted Murder

July 23, 2025

Sentence: 26 years imprisonment

Xarvae Forrester, along with others, prepared for and carried out a planned attack on Michael Senghore on October 7, 2024, in Gorton. They wore balaclavas and used machetes and a shotgun to ambush him as he walked home, inflicting severe injuries including a gunshot wound that led to the amputation of his leg and damage to his right hand. The attack involved careful planning, as evidenced by CCTV footage showing them gathering before the incident.

Convicted of attempted murder, possession of an offensive weapon with intent to endanger life, and having a bladed article. Judge described the attack as brutal, pitiless and extremely violent.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Kavon Haselden-Doyle

Attempted Murder

July 22, 2025

Sentence: 35 years imprisonment with an extended licence of 5 years

Kavon Haselden-Doyle, along with three others, ambushed Michael Senghore on Hampden Crescent in Gorton on October 7, 2024. He produced a shotgun and shot Mr Senghore at close range as he tried to escape, causing severe injuries that led to the amputation of Mr Senghore's leg and loss of function in his right hand. The attack was unprovoked and involved careful planning, as the defendants were seen together prior to the incident.

Convicted of attempted murder, possession of an offensive weapon with intent to endanger life, and having a bladed article. He will serve two thirds of the jail term (23 years and 6 months) before the Parole Board considers release.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Dennis Van Gestel

Distributing indecent images of children

July 21, 2025

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment

Dennis Van Gestel uploaded indecent images of children to the internet from a house in Wythenshawe in 2020. Police investigations linked the uploads to his IP address, and devices seized contained 185 indecent images, including 77 category A images, the most serious type. He was interviewed by police, released under investigation, and fled to Belgium. An international manhunt ensued, leading to his arrest in Belgium and extradition to the UK via a European Arrest Warrant. The crimes involved distributing, making, and possessing prohibited images of children.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of distributing indecent images of children, three counts of making indecent images of children, and one count of possessing prohibited images of children. Defence noted he returned to Belgium due to job loss and is now alcohol and drug-free after rehab. Sentenced by Judge Paul Lawton.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Javier Watson

Being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs

July 18, 2025

Sentence: 10 years and three months imprisonment

Javier Watson was involved in operating a 'sophisticated' drugs line supplying class A and B drugs, including crack cocaine, heroin, cocaine, and cannabis, in the Wythenshawe and South Manchester area. The line was highly active without needing advertising. Police investigations led to a search of his address where a loaded firearm and items linked to drug supply were discovered.

Represented as a dad-of-three who was a user of drugs and subject to coercion. A loaded Walther pistol and a notebook with drug prices were found during the raid.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Khaine Henry-Goodwin

Being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs

July 18, 2025

Sentence: Five years and nine months imprisonment

Khaine Henry-Goodwin was part of the 'Ace' drugs line, supplying class A and B drugs. Police forced entry into his flat and discovered him trying to dispose of white powder, with 169 grams of heroin, 240 grams of cocaine, 108 grams of crack cocaine, and 4,440 grams of cannabis found on site, valued at significant amounts.

Defence stated he was working towards a pro-social, hard-working lifestyle. He was found attempting to flush drugs down the toilet during a police raid.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Jonathan Levine

Being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs

July 18, 2025

Sentence: Five years and six months imprisonment

Jonathan Levine was connected to the 'Ace' drugs line supplying class A and B drugs. Police investigations revealed the drugs line number was restored on his phone, linking him to the operation that peddled drugs in the Wythenshawe and South Manchester area without marketing.

Mroriseng Motlhatlhedi

Being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs

July 18, 2025

Sentence: Five years and seven months imprisonment

Mroriseng Motlhatlhedi was involved in the 'Ace' drugs line, which supplied class A and B drugs without advertising. He was present during a police raid where large quantities of drugs were found, indicating his role in the organised supply network.

No specific additional details provided, but he was linked to the drugs line operation alongside Khaine Henry-Goodwin.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Azizur Rahman

Kidnap

July 15, 2025

Sentence: 11 years and 16 weeks imprisonment

Azizur Rahman, enraged by an imam performing a ritual exorcism on his stepson, conspired with Shohad Miah to kidnap the 87-year-old victim from the streets of Oldham in September 2024. The pair, under the influence of cocaine, bundled the victim into an Audi, blindfolded him, and subjected him to a sustained and violent beating, including repeated punching, strangling, and hitting with a stick. The victim was then stripped to his underpants and a torn, blood-stained tee shirt and abandoned on a remote country road, where he sustained injuries such as a bleed on the brain, a wound to his ear, swelling to his cheekbone, a large bruise to his neck, and a missing tooth.

