Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 146 verdicts at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court (Merthyr Tydfil). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

April 2026 2 cases

Moynul Janu

Attempted kidnap *

Sentence

ongoing detention in a mental health facility

On 3 July 2025, Moynul Janu approached a girl under the age of five playing in water fountains at Victoria Park, Cardiff, touched her leg, and attempted to grab two young children, stating he was 'grabbing the kids'. He was blocked by the mothers and later challenged by park staff. The following day, he attempted to force his way into a nursery in Bridgend county, pushing past staff and trying to access a locked area with 17 children, leading to a lockdown before he left.

Admitted attempted kidnap at a previous hearing. History of mental illness.

3 Apr 2026

Kamber Murrja

Cannabis cultivation *

Sentence

30 weeks in prison

On February 25, 2026, South Wales Police were contacted by the property’s letting agency regarding suspicious wiring and unpaid rent at a building in Porth. Officers searched the premises and discovered 400 cannabis plants as part of a large-scale cannabis growing operation. Drone operators spotted Murrja climbing out of a rear window and attempting to flee towards the riverbank, where he was arrested on suspicion of cannabis cultivation.

Pleaded guilty at Merthyr Magistrates’ Court on February 27.

2 Apr 2026

March 2026 24 cases

Brandon Davidson

Assault by beating *

Sentence

24 months’ imprisonment

On January 1, 2026, Brandon Davidson assaulted Thomas Ellis by punching him three times in the head outside the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Llantrisant during an argument involving Ellis and Davidson's sister, who was pregnant. Davidson snatched Ellis' keys, demanded his sister leave the car, pursued Ellis, struck him again, and drove away in Ellis' silver Ford Fiesta. Later that day, Davidson phoned Ellis' brother threatening to stab Ellis if reported to police. On January 23, 2026, Davidson drove Jade Williams' Honda Civic without permission after dropping her off, leading to a high-speed police pursuit in Bridgend where he overtook five vehicles at over 60mph in a 30mph zone, forced two drivers to swerve, and collided with a Vauxhall Mokka near Talbot Green. He fled but was identified by a passenger. Prior to the chase, he filled the car with £60 fuel at a Texaco garage and left without paying. Davidson was disqualified from driving at the time.

Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice, assault by beating, aggravated vehicle-taking, taking a vehicle without consent, making off without payment, and driving while disqualified. Banned from driving for two years following release. Has 20 prior convictions including aggravated vehicle-taking, battery, assault by beating, dangerous driving, and driving without a licence. Barrister noted adverse childhood experiences, troubled upbringing, difficult relationship with parents, previous drug misuse, but has reflected in custody, secured prison work, and has job offer upon release.

31 Mar 2026

Daniel Jenkins

Strangulation *

Sentence

17 months imprisonment

Daniel Jenkins, 33, from Blackwood and of no fixed abode, strangled a woman in Blackwood on September 27, 2025. The attack was outlined by prosecutor Sol Hartley. Jenkins had a very bad record for violence and this was a serious assault.

Pleaded guilty on the day his trial was due to begin. Breached a suspended prison sentence. Judge noted his bad record for violence and that it was a serious assault and frightening experience for the victim. Also subject to a three-year restraining order and must pay a victim surcharge.

27 Mar 2026

Craig Bray

Assault by beating, harassment and burglary *

Sentence

31 months imprisonment

Craig Bray assaulted his former partner in January 2026 by throwing a can of Cherry Coke over her and slapping her during an argument at her home after accusing her of being unfaithful. He then bombarded her with around 140 phone calls over the following days, making threats including that he knew where she was, was following her, would cut her up, and stab her in the neck. In February 2026, he burgled Cartref Yn Y Coed care home in Newport by pretending to visit a grandparent and stealing a television from a communal area. The victim reported feeling anxious and unsafe in her own home.

Pleaded guilty to assault by beating, harassment and burglary. Has 12 previous convictions for 20 offences, including four for burglary. Recorder Dyfed Llion Thomas described the threats as 'unforgivably cruel'. Subject to a 10-year restraining order and must pay a victim surcharge.

26 Mar 2026

Anis Bardich

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Anis Bardich, 28, from West Luton Place, Adamsdown, Cardiff, was caught dealing heroin and crack cocaine on February 16, 2026, in Cathays, Cardiff. He was observed making drug deals on Richmond Road, near the Woodville pub, and outside Lidl on Maindy Road. Police seized 15 wraps of heroin and 94 wraps of crack cocaine with a street value of £1,090, a Nokia burner phone used to send 1,366 bulk text messages advertising drugs, and £160 in cash. Bardich, who fled Morocco in 2014 due to persecution for his sexuality, attempted to flee when approached by officers.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to supply class A drugs, two counts of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs, and supplying a class A drug. Has 10 previous convictions, mostly for theft and fraud. Turned to drug dealing due to immigration status preventing work and to fund own drug habit.

