Manchester Crown Court Sentencing Results

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

January 2026 2 cases

Leslie Smith

Rape *

Sentence

33 years imprisonment

Leslie Smith sexually abused multiple child victims over two decades, including the rape of a boy as young as five or six, and the rape of a girl aged between six and eight. One victim complained to police in 2000, but through his wife, Smith pressured the child to retract the allegation. The victim reported again in 2002 but was disbelieved. Additional victims came forward as adults. His wife Lynda Smith was actively involved in the abuse of several victims and charged with sexual offences and perverting the course of justice, but died before trial. Smith was convicted by jury in August 2025 of multiple counts including rape, buggery, indecent assault, and indecency with a child against six child victims.

Maintains innocence, no remorse expressed. Pleaded not guilty and convicted after trial. Will serve two-thirds before parole eligibility. Suffering from multiple health conditions.

5 Jan 2026

Hasnain Ahmed

Sexual assault of a child under 13 *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Hasnain Ahmed, from Levenshulme, abused a vulnerable girl starting from when she was 11 years old over a period of two years between 2016 and 2018. He repeatedly coerced her into sexual acts without her consent. The victim came forward to police in April 2021, stating that Ahmed took her childhood and changed the course of her entire life. Ahmed was 17 at the time he committed the escalating crimes.

Found guilty of four counts of sexual assault of a child under 13 by touching, one count of sexual assault of a child under 13 by penetration, and two counts of causing/inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity. Also handed a restraining order and a Sexual Harm Prevention Order, both for 10 years.

5 Jan 2026

December 2025 31 cases

Lee Stewart

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 16 years and 363 days

Lee Stewart, 55, murdered partner Clare Burns, 51, on April 7, 2025, in her Collyhurst flat by inflicting blunt force head and neck injuries. Burns had previously reported abuse to police a month earlier but provided limited details. Stewart did not assist her after the assault.

Pleaded guilty to murder. Prior abuse report to police.

28 Dec 2025

Marcin Majerkiewicz

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 34 years

Marcin Majerkiewicz, 42, murdered housemate Stuart Everett, 67, in their Salford home on Worsley Road, Winton, by repeatedly hitting him over the head. He then dismembered the body with a hacksaw in the bedroom and dumped parts in bags at locations including Kersal Dale, Linnyshaw Colliery Woods, Blackleach Country Park, Chesterfield Close, and Boggart Hole Clough. Arrested after CCTV recognition about a month later.

Found guilty of murder by jury. Dismembered and dumped body parts.

28 Dec 2025

Kevin Draper

Manslaughter *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Kevin Draper, 55, killed neighbor Jack O'Brien, 27, in his Siddow Common, Leigh home in December 2024 by stabbing him during a confrontation. O'Brien entered briefly, left the door open with friends outside, re-entered, and the door slammed shut. Friends tried to break in as O'Brien emerged, collapsed, and said he was stabbed.

Convicted of manslaughter after self-defense claim rejected.

28 Dec 2025

Jordan Downs

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 21 years

Jordan Downs, 32, and Paul Simmons murdered drug addict Michael McCann, 35, in Bolton after McCann tried to steal drugs from them. Downs armed himself with a kitchen knife and stabbed McCann in the leg during a street fight outside Simmons' flat. Both were involved in the joint attack on the unarmed victim.

Found guilty of murder and perverting the course of justice by disposing of knife.

28 Dec 2025

Paul Simmons

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 20 years

Paul Simmons, 49, and Jordan Downs murdered Michael McCann, 35, in Bolton after McCann attempted to steal drugs. Simmons armed with a wooden stick joined Downs, who stabbed McCann in the leg during a street confrontation outside his flat. The attack left McCann fatally wounded.

Found guilty of murder. Jointly responsible in attack on unarmed victim.

28 Dec 2025

Haroon Ishtiaq

Fraud by false representation *

Sentence

23 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months, 200 hours unpaid work, 10 days rehabilitation activity, £2,000 compensation

Between October 26, 2021, and June 8, 2023, Haroon Ishtiaq, director of Greater Manchester Football Club, submitted five fraudulent grant applications to the Football Foundation using fake invoices for floodlights. Three grants totaling £22,789 were approved, but floodlights cost only £1,164 to £2,328. He transferred £15,300 to his personal account for day-to-day living expenses. The final two applications were rejected due to suspicions. This led to limited funding for other clubs and a self-referral to the Charity Commission.

Pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation, use of a false instrument with intent it be accepted as genuine and acquiring criminal property. Judge noted lack of genuine remorse and developing pattern of fraud. Prior claims of no personal benefit retracted at the last minute.

19 Dec 2025

Cameron Warburton

Blackmail *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 130 hours unpaid work, 20 days rehabilitation activity, £350 court costs

Cameron Warburton, 30, of Portside Close, Salford, met the victim on a dating app. They exchanged sexual messages, pictures, and videos. The victim provided his phone number and address, expecting sexual relations. Warburton then demanded money for sex, and upon refusal, threatened to share the videos unless paid £250. After being blocked, he continued demands via email, warning the victim he would 'regret it'. Police were called, leading to arrest.

Pleaded guilty to blackmail. Judge Elizabeth Nicholls noted the conduct was vindictive and unacceptable, ill health does not excuse it. Banned from contacting victim for 5 years under restraining order. At time of offence, diagnosed with fibromyalgia, financially and emotionally struggling; now married and runs a pub.

15 Dec 2025

Aiden Hopkins

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Aiden Hopkins, 31, of no fixed address, from Gosport, Hampshire, acted as a courier making nine trips between Manchester and Gosport from March to June 2024 to transport drugs for the Manchester-based gang, which supplied his local crime group. He was arrested on June 13, 2024, with Class A drugs hidden in his vehicle. The gang's £1.8m operation involved wholesale supply of cocaine and other drugs across the UK.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine. This sentence is consecutive to a prior 48-month sentence handed down at Southampton Crown Court in August 2024 for related drug and firearm offences.

12 Dec 2025

Anthony Hunt

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

11 years and 3 months imprisonment

Anthony Hunt, 40, of Rudston Avenue, Moston, brother of Thomas Hunt, played a very significant role in the operation, including exchanges of drugs and cash. He was arrested at a safe house flat in Crumpsall on October 4, 2024, where 11kg of high-purity cocaine worth £308,000-£352,000 was found, along with a press and adulterants. The gang ran a £1.8m wholesale drugs racket from March to October 2024.

Admitted conspiracy to supply cocaine and possession with intent to supply diamorphine. Judge noted he is beginning to appreciate the damage his drug dealing is having on his family. His DNA was found on gloves at the Crumpsall flat.

12 Dec 2025

Graham Sykes

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

5 years and 3 months imprisonment

Graham Sykes, 63, of Moston Lane, acted as a trusted courier, making 18 trips nationwide to transport drugs and cash for the gang. He was stopped on the Woodhead Pass with nearly 1kg of cocaine. The operation involved wholesale supply of Class A drugs valued at £1.8m across the UK between March and October 2024.

Admitted conspiracy to supply cocaine and producing cannabis. Former HGV driver who made 18 separate trips for the group; stopped on Woodhead Pass with just under 1kg of cocaine. Judge noted he must have had awareness of the operation's scale.

12 Dec 2025

Dylan Robinson

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

12 years and 6 months imprisonment

Dylan Robinson, 33, of Fallows Avenue, Middleton, cousin and right-hand man to Thomas Hunt, directed couriers, orchestrated supply to other crime groups, and conducted exchanges. He was central to the day-to-day running of the £1.8m wholesale drugs operation supplying cocaine, heroin, amphetamine, and ecstasy across the UK from March to October 2024.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine, possession with intent to supply both MDMA and diamorphine, and possession of ammunition without a firearms certificate. Described as logistics controller and hands-on in day-to-day operations; £61,000 cash, drugs, and storage keys found at his home. Has prior convictions.

12 Dec 2025

Lisa Prescott

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment suspended for 1 year

Lisa Prescott, 40, of Henry Street, Leigh, ex-partner of James Close, assisted in continuing the drug business while Close was on remand. She met Anthony Hunt at the Crumpsall safe house flat on October 4, 2024, just before police raids. The flat contained 11kg of high-purity cocaine. The operation was a £1.8m wholesale drugs racket operating from March to October 2024.

