Manchester Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 218 verdicts at Manchester Crown Court (Manchester). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Cameron Wilson

Affray

August 24, 2025

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment

Cameron Wilson, 21, was involved in a violent confrontation on Nigel Road in Moston on April 11, 2025, where two groups clashed outside a convenience store. Wilson drew a machete, leading to a frenzy of action with multiple individuals wielding blades, though no serious injuries occurred.

Initiated a machete brawl by pulling a machete from his waistband during a clash between rival groups outside a shop.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Cardell Hamman

Assault with a blade

August 24, 2025

Sentence: 3.5 years imprisonment

Cardell Hamman, 20, approached a father as he collected his child outside a primary school in north Manchester in January 2025. Without warning, he brandished a knife and shouted threats, swinging the knife at the man's body and brushing his shoulder before the man escaped into the school grounds.

Approached a parent outside a primary school, brandished a knife, and shouted threats. He pleaded guilty to the offense.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Brandon Dean

Affray

August 24, 2025

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment

Brandon Dean, 23, was involved in a violent altercation on Nigel Road in Moston on April 11, 2025, where rival groups clashed outside a convenience store. He hurled a bottle at the opposing group during the machete-wielding brawl, resulting in superficial injuries to one person.

Took part in a machete brawl outside a shop, hurling a bottle towards the other group.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Mason Dean

Affray

August 24, 2025

Sentence: 24 months imprisonment

Mason Dean, 19, was part of a group that clashed with a rival group outside a convenience store on Nigel Road in Moston on April 11, 2025. The groups exchanged words, leading to a violent incident where machetes were drawn, and Dean was seen running with a large blade.

Participated in a machete brawl outside a shop, involving affray and possession of a blade.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Matthew Harral

Wounding with intent

August 21, 2025

Sentence: 3.5 years imprisonment

Matthew Harral was in a relationship with the victim's daughter, but the victim did not want him near the house due to prior altercations. On February 10, 2025, the victim confronted Harral in the street, telling him to leave and chasing him with a red petrol can while making threats. Harral pulled out a knife in response, slashing the victim's arm and causing an 8cm wound that required surgery. Harral claimed he acted in self-defence due to fear for his life.

Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and possession of a bladed article. Judge noted that he was at fault for carrying a knife but accepted there was an element of provocation.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Craig Lowe

Sexual Assault and Being Drunk on an Aircraft

August 19, 2025

Sentence: 28 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 150 hours unpaid work, 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days, and 7 years on Sex Offenders Register

Craig Lowe was on a Jet2 flight from Manchester to Tenerife on November 12, 2023, where he drank six small bottles of red wine. He made crude and sexualised comments to a female passenger, asking her to go to his hotel room and grabbing her thigh multiple times despite her protests. He also verbally abused and threatened to kill another passenger after dropping his phone, and his disruptive behaviour continued on the bus to the terminal, causing anxiety to the victims, one of whom was a nervous flier.

Pleaded guilty. Was an alcoholic at the time, which ruined his life and led to his behaviour; has since abstained from alcohol and rebuilt his life. Judge described his actions as disgusting and noted the fear caused by intoxicated passengers on flights.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Craig Makinson

Conspiracy to possess firearms with intent to endanger life

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 38 years imprisonment

Craig Makinson, 50, from Winstanley, was involved in discussions with Jamie Rothwell about acquiring firearms, such as AK-47 rifles and Glocks, and arranging drug deals, including cocaine. He participated in conversations about drug drops, stash vehicles, and criminal activities coordinated via EncroChat.

Found guilty of conspiracy to possess firearms with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to possess ammunition with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to supply cocaine, conspiracy to possess criminal property, and admitted conspiracy to supply heroin and amphetamine.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Andrew Ackers

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 10 years and 2 months imprisonment

Andrew Ackers, 39, from Wigan, was tasked with collecting cocaine from London and reporting back to Jamie Rothwell as part of the criminal network's drug supply operations via EncroChat.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and conspiracy to possess criminal property.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Callum Morris

Conspiracy to murder

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 38 years imprisonment

Callum Morris, 33, from Atherton, was involved in acquiring and transporting firearms, including AK-47 rifles and shotguns, for Jamie Rothwell. He participated in discussions about drug supplies and was linked to the collection of weapons and ammunition as part of organised criminal activities via EncroChat.

Found guilty of conspiracy to murder, conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to possess ammunition with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to supply cocaine, and conspiracy to possess criminal property.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

John Moore

Conspiracy to possess criminal property

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment

John Moore, 38, from Kendal Drive, was involved in the organised crime group's activities, including handling criminal property as part of Jamie Rothwell's operations.