25 Mar 2026

Luke Cable

Possession with intent to supply a class A drug *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Luke Cable, 25, of Clydach Street, Brynmawr, returned home on February 24, 2026, appearing under the influence of drugs with white powder visible beneath his nose. His father, concerned about his behaviour and believing he had a rock of cocaine, called the police. Officers found him in possession of a 46g rock of cocaine valued at £3,060 to £6,120 and a mobile phone containing messages linked to cocaine supply. Cable admitted consuming a large amount of the drug while trying to sell it to pay off debts.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply a class A drug. Has three previous convictions, including 34 months for being concerned in the supply of cocaine and ketamine. Judge warned that a third class A offence would start at seven years.

25 Mar 2026

Daniel Batstone

Controlling or coercive behaviour and assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

one year and six months in prison

Daniel Batstone, 29, from Pentre, engaged in controlling and coercive behaviour and assaulted a woman over a three-year period starting from 2022. His violence included kicking the victim in the stomach while she was pregnant in 2022, and punching her in the face in August 2025. Police were called to an address in Pentre in August 2025 following a 999 call about a disturbance.

Changed his plea to guilty. Admitted one count of engaging in controlling or coercive behaviour and one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

23 Mar 2026

Cailum Hill

Strangulation *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Cailum Hill, 22, from Mountain Ash, intentionally strangled his partner during a violent assault at her home.

Convicted of intentionally strangling his partner. The judge branded him “an aggressive bully.” Also made subject to a 10-year restraining order.

20 Mar 2026

Khoresh Ameni

Possession of a bladed article *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

Khoresh Ameni, 19, brandished a machete at four people outside the Ibis hotel on Churchill Way, Cardiff. CCTV captured the incident on December 7 last year.

Pleaded guilty. Has previous convictions for wounding and blade possession.

20 Mar 2026

Alex Jones

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis *

Sentence

4 years and 2 months imprisonment

Alex Jones, 31, of Windrush Close, Bettws, Newport, was involved in drug dealing activities between 1 September 2025 and 29 December 2025. He sent mass text messages advertising cocaine for sale and distributed images of cannabis to potential buyers. Devices showed communication with an upscale supplier for purchasing cannabis. He was arrested on Christmas Day 2025 on Monnow Way in the Bettws area after attempting to flee from a vehicle as a passenger. Police found £655 in cash and two mobile phones with evidence of his activities. He became involved again due to a drug debt to higher members of the supply chain.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in making an offer to supply cocaine, being concerned in the supply of cannabis, possession of criminal property and possession of cannabis. Has 25 previous convictions for 34 offences, including robbery, wounding, burglary and theft. Offences committed while on licence after previous 45-month sentence for similar drug offences. Must pay £228 victim surcharge upon release.

16 Mar 2026

Khalid Miah

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

13 months' imprisonment

Khalid Miah, 36, of Heol Nant, Cilfynydd, assaulted his neighbour Richard Lydiard at the victim's home in Cilfynydd, Pontypridd, on December 29, 2025, following a dispute over a broadband box. Miah accused Lydiard of stealing his broadband box and swapping it for a broken one. When Lydiard denied it and told him to leave, Miah tried to force his way into the flat, leading to a scuffle where Miah threw punches and kicks, knocking out Lydiard's tooth and attempting to stomp on his head before the door was shut. Police were called, and Miah was arrested. He denied the assault in interview, claiming self-defence. The victim reported being terrified, shocked, and suffering ongoing fear and anxiety.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Had previous convictions including assault occasioning actual bodily harm, battery and affray. In mitigation, offence rooted in delusional belief victim had stolen from him and diagnosed with depressive condition. Subject to restraining order for five years.

11 Mar 2026

Lee Evans

Assault *

Sentence

imprisonment

Lee Evans, 40, punched his partner in the forehead after accusing her of cheating, then told her to wash off the blood in the shower.

Left partner needing surgery after brutal attack.

10 Mar 2026

Majid Ali

Rape *

Sentence

imprisonment

Majid Ali, 56, slapped his victim across the face, punched her, grabbed her by the throat, and bit her while raping her.