Admitted conspiracy to supply cocaine. Ordered to carry out 100 hours unpaid work and 10 rehabilitation activity requirement days. Judge noted realistic prospect of rehabilitation but concern over associations; her DNA found on gloves with cocaine traces. No longer in relationship with James Close.

12 Dec 2025

Rachel Blackburn-Stanley

Participating in the activities of an organised crime group *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment suspended for 9 months

Rachel Blackburn-Stanley, 35, of Rudston Avenue, Moston, partner of Anthony Hunt, helped by driving him to and from the group's drug-storage locations and to conduct two exchanges with Stanley Ainsley. She also drove Anthony Hunt to a safe house flat in Crumpsall where he met Lisa Prescott before police raids on October 4, 2024. The gang's operation involved a £1.8m wholesale drugs racket from March to October 2024.

Admitted participating in the activities of an organised crime group. Ordered to complete 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days. Judge noted low risk of re-offending and her hopes to start studying in the future.

12 Dec 2025

Robert Earnshaw

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Robert Earnshaw, 29, of Eastwood Road, New Moston, partner of Thomas Hunt's daughter, ran his own localised drug dealership linked to the conspiracy. Analysis of his phone revealed flare messages to drug users advertising availability of drugs. The overarching operation was a £1.8m wholesale drugs racket supplying Class A drugs across the UK from March to October 2024.

Admitted conspiracy to supply cocaine and producing cannabis. Judge described his involvement as unbelievable given he was a trained builder working as a legitimate courier at the time.

12 Dec 2025

Thomas Lockwood

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment suspended for 1 year

Thomas Lockwood, 60, of Kentford Drive, Collyhurst, served as the group's product tester after accruing a £7,000 debt to Thomas Hunt through his addiction. His health issues and steps to address addiction influenced the suspended sentence. The gang's operation was a £1.8m wholesale supply of cocaine and other Class A drugs across the UK between March and October 2024.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine. Ordered to complete 10 rehabilitation activity requirement days and a nine-month drug rehabilitation requirement. Involved due to £7,000 drug debt; suffers from kidney failure and is a long-standing Class A addict.

12 Dec 2025

Stanley Ainsley

Conspiracy to supply cocaine *

Sentence

8 years and 7 months imprisonment

Stanley Ainsley, 58, of Birch Street, Gorton, was involved as a trusted courier and storage man for the organised crime gang led by Thomas Hunt. Some 6.4kg of amphetamine, just under 220g of cocaine, and a little over 35g of diamorphine, as well as £4,205 in cash, were found at his home in Gorton. The gang operated a £1.8m wholesale drugs racket supplying cocaine, amphetamine, heroin, and ecstasy across the UK between March and October 2024.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine, possession with intent to supply diamorphine and amphetamine. Acted in part to feed his drug addiction, but involvement went well beyond that.

12 Dec 2025

Shannon Gandy-Feeney

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

Sentence

1 year and 8 months imprisonment

Shannon Gandy-Feeney, 24, from Griffe Head Road, Bradford, was stopped by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport on August 16, 2025, upon returning from a 10-day trip to Thailand. She claimed ignorance of the suitcase codes, leading officers to use bolt cutters to open two suitcases containing just under 30kg of cannabis, valued at £76,000 wholesale and £300,000 street value. She was in drug debt and agreed to transport the drugs for a £7,000 reward to settle her debts, though she claimed no knowledge of the contents or value despite the suitcases' weight. She refused to answer questions post-arrest and has a history of drug and alcohol issues, anxiety, depression, and a troubled background.

Pleaded guilty at a pre-trial hearing. No previous convictions apart from a caution in April 2025 for assault on an emergency worker. Judge noted her young age, addiction issues, and potential for rehabilitation but deemed the case too serious for non-custodial sentence.

11 Dec 2025

Mandy Hendry

Fraudulent evasion of importation of cannabis *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years; 25 days rehabilitation activity; 250 hours unpaid work

Mandy Hendry, 35, from Flanshaw Drive, Wakefield, was stopped by Border Force at Manchester Airport earlier in 2025 after arriving from Thailand via Doha. She admitted to having cannabis in her large pink suitcase, which contained just over 20kg of the class B drug valued at £53,390. She had been promised a free holiday, flights, and £8,000 to transport the drugs. Hendry had recently left an abusive relationship, with her former partner jailed earlier that year for domestic violence. She previously worked with children with special educational needs but could no longer due to trauma.