Found guilty of kidnap, robbery, section 18 assault, intentional strangulation, and perverting the course of justice. Had 20 previous convictions and was serving a suspended sentence for drink driving at the time.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Shohad Miah

Kidnap

July 15, 2025

Sentence: 9 years imprisonment

Shohad Miah assisted Azizur Rahman in a cocaine-fuelled kidnap plot against an 87-year-old imam in September 2024 in Oldham. The pair abducted the victim from the street, forced him into an Audi, blindfolded him, and carried out a violent assault, including punching, strangling, and hitting him with a stick. The victim was stripped to his underpants and a torn, blood-stained tee shirt and left on a remote country road, resulting in injuries such as a bleed on the brain, a wound to his ear, swelling to his cheekbone, a large bruise to his neck, and a missing tooth.

Found guilty of kidnap, section 20 assault, intentional strangulation, and perverting the course of justice.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Rawal Rehman

Causing death by dangerous driving

July 12, 2025

Sentence: 12 years imprisonment

Rawal Rehman struck and killed three-year-old Louisa Palmisano while driving dangerously in Manchester city centre on February 22. He fled the scene initially and was arrested the next day, having binged on cocaine prior to the crash.

Was under the influence of cocaine and had visited massage parlours before the incident; the case will stay with the prosecutor forever due to its impact.

Sources: lancs.live

Brodie Smith

Kidnap and Section 20 Wounding

July 11, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Brodie Smith and Toby Collens kidnapped Mark Williams on Christmas Day 2024, driving him to nearby woods where they beat him severely and attempted to set him alight. They also attacked him at his flat in Little Hulton, punching him, calling him derogatory names, threatening to cut his ear with scissors, and cutting chunks of his hair. The victim suffered nine rib fractures, a collapsed lung, and fractures to his nose and cheek, requiring 33 days in hospital, including intensive care.

Pleaded guilty to section 20 wounding and kidnap. Lawyers noted remorse, guilty plea as mitigation, and that the incident followed a dispute where the victim would not return his coat.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Edward Taylor

Fraudulent evasion of prohibition on importation of a class B drug

July 11, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, 180 hours of unpaid work, and 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Edward Taylor, 20, of Old Shoreham Road, Hove, flew to Thailand and returned to Manchester Airport on April 16 with two suitcases containing 39.53 kilos of cannabis, valued at nearly £120,000. He attempted to smuggle the drugs after his debts overwhelmed him and was caught by Border Force officers when he could not open his suitcases. He has taken full personal responsibility and expressed regret, with a pre-sentence report indicating a very low risk of reoffending.

Pleaded guilty to the offense. No previous convictions. Hoped to earn £10,000 to pay off debts. Judge noted that drug importation is a particular issue currently.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Toby Collens

Kidnap and Section 20 Wounding

July 11, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and 10 months imprisonment

Toby Collens and Brodie Smith kidnapped Mark Williams on Christmas Day 2024, driving him to nearby woods where they beat him severely and attempted to set him alight. They also attacked him at his flat in Little Hulton, punching him, calling him derogatory names, threatening to cut his ear with scissors, and cutting chunks of his hair. The victim suffered nine rib fractures, a collapsed lung, and fractures to his nose and cheek, requiring 33 days in hospital, including intensive care.

Pleaded guilty to section 20 wounding, kidnap, and perverting the course of justice. Lawyers noted remorse and guilty plea as mitigation.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Wembadive Onokoko

Importation of a Class B drug

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, 200 hours of unpaid work, and 5 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Wembadive Onokoko, 21, was stopped by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport after arriving on a flight from Thailand via Doha on May 27. He attempted to pass through the 'nothing to declare' lane with a suitcase containing 15 kilos of cannabis in 25 vacuum-sealed packages. He initially denied knowledge of the drugs, claiming he only brought clothes, and asked if the process would take long as he had six hours. He was arrested and interviewed at Ashton police station.

Pleaded guilty. Expressed genuine remorse, had a good work record, and was under financial pressure as a new dad.