Treated victim like an animal and threatened to kill her during the assault.

10 Mar 2026

Matthew Winstone

Robbery *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Matthew Winstone, along with Jason Colin and Jonathan Pike, was spotted acting suspiciously near Hong Kong Lane and Merthyr Tydfil law courts at around 7.30pm on Sunday, February 1, 2026. CCTV footage showed the three men approaching the victim and speaking with him for around 10 minutes before the assault began. While Pike launched a violent attack, repeatedly punching and kneeing the victim in the head, and Colin rifled through the victim's jacket pockets, Winstone made off with a large suitcase belonging to the victim.

Pleaded guilty to robbery.

10 Mar 2026

Micahel Davies

Sexual assault and stalking *

Sentence

imprisonment

Micahel Davies sexually assaulted a teenager on a bus and, after release, began a six-year stalking campaign against his victim.

Initially imprisoned for assault, later for stalking.

10 Mar 2026

Paul Gurney

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and criminal damage *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Paul Gurney, 33, formerly of Merlin’s Bridge but now of no fixed abode, broke into his ex-partner’s home on October 1, 2025, smashing a window on the door and forcing his way inside. He grabbed his former partner, spat in her face, and threw her to the ground where she landed on the broken glass, suffering cuts to her knees. On October 6, 2025, he turned up uninvited at her Haverfordwest home, grabbed her by the throat, pinned her against a wall, and punched the wall next to her head twice, causing damage to the property. The relationship, which began in 2024, was described as volatile and toxic, with Gurney exhibiting jealousy. He had 42 previous convictions from 30 court appearances and was subject to two suspended sentences at the time of the offences.

Initially denied the offences but pleaded guilty on the morning of his trial. Sentence included activation of two months from prior suspended sentences. Judge commented that the defendant was in a rage, out of control, violent and aggressive towards the victim. Defence highlighted difficult upbringing, gaps in criminal history, and productive use of time in custody completing courses. A five-year restraining order was granted to protect the victim.

10 Mar 2026

Ricardo Spriggs

Unspecified offence *

Sentence

imprisonment

Police went to look for Ricardo Spriggs when he was reported missing, leading to multiple arrests and his imprisonment.

Arrested on multiple occasions after being reported missing.

10 Mar 2026

Adam Aviet

Possession with intent to supply Class B drugs *

Sentence

13 months' imprisonment

Adam Aviet, 37, was detained by officers outside the Etap Hotel in Cardiff on February 2, 2026, and told police that the drugs in a rucksack placed in a BMW by Gareth Morris belonged to him. A search uncovered 424g of cannabis in the bag, and Aviet was also found with 1g of cannabis resin.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class B drugs. Has previous convictions for drug trafficking.

10 Mar 2026

Charlotte Cassidy

Theft *

Sentence

imprisonment

Charlotte Cassidy, 29, gave her vulnerable victim a sleeping pill, rubbed cream into his leg, sat on his lap, and along with her brother and dad stole thousands from him.

Sentenced with her brother and father; one of them only has to pay £10 back.

10 Mar 2026

Jonathan Pike

Robbery *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Jonathan Pike, along with Jason Colin and Matthew Winstone, was spotted acting suspiciously near Hong Kong Lane and Merthyr Tydfil law courts at around 7.30pm on Sunday, February 1, 2026. CCTV footage showed the three men approaching the victim and speaking with him for around 10 minutes before the assault began. Pike launched a violent attack, repeatedly punching and kneeing the victim in the head, while Colin rifled through the victim's jacket pockets and Winstone made off with a large suitcase belonging to the victim.

Pleaded guilty to robbery.

10 Mar 2026

Jason Colin

Robbery *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Jason Colin, along with Jonathan Pike and Matthew Winstone, was spotted acting suspiciously near Hong Kong Lane and Merthyr Tydfil law courts at around 7.30pm on Sunday, February 1, 2026. CCTV footage showed the three men approaching the victim and speaking with him for around 10 minutes before the assault began. While Pike launched a violent attack, repeatedly punching and kneeing the victim in the head, Colin rifled through the victim's jacket pockets, and Winstone made off with a large suitcase belonging to the victim.

Pleaded guilty to robbery.

10 Mar 2026

Gareth Morris

Unspecified offence *

Sentence

imprisonment

Gareth Morris, 48, and Adam Aviet, 37, were involved in an incident where one looked shifty on hotel CCTV, leading to their arrest and sentencing.

Sentenced with Adam Aviet after being caught on hotel CCTV.