Pleaded guilty to fraudulent evasion of importation of cannabis. Mitigating factors included vulnerability, recent abusive relationship, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and low risk of reoffending. Judge Tom Gilbart noted naivety but emphasized deterrence.

10 Dec 2025

Manzorr Hussain

Child sexual abuse *

Sentence

30 years imprisonment

In the late 1990s in Bury, Manzorr Hussain, aged 54 from Manchester Road, Bury, targeted and groomed five vulnerable girls aged around 13. He plied them with drink and drugs, manipulated them, and subjected them to repeated sexual abuse, including rape and indecent assault, treating them as objects for his sexual gratification. The abuse occurred at various locations, including metres from one victim's home, and involved passing the girls to other men. The case was opened by a brave victim coming forward after over two decades.

Convicted of seven counts of rape and seven counts of indecent assault following a four-week trial. No remorse shown. Prior role as market trader used to groom victims.

9 Dec 2025

Imtiaz Ali

Child sexual abuse *

Sentence

28 years imprisonment

In the late 1990s in Bury, Imtiaz Ali, aged 53 from Ainsworth Road, Radcliffe, Bury, along with his cousin Manzorr Hussain, targeted and groomed five vulnerable girls aged around 13. They plied the victims with alcohol, drugs, money, and lifts in cars, tricking them into believing they were in relationships before subjecting them to systematic sexual abuse, including rape and indecent assault. The abuse had profound, lasting impacts on the victims' lives over more than two decades. The investigation relied on victims' detailed recollections of locations and historical records.

Convicted of five counts of rape, five counts of indecent assault, and one count of attempted indecent assault following a four-week trial. No remorse shown. Worked with cousin to groom victims using his role as market trader.

9 Dec 2025

Paul Field

Burglary and criminal damage *

Sentence

2 years and 5 months imprisonment

On July 25, 2025, Paul Field, 54, of Fotherby Drive, Blackley, knocked on the front door of a homeowner's house, wearing a red and blue hoodie. He then went to the back, climbed through the kitchen window, and went upstairs where the woman was. He asked if it was 'number seven' before she fled in terror. A neighbour intervened and told him to leave. Later that same day, while intoxicated, Field threw stones at another house, kicked the front door, drank from a can, and hurled a concrete slab, causing £2,666 in damage. The owners felt unsafe and vulnerable in their home.

Pleaded through a letter of apology read in court. Has 30 previous convictions for 84 offences, mostly burglary. Suffered from mental health issues including emotionally unstable personality disorder, suicidal ideation, and long history of substance abuse. Judge noted lack of respect for property owners.

9 Dec 2025

Abdulrahman Omar Salim

Section 18 wounding and possession of a bladed article *

Sentence

2 years and 6 months imprisonment

On April 17, 2025, at about 2pm, Abdulrahman Omar Salim, 19, of no fixed address, was accused by Nabeel Ahmed, who was working in his father's convenience store on Cheetham Hill Road, of throwing a rock at the shop window, causing a loud bang. After the accusation, Omar Salim threatened to stab Mr Ahmed, reached into his jacket, broke free from restraint, and swung a knife, slicing the edge of Mr Ahmed's hand and finger. Members of the public helped detain him until police arrived. The prosecution could not prove he threw the rock.

Pleaded guilty. Carried knife for protection after previous stabbing. Has ADHD and autism, described as immature at the time. Eight-month remand in prison served as a wake-up call. Judge noted the incident was avoided by pure luck rather than design.

4 Dec 2025

Jack Tolley

Conspiracy to supply class A and class B drugs *

Sentence

9 years and 7 months imprisonment

Jack Tolley, aged 33, of Beaufont Drive, Oldham, served as the operations manager in a conspiracy to supply class A drugs (cocaine, heroin, MDMA) and class B drugs (amphetamine). He managed deliveries, participated in meetings with Bobby Vernon and Darren Rae, and brought drugs to his girlfriend Rebecca Kenworthy's home where 26 kilos of cocaine were later found.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply class A drugs (cocaine, heroin and MDMA) and conspiracy to supply class B drugs (amphetamine). Acted as operations manager, handling deliveries of cash and drugs, and attending meetings.