Sources: mirror.co.uk

Yvonne Johnstone

Perverting the course of justice

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 3 months imprisonment

Yvonne Johnstone helped drag Karen Youdell's body outside, placed a bottle of cider next to her, and lied to paramedics and emergency operators by claiming they did not know her and that she was drunk, as part of covering up the murder on July 29, 2023.

Admitted to perverting the course of justice by helping to move the body and lying to emergency services about not knowing the victim.

Sources: dailyrecord.co.uk

Dean Johnstone

Murder

July 10, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum of 17 years and 6 months

Dean Johnstone repeatedly stamped on Karen Youdell's head and body after she arrived at a home where he was residing, leaving her in a coma from which she died 10 months later. The incident occurred in the early hours of July 29, 2023, and involved dragging her body and enlisting others to cover up the crime.

Pleaded guilty to murder. Judge described the behaviour as callous and cruel in the extreme.

Sources: dailyrecord.co.uk

Glenn Nelson

Perverting the course of justice

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Glenn Nelson suggested placing a bottle of cider next to Karen Youdell's body to make it appear she was excessively drunk and unknown to them, as part of the cover-up following her murder on July 29, 2023.

Admitted to perverting the course of justice by suggesting to place a bottle of cider next to the victim to mislead authorities.

Sources: dailyrecord.co.uk

Lisa Johnstone

Perverting the course of justice

July 10, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Lisa Johnstone assisted in dragging Karen Youdell's body into the house and outside, and helped place a bottle of cider next to her to suggest she was drunk, as part of covering up the murder that occurred on July 29, 2023.

Admitted to perverting the course of justice by helping to cover up the crime, including moving the body and contacting others for assistance.

Sources: dailyrecord.co.uk

Mark Hicks

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 80 hours of unpaid work

Mark Hicks, a cleaning staff member subcontracted to Aer Lingus planes at Manchester Airport, stole alcohol, cigarettes, and other products from aircraft flying to New York. The thefts happened between July 29 and August 4, 2023, with footage capturing him in discussions and actions to access secured items.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Searched containers with colleagues and was part of the systematic thefts. Judge emphasised the breach of trust in their roles.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Jonathan Etchells

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 100 hours of unpaid work

Jonathan Etchells, a cleaning staff member subcontracted to Aer Lingus aircraft at Manchester Airport, stole items including alcohol, cigarettes, and perfumes from planes operating between Manchester and New York. The incidents took place between July 29 and August 4, 2023, amid significant stock losses, with footage showing him breaking security seals and joking about the thefts as part of a group effort.

Pleaded guilty to theft and was involved in selling stolen goods. Judge highlighted the systematic nature of the crime and the breach of trust invested in the defendants.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Katie Moran

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 80 hours of unpaid work

Katie Moran, a subcontracted cleaning staff member on Aer Lingus planes at Manchester Airport, stole alcohol, cigarettes, and perfumes from aircraft flying between Manchester and New York. The thefts took place between July 29 and August 4, 2023, with cameras recording her searching containers and discussing the stolen goods with colleagues.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Joked about the thefts and admitted to having stolen items at home, indicating repeated involvement. Judge noted the crime's systematic escalation and breach of trust.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Dylan Nelson

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 80 hours of unpaid work

Dylan Nelson, employed as cleaning staff on Aer Lingus aircraft at Manchester Airport, stole products such as alcohol and cigarettes from planes flying to New York. The thefts happened between July 29 and August 4, 2023, captured on covert cameras showing him assisting in breaking seals and discussing the stolen items.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Participated in stealing items from aircraft, with evidence of group involvement in the systematic thefts. Judge emphasised the breach of trust.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Connor Brooks

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 80 hours of unpaid work

Connor Brooks, a cleaning staff member subcontracted to work on Aer Lingus aircraft at Manchester Airport, stole items such as alcohol, cigarettes, and Pringles from planes flying between Manchester and New York. The thefts occurred between July 29 and August 4, 2023, as part of a larger pattern of stock loss valued at €1,290.10 during that period, with covert cameras capturing him breaking seals and discussing previous thefts.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Involved in stealing items from aircraft, with comments indicating repeated offences. Judge noted the crime was systematic and breached trust.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Ciaran Lynch

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 100 hours of unpaid work

Ciaran Lynch, employed as cleaning staff for Aer Lingus aircraft at Manchester Airport, stole items such as alcohol and cigarettes from planes to New York. The incidents occurred between July 29 and August 4, 2023, as evidenced by covert cameras showing him breaking into storage and participating in group thefts.