10 Mar 2026

Luke Jancouski

Assault *

Sentence

one year and six months in prison

In early January 2026, three 11-year-old children were playing in Aberdare Park when they were approached by Luke Jancouski, who then attacked them. One child was poked in the eye and struck on the head, a second was punched with such force that he lost a tooth, and the third was punched in the nose. South Wales Police identified Jancouski as the attacker after reviewing CCTV footage from the park, which captured a distinctive tattoo on his hand linking him to the assault.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and one count of assault by beating.

5 Mar 2026

Michael Cassidy

Fraud *

Sentence

21 weeks imprisonment suspended for 21 months, 200 hours unpaid work, £10 confiscation

Michael Cassidy, 21, assisted family in defrauding vulnerable Paul William Lambert through Fix A Drive's poor quality work on Bridgend home and coercive tactics including attending victim's home uninvited, rummaging documents, and attempting to take him shopping for tiles while planning to buy Rolex for sister Charlotte. Involved in withdrawing £25,000 from pension, £17,000 to company plus £1,000. Total loss to victim £20,900.

Pleaded guilty to transferring criminal property and engaging in an unfair commercial practice. Benefited £38,952 but no available assets. POCA hearing.

2 Mar 2026

William Cassidy

Fraud *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

William Cassidy, 53, part of family firm Fix A Drive, targeted Paul William Lambert for shoddy home improvements in Bridgend and a couple in Ogmore-by-Sea with £17,500 quote increased to £18,400, demanding upfront payments and using fraudulent card payments for materials (£3,061, £2,000, £2,500). Intimidated victims by threatening to rip up driveway with excavator, claiming Traveller community ties, and coercing female victim to withdraw money. Total loss to second victims £33,700.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of engaging in an unfair commercial practice and one count of fraud.

2 Mar 2026

February 2026 4 cases

Rudinos Sojati

Cannabis production *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment

Rudinos Sojati, 29, an electrician from Claude Road, Roath, Cardiff, was discovered tending to a sophisticated cannabis factory in a terraced house at Council Street, Penydarren, Merthyr Tydfil, on December 27, 2025. Police responded to reports of suspicious activity, including torches being shone inside the house. Upon knocking, Sojati answered with wet trousers soiled with dirt. A search revealed a wardrobe with a ladder leading to a hole in the ceiling, accessing an attic space equipped with thermal foil and industrial-grade lighting containing 45 cannabis plants valued between £4,000 and £5,200. Two phones were seized, but Sojati refused to provide PINs. He denied ownership, stating 'It's not mine. I have nothing in my address.'

Pleaded guilty to cannabis production. No previous convictions. Described as a pleasant and respectful family man with a nine-month old baby. Judge noted he had a good job, regular income, and drove over an hour to the site.

23 Feb 2026

Richard Munkley

Robbery *

Sentence

2 years and 5 months in prison

Richard Munkley, 48, from Merthyr Tydfil, committed a robbery at the Nisa Local convenience store on Brecon Road, initially reported as shoplifting but investigated as a more serious offence. He was tracked down by South Wales Police’s Safer Neighbourhood Team and identified through evidence.

Pleaded guilty to theft and robbery. Prolific offender with prior convictions.

18 Feb 2026

Samoila Vasile

Entering UK in breach of deportation order *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

Samoila Vasile, 21, of Fishponds Road, Bristol, walked past an 88-year-old man withdrawing cash from Lloyds Bank in Merthyr Tydfil town centre on January 9, 2025, while Marian Barbu distracted the victim and stole £500. Vasile was involved in the incident and both were arrested the next day on the M5 in Gloucestershire inside a vehicle. It was discovered Vasile was in breach of a deportation order.

Pleaded guilty to knowingly entering the UK in breach of deportation order. Has nine previous convictions including theft, robbery, and criminal damage. Remorseful, has a three-year-old daughter in Romania.

12 Feb 2026

Marian Barbu

Theft *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Marian Barbu, 30, of Fulham Street, Oldham, approached an 88-year-old man withdrawing cash from Lloyds Bank in Merthyr Tydfil town centre on January 9, 2025, distracted him by saying 'Cancel' and confusing him, then took £500 from the ATM as it dispensed the money. He placed a device on the machine before walking away. The victim was left in shock and contacted police later that day. Barbu and Vasile were arrested the next day on the M5 in Gloucestershire inside a vehicle. Both were in breach of deportation orders.

Pleaded guilty to theft and knowingly entering the UK in breach of deportation order. Has 14 previous convictions including theft, robbery and deportation offence. Will be deported to Romania following sentence, separated from five children in the UK.