3 Dec 2025

Daniel Nosey

Conspiracy to supply class A and class B drugs *

Sentence

9 years and 7 months imprisonment

Daniel Nosey, aged 33, of Stoneleigh Street, Oldham, contributed to a conspiracy to supply class A drugs (cocaine, heroin, MDMA) and class B drugs (amphetamine) by locating storage addresses and supporting the logistical operations of the network led by Bobby Vernon and Darren Rae.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply class A drugs (cocaine, heroin and MDMA) and conspiracy to supply class B drugs (amphetamine). Found addresses for drug storage and assisted with logistics.

3 Dec 2025

Darren Rae

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs (cocaine, heroin and MDMA) *

Sentence

13 years and 4 months imprisonment

Darren Rae, 52, of Abbeydale Road, Moston, co-headed the drugs enterprise with his nephew Bobby Vernon. He was involved in finding others to use their homes for storing drugs and paraphernalia. The operation involved 26 kilos of cocaine, 52 kilos of amphetamine, 154 tablets of MDMA, 390 grams of heroin, and over a kilogram of mixing agent.

Previous convictions for trafficking class A drugs. Had previously conspired with Vernon in similar activities.

2 Dec 2025

Gerald David

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

12 month community order and 150 hours unpaid work with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Gerald David, 55, of Whittaker Lane, Rochdale, partner of Jennifer Kenworthy, permitted the storage of drugs at their home as part of the enterprise. The group dealt 26 kilos of cocaine, 52 kilos of amphetamine, 154 tablets of MDMA, 390 grams of heroin, and over a kilogram of mixing agent.

Partner of Jennifer Kenworthy, allowed drugs to be stored at their home.

2 Dec 2025

Alexandra Gregory

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

12 month community order and 150 hours unpaid work with 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Alexandra Gregory, 37, of Oswald Street, Oldham, stored drugs at her home. Police discovered cocaine and amphetamine worth up to £100,000. The enterprise involved 26 kilos of cocaine, 52 kilos of amphetamine, 154 tablets of MDMA, 390 grams of heroin, and over a kilogram of mixing agent.

Home searched, found cocaine and amphetamine worth up to £100,000.

2 Dec 2025

Bobby Vernon

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs (cocaine, heroin and MDMA) *

Sentence

14 years and 8 months imprisonment

Bobby Vernon, 40, of Kingsway, Middleton, headed a sophisticated drugs enterprise dealing large amounts of heroin, cocaine, MDMA, and amphetamine across the north west. He worked alongside his uncle Darren Rae, giving instructions and treating the operation like a business. The group handled 26 kilos of cocaine, 52 kilos of amphetamine, 154 tablets of MDMA, 390 grams of heroin, and over a kilogram of mixing agent.

Pleaded guilty. Previous convictions for robbery and breach of a serious crime prevention order. Ran the operation as if it was his job.

2 Dec 2025

Jennifer Kenworthy

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

12 month community order and 150 hours unpaid work with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Jennifer Kenworthy, 54, of Whittaker Lane, Rochdale, along with her partner Gerald David, allowed drugs to be stored at their home. She requested a small amount of the cocaine. The operation handled 26 kilos of cocaine, 52 kilos of amphetamine, 154 tablets of MDMA, 390 grams of heroin, and over a kilogram of mixing agent.

Allowed drugs to be stored at home and asked for a 'crumb' of the cocaine. Expressed regret and remorse.

2 Dec 2025

Katie Mccann

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

12 month community order and 150 hours unpaid work with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Katie McCann, 28, of Benton Street, Harpurhey, stored drugs at her home as part of the enterprise. Police found a substantial amount of heroin worth up to £40,000 and six hydraulic presses during the search. The overall operation dealt 26 kilos of cocaine, 52 kilos of amphetamine, 154 tablets of MDMA, 390 grams of heroin, and over a kilogram of mixing agent.

Home searched, found heroin worth up to £40,000 and six hydraulic presses.