Found guilty of conspiring to possess criminal property and pleaded guilty to participating in the activities of an organised crime group.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

John Stankus

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment

John Stankus, 70, from Platt Bridge, Wigan, participated in the conspiracy to supply cocaine and amphetamine within the criminal network led by Jamie Rothwell.

Jamie Rothwell

Conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 43 years imprisonment

Jamie Rothwell, 38, from Salford, used an encrypted messaging service to orchestrate criminal activities from Spain, including ordering gangland shootings, arranging drug deals, and selling weapons. He was involved in discussions about acquiring and distributing firearms and drugs, such as AK-47 rifles and cocaine, and planned attacks on rivals. On April 24, 2020, he was linked to shootings in Warrington, including an incident where a man was shot in the leg. His activities were exposed through infiltrated EncroChat messages.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess firearms with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to possess ammunition with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to supply cocaine and ketamine, conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, and conspiracy to supply a controlled drug.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

James Close

Conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to endanger life

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 36 years imprisonment

James Close, 44, from Leigh, assisted in adulterating cocaine and arranging collections of drugs and firearms as directed by Jamie Rothwell via EncroChat. He was involved in discussions about drug deals, cash collections, and ensuring the safe housing of weapons.

Found guilty of conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to possess ammunition with intent to endanger life, conspiracy to supply cocaine, and conspiracy to possess criminal property.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Terence Mcdonagh

Conspiracy to possess firearms with intent to endanger life

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 8 years imprisonment

Terence McDonagh, 34, from Astley, was involved in the conspiracy to possess firearms and ammunition as part of the organised criminal group led by Jamie Rothwell, based on communications via EncroChat.

Found guilty of conspiring to possess firearms and ammunition with intent to endanger life.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Scott Davies

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 8 years and 6 months imprisonment

Scott Davies, 36, from Wigan, was involved in the supply of heroin and cocaine as part of the organised crime group coordinated by Jamie Rothwell via encrypted communications.

Zak Rourke

Conspiracy to possess firearms with intent to endanger life

August 17, 2025

Sentence: 18 years imprisonment

Zak Rourke, 35, from Egerton, Bolton, was involved in arranging drug deals and the purchase of stash vehicles as part of Jamie Rothwell's network via EncroChat, including discussions about collecting large sums of cash and supplying cocaine.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Adam Cooper

Importation of Cannabis

August 11, 2025

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, Rehabilitation Activity Requirement for 20 days, and £150 costs

Adam Cooper was apprehended by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport on May 6, 2025, after arriving from Dubai with a suitcase containing over 23kg of cannabis valued at £70,000. He had initially travelled to Thailand for a purported job in the construction industry, which did not exist, and was directed to transport the suitcase back to the UK. He claimed he believed the suitcase had been cleared and was influenced by circumstances in a foreign country, leading to his involvement.

Pleaded guilty to the charge; described as a lapse in decision making; expressed extreme remorse; judge noted no particular pressure and awareness of potential consequences with anticipation of financial advantage.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Iain Dickinson

Burglary

August 7, 2025

Sentence: 44 months imprisonment and an eight-year Criminal Behaviour Order

Iain Dickinson was identified following a burglary at a Manchester city centre business on Quay Street on June 1, 2025, amid a spike in burglaries in May and June 2025. He was linked to a total of 29 offences, including seven counts of burglary and one count of criminal damage, with forensic evidence and his own admissions leading to the charges. The offences involved breaking into business premises and caused significant disruption and distress to local businesses and communities.

Admitted to a significant number of offences, including being responsible for more than £18,000-worth of stolen goods and damages. He was remanded in custody and recalled to prison.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Michael Aspin

Dangerous driving

July 31, 2025

Sentence: Imprisonment

Michael Aspin engaged in a high-speed chase with police in a Nissan Micra, reaching speeds of 70mph, which resulted in his imprisonment.

Colin Hendry

Harassment

July 31, 2025

Sentence: Sentenced for harassment

Colin Hendry, 59, a former Manchester City player, admitted to harassing his ex-partner, leading to his sentencing.

Reehan Nezir

Manslaughter

July 31, 2025

Sentence: 9 years imprisonment

Reehan Nezir, along with a 14-year-old accomplice, confronted Isaac Brown and his friends in West Bromwich town centre to address a dispute stemming from a robbery earlier that day in Smethwick, where a 12-year-old boy was assaulted and had his jacket stolen. The confrontation escalated, with weapons brandished, leading to a chase to New Square on April 7, 2024, where Isaac Brown was fatally stabbed in the chest. Nezir and the accomplice fled but were arrested the following day.