12 Feb 2026

January 2026 3 cases

Courtney Dale

Supply of class A drugs *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Courtney Dale, 26, of Brynbala Way, Trowbridge, Cardiff, was linked to two drugs lines advertising the sale of class A drugs, crack cocaine and heroin. During a South Wales Police operation late in 2025, the phones sent over 2,300 text messages to up to 70 people. He was arrested on December 29, 2025, with a pink iPhone, a black Nokia phone hidden behind a pipe, and £5,845 in cash seized. Dale had a drug debt and worked for drug dealers to pay it off.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and being concerned in the supply of heroin. Has 13 previous convictions for 29 offences. Will serve half in custody and remainder on licence.

26 Jan 2026

William Decarvalho

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs *

Sentence

28 months detention in a young offenders institute

William Decarvalho, 19, of Thesiger Street, Cathays, was caught by police in Cardiff at Fitzalan Place, Adamsdown, on his bicycle wearing a black coat and black balaclava. Officers witnessed him engaging in hand-to-hand exchanges with three known drug users. He attempted to ride off but was detained and searched, revealing four wraps of crack cocaine worth £40, £700 in cash, and a machete. A Nokia-style burner phone contained messages advertising the sale of heroin and crack cocaine, indicating he was 'live'. He had built up a drugs debt leading to being stabbed twice and shot due to associations with the underworld.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A drugs, two counts of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs, and possession of a bladed article. Of previous good character. Immature with difficult upbringing and adverse childhood experiences leading to homelessness. Involved in drug world due to associations with the underworld, resulting in being shot and stabbed on two occasions. Judge Jeremy Jenkins noted involvement in supply of class A drugs justifies term of detention.

26 Jan 2026

Mark Wheeler

Intentional strangulation and assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Mark Wheeler, 48, of Main Road, Gwaelod-y-Garth, Cardiff, strangled his partner until she lost consciousness on October 25, 2025, after an argument while heavily intoxicated. He laughed and accused her of pretending when she regained consciousness, then strangled her again. On October 28, 2025, he assaulted her again by punching her in the head, strangling her, and hitting her twice over the head with an empty vodka bottle, threatening to kill her. The victim suffered bruises to her head and arm, and aching to her neck and shoulders. The relationship was described as extremely toxic due to his violent behaviour.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of intentional strangulation and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. No previous convictions. Alcoholism cited in mitigation but not as an excuse. Judge Jeremy Jenkins described the acts as the ultimate act of cowardice.

10 Jan 2026

December 2025 10 cases

Chanelle Guest

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

21-month detention suspended for 21 months, 100 hours unpaid work, 2-year driving ban

On May 17, 2025, in the car park of Brecon High School, Chanelle Guest, then 17, was driving a Renault Clio she was not insured for. The 17-year-old victim sat on the bonnet while she drove, and during a right-hand turn, he fell off, striking his head on the road. He sustained a fractured skull, multiple brain bruises, bleeding, and a permanent brain injury affecting short-term memory and daily life. Guest and friends rushed to help; emergency services found him bleeding from his ear and semi-conscious. She admitted the offence.

Of good character prior to offence. Utterly remorseful. Judge noted tragic accident due to youthful behaviour, no ill will from victim's parents.

23 Dec 2025

Dafydd Evans

Controlling prostitution for gain *

Sentence

45 months imprisonment

Dafydd Evans, 61, of The Hayes, Cathays, used the Grindr dating app to recruit vulnerable men from Ukraine and Brazil to work as prostitutes at his massage parlour in Cardiff. He ran the operation under the guise of a legitimate business, advertising massages and sexual services online, including prices and acts available. Evans provided the premises and equipment like condoms and lubricant, taking 50% commission from earnings, making around £40,000. Money passed through his bank accounts under business names StickyBirds.com and Adore Vanilla. He was also convicted of possessing indecent images of prepubescent boys engaging in sexual activity with each other and adults, and planned to travel to Turkey to meet young boys before his arrest.

Made subject to sex offender notification requirements and a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for 10 years. Pleaded not guilty but convicted by jury. Judge described him as a common pimp who preyed on vulnerable men. One prior conviction for causing death by dangerous driving. Became a mentor in prison.