2 Dec 2025

Rebecca Kenworthy

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

12 month community order and 150 hours unpaid work with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Rebecca Kenworthy, 31, of Whittaker Lane, Rochdale, daughter of Jennifer Kenworthy and in a relationship with Jack Tolley, allowed drugs to be stored at her home. Police found 26 kilos of cocaine in two safes, though she was unaware of the quantity. The enterprise involved 26 kilos of cocaine, 52 kilos of amphetamine, 154 tablets of MDMA, 390 grams of heroin, and over a kilogram of mixing agent.

In a relationship with Jack Tolley. Home searched, found 26 kilos of cocaine in two safes, but she did not know the amount involved. Expressed regret and remorse.

2 Dec 2025

November 2025 17 cases

Philip Brown

Supply of Class A Drugs *

Sentence

imprisonment

Philip Brown was involved in the operation of the ‘Taz’ drugs line in Stockport, which offered addicts crack cocaine and heroin. The ‘extremely active’ drugs line sent out more than 12,000 flare messages advertising the drugs over a five month period.

Involved in the operation of the ‘Taz’ drugs line in Stockport offering crack cocaine and heroin. The line sent over 12,000 flare messages over five months. Used the drugs line phone to call police about bail and taxis to his home.

30 Nov 2025

Karla Pukutova

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment

Karla Pukutova hid two knives used in a fatal knife fight between her ex-partner Hassan Suliman and Alberto Ursu on Essex Street in Rochdale in the early hours of New Year's Day following a family party. She lied to police, claiming she was in the bathroom during the incident, but was actually outside and witnessed the fight. The knives were hidden behind a radiator in her home but were quickly found by police.

Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. No previous convictions. Sole carer for three children. Judge noted attempts to conceal knives were short-lived and unsophisticated, and she may not have known the victim had died when hiding them. To serve 40% behind bars before release on licence.

30 Nov 2025

Leon Coley

Fraudulent evasion of the importation of a class B drug *

Sentence

1 year and 10 months imprisonment

Leon Coley, 30, from Church Street, Birmingham, was stopped by Manchester Airport Border Force officers on September 25, 2025, upon arrival from Thailand via Dubai. He was carrying two medium-sized suitcases containing 32.9kg of cannabis. Coley claimed hotel staff packed his bags and he was unaware of the contents, initially stating he was bringing back tobacco for money. A message on his phone reading 'Get out quick' was received moments before arrest. He answered a social media advert offering money and admitted knowing about the cannabis.

Pleaded guilty to the fraudulent evasion of the importation of a class B drug. Intended to use earnings to support family. Warehouse operative with prior awareness of contents.

29 Nov 2025

Gemma Edgar

Fraudulent evasion of the importation of a class B drug *

Sentence

1 year and 4 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years, with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Gemma Edgar, 35, from Wheeler Street, Birmingham, was stopped by Manchester Airport Border Force officers on September 25, 2025, ten minutes after Leon Coley, upon arrival from Thailand via Dubai. She was carrying one large suitcase and one small bag containing 29.9kg of cannabis. Edgar stated the drugs were not hers and she was intimidated by individuals she owed £35,000 in poker debts to in Bangkok. She was told the consignment would repay the debt upon meeting in the UK.

Pleaded guilty to the fraudulent evasion of the importation of a class B drug. Suspended due to mental health issues including emotionally unstable personality disorder. Remorseful and coerced by intimidation over £35,000 poker debts in Bangkok.

29 Nov 2025

Rhys Hicks

Affray *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment

On June 29, 2025, in Middleton near Manchester, Rhys Hicks, high on cocaine after a two-day bender, became aggressive at an acquaintance's home, shoving her against a wall causing her to fall and suffer a panic attack. Later, around 4.45pm, spotted at the Middleton Archer pub in only boxers and trainers, he stripped naked, punched and kicked cars, urinated on a war memorial showing shameful lack of respect to the war dead, then assaulted motorist Paul Yates with punches and kicks on Manchester Old Road, attempted to steal his car but was stopped by bystanders until police arrived.

Pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity to two counts of criminal damage, one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, one count of assault by beating, one count of affray and one count of causing danger to road users. Informed he would likely serve 40 per cent of the jail term behind bars. Blames alcohol and cocaine for his actions and expressed remorse.