Pleaded guilty to theft and was involved in selling stolen goods. Judge highlighted the systematic theft and the defendants' abuse of trust.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Usman Ghani

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 80 hours of unpaid work

Usman Ghani, working as cleaning staff on Aer Lingus aircraft at Manchester Airport, participated in stealing alcohol, cigarettes, and other items from planes to New York. The events unfolded between July 29 and August 4, 2023, with covert footage capturing him in discussions and actions to access secured containers.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Assisted in the thefts, with discussions about tools and items, as part of a group that exploited their positions. Judge commented on the systematic and trust-breaching nature.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Richard Armer

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 100 hours of unpaid work

Richard Armer, a cleaning staff member for a subcontracted company on Aer Lingus planes at Manchester Airport, stole items including Pringles by using tools to break security seals. The thefts occurred between July 29 and August 4, 2023, as part of broader stock losses from aircraft flying between Manchester and New York, with video evidence showing his active role.

Pleaded guilty to theft and was involved in selling stolen goods. Judge described the offences as systematic and noted the high level of trust placed in the defendants.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Shawn Bailey

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 80 hours of unpaid work

Shawn Bailey, a subcontracted cleaning staff member on Aer Lingus planes at Manchester Airport, stole alcohol, cigarettes, and other items from aircraft to New York. The events occurred between July 29 and August 4, 2023, with covert recordings showing him investigating containers and participating in the thefts.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Checked weights of containers and discussed thefts with colleagues, indicating ongoing involvement. Judge described the crimes as systematic and a breach of trust.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Roman Mahmood

Theft

July 9, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order and 80 hours of unpaid work

Roman Mahmood, working as cleaning staff on Aer Lingus aircraft at Manchester Airport, stole items including alcohol and cigarettes from planes operating between Manchester and New York. The thefts took place between July 29 and August 4, 2023, as part of a pattern captured on secret cameras.

Pleaded guilty to theft. Participated in the group thefts from aircraft, with evidence of systematic behaviour. Judge noted the overall breach of trust.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Suaiel Riaz Haider

Rape

July 7, 2025

Sentence: 14 years imprisonment

Suaiel Riaz Haider groomed and abused a 15-year-old girl in the 2000s when he was 19 years old. He picked her up from school, provided her with food, cigarettes, and alcohol, leading to a relationship that quickly turned sexual. He made derogatory comments towards her, escalating to sexual offences. The victim came forward in 2021, and he was convicted after a trial.

Pleaded not guilty and was found guilty by a jury. Must follow a lifelong sexual harm protection order and has signed the sex offender's register for life.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

John Belfield

Murder

July 5, 2025

Sentence: life imprisonment

John Belfield, along with two others, lay in wait for Thomas Campbell at his home in Greater Manchester in July 2022. They tortured him to death in a brutal attack motivated by a bitter love triangle. Belfield fled to South America after the murder but was eventually apprehended and extradited back to the UK to face trial.

The judge stated that Belfield wanted the victim to suffer and took pleasure in his pain. He was one of three men involved and had attempted to evade justice by fleeing to South America.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Louisa De Marco

Fraudulent evasion of a prohibition on the importation of a class B drug

July 4, 2025

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment

Louisa De Marco, a 53-year-old former Asda manager and mother from Broadway, Bradford, was involved in a scheme to smuggle 31.25 kilos of cannabis into the UK. She had her flights to Thailand paid for by others and was promised £10,000 for successful smuggling. On May 8, she was stopped by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport upon arrival from Thailand via Abu Dhabi. She denied ownership of two suitcases containing the drugs and claimed they held tobacco. During police interview, she admitted meeting someone in Thailand who offered her money to bring cannabis into the UK and refused to provide her phone's PIN. She was assessed as unfit to work due to physical and mental health issues and was receiving benefits at the time.

Pleaded guilty. The judge, Recorder Sarah Griffin, stated that De Marco knew exactly what she was involving herself in and had entered the scheme with her eyes wide open. Defence argued she faced financial difficulties, lost her job due to the Covid pandemic, and experienced intimidation from handlers who threatened to cancel her flights.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Declan Devine

Assault

July 1, 2025

Sentence: Two-year prison sentence, suspended for two years

Declan Devine chased an Uber driver across a Tesco car park in a violent incident after the driver attempted to cancel the fare, resulting in the victim sustaining injuries including bruising, swelling, and a nose injury.