Admitted to manslaughter, robbery, and possession of an offensive weapon. Had posted messages online threatening to teach the victim a lesson.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Richard Smith

Affray

July 31, 2025

Sentence: Eight months imprisonment

Richard Smith was drinking with family and friends at the Star Inn in Higher Broughton, Salford, on August 23 when Bradley McClenan threw a pint glass at his face, sparking a violent brawl. Smith and others engaged in the fight, which involved punches, thrown pints, and the use of bar stools as weapons. Smith repeatedly struck one man with a bar stool until it broke, then used the broken leg. The altercation resulted in injuries, including wounds to the faces of those involved, and further violence outside the pub before the group dispersed.

Previously convicted for manslaughter in 2001 and served five-and-a-half years. In this incident, he used a broken bar stool leg as a weapon after being hit with a pint glass. Defence argued he was not seeking trouble and it was his first drink of the evening.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Mohammed Ridwan Ali

Entering an aircraft when drunk

July 28, 2025

Sentence: 12 weeks imprisonment suspended for a year, 10 rehabilitation activity requirements, an alcohol treatment programme, and a £250 fine

Mohammed Ridwan Ali, 28, was on a flight from Bangladesh to Manchester Airport on March 6, 2025, where he consumed alcohol, argued with his sister, became abusive towards other passengers, and staggered around the plane. He was restrained in his seat by the crew and met by police upon landing. A half-empty 1.5 litre bottle of rum was found in his bag.

The judge stated, 'I’m not convinced you really understand how inappropriate this behaviour was and I don’t think you are really sorry about it.' Ali had previously been stabbed, suffered cardiac arrests, and self-medicated with alcohol. He pleaded guilty.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Oruno Ododo

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

July 25, 2025

Sentence: 3 years imprisonment

Oruno Ododo travelled from Bangkok via Hong Kong to Manchester Airport on February 12, 2025. His suitcase, which contained 20.71 kilos of cannabis worth an estimated £83,000, went missing initially but was later recovered. It was x-rayed and found to have drugs concealed within. On February 15, 2025, he arrived to collect the suitcase, confirmed it was his, and was arrested. He stated he was given the suitcase on the street and coerced into bringing it to the UK, fearing for his safety.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the fraudulent evasion of a prohibition on the importation of a class B drug. Claimed he was coerced and feared for his safety. Has prior convictions for battery, drug dealing, and stalking. Judge stated that drugs are a blight on the community and that the defendant likely acted for financial gain, with no confidence in his compliance with court orders.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Lauren Martin

Fraudulent evasion of prohibition on importation of class B drug

July 24, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years, and 100 hours of unpaid work

Lauren Martin flew back from Thailand on April 5, 2025, and was stopped by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport. She claimed her suitcase contained only clothing, but officers discovered 31 vacuum-sealed bags of cannabis weighing 49 kilograms. She told officers she had met two people in Thailand who asked her to take the items back, and she did not check the suitcase. She was arrested and interviewed.

Pleaded guilty. Judge Paul Lawton commented on her naivety and possible pressure from others, and noted she was subject to an electronically monitored curfew and receiving Universal Credit. The judge stated she was capable of rehabilitation.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

James Elliott

Rape

July 23, 2025

Sentence: 8 years imprisonment

James Elliott raped a teenager in an incident that had a devastating impact on the victim's life, as she described how it completely ruined her.

Convicted for raping a teenager, with the victim stating that the attack ruined her life.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Kavon Haselden-Hoyle

Attempted Murder

July 23, 2025

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

Kavon Haselden-Hoyle, 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

Kellen Mongeme

Attempted Murder

July 23, 2025

Sentence: 21 years detention in a Young Offender Institution

Kellen Mongeme, 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 possession of an offensive weapon with intent to endanger life; pleaded guilty to having a bladed article. Also sentenced to two years concurrently for conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Judge described the attack as brutal, pitiless and extremely violent.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Dean Jolly

Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm and Strangulation

July 23, 2025

Sentence: 18-month community order, 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days, and 100 hours unpaid work

On New Year's Eve 2024, Dean Jolly, during a drunken altercation, accused his partner of infidelity and demanded access to her phone. He threw a kettle at her, strangled her by placing his hands around her neck, making it difficult for her to breathe, and hit her with a metal pole after disarming her of a knife she had picked up. She sustained a wound to her scalp and bruises to her back and arms. Both parties had been drinking and using drugs. The couple had been in a turbulent 13-year relationship.

Pleaded guilty to the offences. Judge commented on the need to send a message about such behaviour towards women and noted the defendant's progress while on remand. The defendant has 14 previous convictions for 19 offences, none for violence prior to this, and admitted that drugs impacted his mental health.

Sources: manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Habibur Masum

Murder

July 23, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment

Habibur Masum followed his wife Kulsuma Akter from their home in Oldham and murdered her by stabbing her to death while she was pushing their seven-month-old son in a pram. After the attack, he calmly walked away, leaving the scene.

Described as a violent, jealous, and controlling husband who stabbed his wife to death in broad daylight as she pushed their baby in a pram.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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