28 Nov 2025

Sean Farrell

Conspiracy to supply class A and class B drugs, conspiracy to import cannabis and money laundering *

Sentence

5 years and 3 months imprisonment

Sean Farrell, 52, operated under the username ‘VanillaJerky’ on the EncroChat encrypted messaging system, brokering large-scale cocaine deals at prices up to £39,500 per kilogram and supplying cannabis imported from the USA valued at $1,200 per pound and sold for $3,000. Between March and June 2020, he negotiated large cash deals, arranged collections including one for £5,500, and planned imports from overseas for distribution across the United Kingdom. Warrants were executed at his home in Salford in January 2022, but he had fled to Spain. He was arrested on September 2, 2024, when stopped in a Mercedes C Class with Spanish plates on Stretford Road in Old Trafford, initially giving false details.

Fled to Spain to evade justice; arrested after over two years on the run. Investigation involved cracking EncroChat encrypted messages and international cooperation with Spanish authorities.

27 Nov 2025

Adam Moore-Lynch

Fraud *

Sentence

5 years and 1 month imprisonment

Adam Moore-Lynch, 28, founded Manchester Watch Hub in October 2020 with his step-father, later taking over as director. The company specialised in selling high-value prestige watches, such as Rolexs, on the second-hand market, initially operating legitimately from premises in Salford Quays and then King Street in Manchester city centre. From August 2023, facing a fall in the second-hand market value and sudden collapse, Moore-Lynch began operating a Ponzi scheme by robbing Peter to pay Paul. He defrauded 45 victims of £1,160,460 between August and November 2023 by selling consigned watches without returning proceeds, selling watches left for repair, providing falsified bank statements and postage forms, and misleading or ignoring clients who had trusted the professional setup and celebrity customers. Victims lost sums up to £166,000 or £119,000, intended for house deposits or weddings, causing significant financial and emotional devastation. The stolen watches have not been recovered and were likely sold to unsuspecting buyers.

Pleaded guilty to one count of carrying on a business with intent to defraud creditors, one count of converting criminal property, and four counts of fraud. Banned from being a company director for 7 years. Judge noted the business started legitimately but turned dishonest due to financial troubles. Defendant had led a blameless life prior and has since lost everything, including reputation and friends.

26 Nov 2025

Kieran Naylor

Rape *

Sentence

14 years imprisonment with extended licence of 2 years

Kieran Naylor, 40, met the victim at a petrol station in the early hours of December 9, 2024, and invited her back to his home in Bolton. He subjected her to a brutal sexual assault, followed by a violent attack where he kicked and stamped on her, breaking her leg and wrist. He trapped her inside for 18 hours, laughed when she asked for an ambulance, stole her bank card to buy cigarettes, alcohol, and attempt to purchase a tracksuit, and raped her a second time after pulling her back by her hair when she tried to escape. The victim fell unconscious, later dragged herself out to seek help, but died of natural causes in May 2025 without seeing justice.

Convicted after trial of two counts of rape, one count of false imprisonment, and one count of grievous bodily harm. Previously pleaded guilty to theft. Has 57 previous convictions for 100 offences including theft and violence. Placed on Sex Offenders Register for life and banned from contacting the woman's daughters indefinitely under a restraining order. Mitigating factors included traumatic childhood and struggles with alcohol and drug addictions.

25 Nov 2025

Nathan Gill

Bribery *

Sentence

over 10 years imprisonment

Nathan Gill was arrested at Manchester Airport, revealing pro-Russia bribes, leading to his sentencing for corruption-related offenses.

Jailed after pro-Russia bribes exposed in Manchester Airport arrest; former Wales Reform UK leader.

22 Nov 2025

Michael Hill

Hit and run *

Sentence

imprisonment

Michael Hill, 24, committed a hit-and-run while speeding, leaving a 7-year-old boy in a wheelchair with traumatic brain injury.

Hooded and speeding down a residential street when he crashed into a 7-year-old boy, causing traumatic brain injury.

22 Nov 2025

Adam Shakeshaft

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

imprisonment

Adam Shakeshaft caused a high-speed crash at 43mph, resulting in his victim losing a leg in the incident.