Chased an Uber driver across a Tesco car park after the driver tried to cancel the fare; the victim was treated in hospital for bruising and swelling to both eyes and an injury to the nose.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Tony Drewitt

Sexual activity with a child

July 1, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment

Tony Drewitt, aged 77, groomed and engaged in sexual activity with a 13-year-old girl over a one-year period while she was 14, denying her youth. Some of the offending occurred in the Oldham area. He was 69 at the time they met.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual activity with a child. Made to sign the sex offenders register for five years and has an indefinite restraining order.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Clint Baker

Conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 10 years and 4 months

Clint Baker was recruited by Kyle Bent to carry out a firebombing on Bent's ex-partner's mother's home as an act of revenge. On February 23, 2024, Baker and another individual were caught on CCTV making Molotov cocktails, pouring petrol on parked cars, and setting a fire outside the home in Tameside. They shouted threats and caused limited damage, with no injuries reported.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life; acted for financial gain; his lawyer described the fire as lame and slow-burning.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Kyle Bent

Conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 1 year and 4 months for assault and perverting the course of justice, plus an extended 11 years imprisonment and 4 years on licence

Kyle Bent was in a violent and controlling relationship with his ex-partner for over three years. He assaulted her during a holiday in Jamaica, causing facial injuries that required stitches, and later threatened to kill her. After she reported him, he attempted to persuade her to retract her statement. From prison, he conspired to firebomb his ex-partner's mother's home by recruiting Clint Baker. The attack involved making Molotov cocktails and setting fire to cars outside the home on February 23, 2024, while a child was inside, though damage was limited.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life, assault, and perverting the course of justice; judge described his actions as deliberate criminality; was using drugs at the time and has remained clean in custody.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Matthew Brierley

Supply of Class A drugs

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 3 years imprisonment

Matthew Brierley was involved in the supply of 7kg of cocaine and the laundering of £61,500 between May 5, 2020, and June 12, 2020. He supported David Waterhouse in a major cocaine trafficking and money laundering operation, with his role revealed through EncroChat messages. He was arrested on February 21 at Waterhouse's home address.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs and money laundering. He acted as a trusted courier for David Waterhouse and was involved in supplying 7kg of cocaine and laundering £61,500.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

David Waterhouse

Supply of Class A drugs

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 11 years imprisonment

David Waterhouse, operating under the EncroChat handle 'Golden Lad', was involved in a major cocaine trafficking and money laundering operation. He was evidenced to have supplied 224kg of cocaine and laundered more than a million pounds. He was arrested on February 21 at his home in Steps Meadow, Smallbridge, Rochdale, where officers recovered drug paraphernalia including scales and bags. This operation was uncovered through Operation Venetic, targeting criminals using the EncroChat service.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs and money laundering. He was identified as a key figure in supplying multi-kilo quantities of Class A drugs and was involved in laundering more than a million pounds.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

James Mckerrow

Robbery

June 27, 2025

Sentence: 1 year imprisonment and 3 years on licence

James McKerrow entered a Bury Hospice charity shop on November 26, 2024, pretended to buy a jumper, shoved a 19-year-old volunteer against a wall, told her to shut up, don't say anything, and don't make a noise, then stole £250 from the till and fled. He was arrested the following day and has been in and out of prison since 2008.

Had multiple previous convictions for robbery and theft. Was out of prison for three months before the offence. Judge stated it was a deliberate decision.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Christopher Oates

Child sex offences

June 26, 2025

Sentence: 13 years imprisonment

Christopher Oates was jailed for 13 years after pleading guilty to multiple child sex offences, as detailed in court proceedings.

Sajid Hussain

Perverting the course of justice

June 26, 2025

Sentence: Imprisonment for perverting the course of justice

Sajid Hussain, a former taxi driver, was jailed for paying someone £600 to evade responsibility for two speeding offences, which occurred while he was employed as a taxi driver.

Steven Lee Junior

Unspecified offences

June 26, 2025

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment

Steven Lee Junior, 39, was sentenced in his absence to 10 years in jail for actions described as 'heartless', though specific details of the crimes were not provided in the text.