Sentenced after 43mph smash that caused victim to lose his leg; victim felt 'like his life had been ripped from him'.

22 Nov 2025

Thomas Morris

Publication of obscene material *

Sentence

imprisonment

Thomas Morris produced and shared shocking content on social media under the name CodComedyTJ, leading to his imprisonment.

Locked up for 'truly and deeply shocking' content as social media streamer CodComedyTJ.

22 Nov 2025

Jamie Mcgrath

False imprisonment, actual bodily harm, and coercive and controlling behaviour *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Jamie McGrath, 22, of Lowland Road, Woodsmoor, Stockport, subjected his former partner to a six-year campaign of abuse starting from when they met at age 16. He locked her in her flat without access to her phone as punishment, created an atmosphere of intimidation and violence, threatened her, belittled her, isolated her, and tracked her whereabouts. Incidents included pinning her against a wall and punching her in the face after a Halloween party argument, bending her fingers back and breaking one, and dunking her head repeatedly into a bath while holding it under water, causing her to fear for her life. He also squeezed her neck, making her struggle to breathe and believe he would kill her. The relationship ended in 2024 when the victim reported to police. The abuse continued to impact her post-arrest.

Convicted after trial of false imprisonment, actual bodily harm, and coercive and controlling behaviour. No previous convictions; autism spectrum diagnosis noted. Assessed as high risk of reoffending. Indefinite restraining order imposed.

21 Nov 2025

Sarwar Mohammed

Possessing cocaine and cannabis with intent to supply *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Sarwar Mohammed, a 35-year-old asylum seeker from Iraq, was stopped by police in Cheetham Hill on August 7, 2025, following reports of drug dealing. Officers found bin bags in a nearby alleyway containing more than 60 deals of cannabis and 36 snap bags of cocaine. He had £234 on his person. This occurred shortly after his release on licence from a previous 15-month sentence for dealing cocaine and cannabis. Mohammed claimed he was homeless, awaiting an asylum decision, and unable to find legitimate work, so he dealt drugs to feed himself.

Pleaded guilty. Released after 40% of term. Judge noted challenges as asylum seeker but no excuse for dealing class A drugs. Previously sentenced to 15 months in January for same offenses.

19 Nov 2025

Rizwan Afzal

Controlling and coercive behaviour *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 180 hours community service, 10 days Building Choices programme, 3-year restraining order, £300 costs

Rizwan Afzal engaged in controlling and coercive behaviour towards his partner from 2017, escalating in 2020. He smoked cannabis for psoriatic arthritis pain relief, which negatively affected his mental health, leading to anger and accusations of her drug use. Incidents included holding her by the arms during a 2018 Blackpool argument, biting her in another argument, and in January 2022, tracking her to a Cheadle hotel where he found her ex-partner wearing his coat, called her a 'cheating s**g', and accused her of infidelity. The relationship ended in February 2023 when she called police; he fled but attempted constant contact. Victim felt trapped, like a puppet, and fearful of being watched or followed.

Pleaded guilty on first day of trial. No previous convictions. Judge Sarah Johnston noted controlling behaviour, derogatory names, physical incidents, and cannabis impact on mental health. Defence cited lack of maturity and remorse.

17 Nov 2025

Shazad Mughal

Rape *

Sentence

7.5 years imprisonment

Shazad Mughal, 47, a security guard at Old Trafford Cricket Club in Stretford, raped and sexually assaulted a woman in his security hut on August 10, 2022, after she asked for directions to Manchester city centre following an early tram termination. He allowed her to use the toilet before attacking her around midnight. She fled and called police.

Found guilty by jury after trial of one count of rape and one count of sexual assault by penetration.

16 Nov 2025

Luke Wood

Importation of cannabis *

Sentence

1 year imprisonment

Luke Wood, 29, a ketamine addict, attempted to smuggle 20kg of cannabis, valued at £61,350, through Manchester Airport on October 11, 2024, after arriving from Bangkok via Doha. He refused to unlock his suitcase initially but admitted it was full of cannabis, claiming he was forced due to substantial drug debts and threats to his family's lives.

Pleaded guilty to fraudulent evasion of a prohibition on the importation of a controlled drug. Accepted he was under pressure from drug debts and threats to his family.

16 Nov 2025

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