Fawzi Hamza

Attempted robbery

June 24, 2025

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment

Fawzi Hamza approached a 15-year-old girl from behind at Manchester Piccadilly station on 28 December 2024, grabbed the strap of her handbag, and pushed and pulled her in an attempt to steal it in front of commuters. Members of the public intervened, and he was arrested by British Transport Officers.

Pleaded guilty to attempted robbery. Also ordered to pay a victim surcharge. Of no fixed address.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Edward Rainford

Supply of Cannabis

June 20, 2025

Sentence: Two years imprisonment

Edward Rainford, along with Jay Boyd, operated a boutique cannabis supply network between November 2022 and September 2023. They used mobile phones to discuss and arrange the supply of various cannabis strains, such as Oreo Cookie, Orange Cream, and Wedding Cake. Evidence included chat logs, images of money, and videos of cannabis strains. Police investigations involved surveillance and searches, revealing their roles in buying and selling cannabis on a commercial scale, with meetings and financial discussions observed in public places like a Costa Coffee in Monton, Salford.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cannabis. Had prior convictions for criminal damage, assault, and violence. Judge noted his military service but highlighted his management role in the operation for financial gain.

Sources: dailyrecord.co.uk

Jay Boyd

Supply of Cannabis

June 20, 2025

Sentence: One year and six months imprisonment

Jay Boyd, along with Edward Rainford, participated in a boutique cannabis supply operation between November 2022 and September 2023. They communicated via mobile phones about supplying different cannabis strains, arranged meetings, and handled cash and small quantities of the drug. Police evidence included fingerprints at a searched property on Grasmere Road, Swinton, and items like a list of debtors and packaging materials. Boyd was observed driving near the property and his phone was disconnected shortly after police activity.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cannabis. Was unemployed at the time and involved for financial gain. Expressed remorse and has since become a trained air conditioning engineer.

Sources: dailyrecord.co.uk

Scott Thomson

Murder

June 20, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 18 years

Scott Thomson murdered his flatmate Jamie Murray by stabbing him in the heart with a 19cm kitchen knife during an argument on December 4, 2024, in their shared flat in Wythenshawe. The altercation escalated, leading Murray to stagger outside and collapse in the street, where he died despite paramedics' efforts. Thomson's actions caused immense trauma to Murray's family, including his children who had to identify his body.

Handed the sentence by Judge John Potter; the minimum term includes time already spent in custody; family members expressed profound grief and unforgiveness in court.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Eddie Rainford

Supply of cannabis

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 24 months imprisonment

Eddie Rainford was involved in a major drug-dealing operation, supplying large quantities of cannabis between November 11, 2022, and September 28, 2023, alongside another individual. He pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing, and despite attempts by his partner to keep his identity private, he was sentenced following a court adjournment.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of a Class B drug. Had a significant role in supplying wholesale quantities. Judge Horgan imposed an immediate custodial sentence.

Sources: mirror.co.uk

Cade Toon

Violent disorder

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment, suspended for two years

Cade Toon jumped out of a vehicle and participated in a violent fight on Adelphi Street, Salford, on June 8, 2024, where knives were produced and used, resulting in injuries.

Received a suspended sentence and must complete 25 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 100 hours of unpaid work.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Jacob Flavin

Conspiracy to Supply Cannabis, Cocaine, Heroin and Ketamine

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 9 years imprisonment

Jacob Flavin, operating under the alias 'Albus Dumbledore', was a substantial player in a gang supplying wholesale amounts of cannabis. He used encrypted messaging to advertise and sell drugs, including varieties like 'Tropical', 'Gelato' and 'Banana', with prices up to £3,100 per kilo. He was caught on camera collecting cannabis in an Aldi bag and had items seized from his flat, including a Rolex watch and drugs. Over seven weeks in late 2023, the gang supplied around 180kg of cannabis, and he was linked to 3.5kg of cocaine, 2.5kg of heroin and 5kg of ketamine as part of Operation Global.

Pled guilty to four counts of conspiracy to supply cannabis, cocaine, heroin and ketamine. Had six previous convictions, including possession of cannabis with intent to supply. Judge described the harm caused by drugs and noted his candid letter about the consequences of the trade.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Rio Vernardakis

Violent disorder

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment, suspended for two years

Rio Vernardakis jumped out of a vehicle during an incident on Adelphi Street, Salford, on June 8, 2024, and was involved in a violent fight where he was stabbed. Knives were used in the altercation.

Received a suspended sentence and must complete 25 rehabilitation activity requirement days.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

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