22 Dec 2025

Liam Jonathan

Possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

On May 27, 2025, Liam Jonathan was seen on Waunrhydd Road in Tonyrefail holding and brandishing a black imitation handgun, resembling a Glock, pointing it at traffic on the A4119 bridge and holding it sideways like in gangster films. He approached people at a bus stop, fiddled with the weapon, claimed he had done time for armed robbery, said he had the gun to protect women, children, and himself from gangsters and drug dealers, and later admitted it was a water pistol. He boarded a bus, flashed the weapon's handle at the driver when asked to hurry, leading to police intervention. Officers arrested him after a struggle, recovering the non-functioning air pistol from his waistband, along with a kitchen knife and screwdriver in his bags. The incident caused significant fear and distress to the public.

Pleaded guilty. 20% discount applied. Has 19 previous convictions including violence, robbery, and public disorder. Was suffering from a hypomanic episode due to stopping bipolar medication.

21 Dec 2025

Ieuan Crump

Sexual Assault *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Ieuan Crump, 27, of Gwerthonor Lane, Gilfach, Caerphilly, sexually assaulted two vulnerable female patients at the Grange Hospital in Cwmbran in August 2021 while working as a trainee health worker. He targeted young women in physical pain who had been given oramorph pain medication, leading to confusion. On the first victim, he performed unnecessary bladder scans, touched her vagina, groin, anus, and around her breasts without clinical reason, and assaulted her with his finger in private after his female colleague left the room. On the second victim, post-surgery and disorientated, he placed a finger inside her vagina under the guise of medical treatment, touched her genitals during a bladder scan, opened her legs, and conducted further assaults without gloves. The victims suffered severe psychological harm, including PTSD, anxiety, suicide attempts, loss of trust in healthcare, and life disruptions. Crump denied the charges but was unanimously convicted after a trial at Cardiff Crown Court.

Found guilty of nine charges of sexual assault, including three counts of assault by penetration. Will serve two thirds in custody before release. Subject to sex offender notification requirements for life and restraining orders in respect of each victim. Defence described him as a young man of previous good character who volunteered for St John Ambulance.

18 Dec 2025

Kushi Alket

Cannabis production *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment

Kushi Alket, 35, of Hillfield Road, Selsey, West Sussex, was discovered tending to a cannabis factory at Hirwaun Industrial Estate after police were alerted to a burglary at eight separate units on June 3, 2025. The factory consisted of three rooms with a total of 424 cannabis plants (104 in the first room full of soil, 202 in the second room, and 118 in the third room full of soil), cultivation equipment, and a living area with beds, a fridge, and two air pistols. Some plants were stolen during the burglary. Alket was identified via CCTV footage, a vehicle registered in his name, and fingerprints on objects inside the unit. He was arrested on September 5, 2025, in Hampshire. The potential yield was up to 16.9kg with a value between £27,400 and £87,800.

Pleaded guilty to cannabis production. No previous convictions. Albanian national. Sentence allows immediate release due to time spent in custody (over three months).

15 Dec 2025

Roxanne Gilder

Possession with intent to supply cocaine *

Sentence

21 months imprisonment suspended for 24 months with 15 day rehabilitation activity requirement

Roxanne Gilder, 33, of Penrhys Road, was involved in the supply of cocaine alongside her partner Tony Mann. On August 23, 2025, they were arrested by South Wales Police's organised crime unit in Tylorstown, Rhondda. A search of her home revealed 118g of cocaine in a takeaway pot, drug paraphernalia, a tick list, a knuckleduster, uncounted cash, and a phone with messages directing drug runners and discussing debts. The operation involved coordinating supplies to customers, with Gilder playing a subordinate role.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine, being concerned in the supply of cocaine, and possession of an offensive weapon. Of previous good character. Played a lesser and subordinate role to co-defendant Tony Mann.

11 Dec 2025

Tony Mann

Possession with intent to supply cocaine *

Sentence

57 months imprisonment

Tony Mann, 28, of Miskin Road, Trealaw, Tonypandy, was involved in the supply of cocaine alongside his partner Roxanne Gilder. On August 23, 2025, they were arrested by South Wales Police's organised crime unit in Tylorstown, Rhondda. A search of Gilder's home in Penrhys Road revealed 118g of cocaine in a takeaway pot, drug paraphernalia, a tick list, a knuckleduster, uncounted cash, and a phone with messages directing drug runners and discussing debts. At Mann's address, two SIM cards and a diary were found. Mann was found with £205 cash and a phone. The phones contained evidence of coordinating drug supplies to customers.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine and being concerned in the supply of cocaine. Has six previous convictions for possession of cannabis and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. In mitigation, abandoned by family and was homeless for a period in Swansea. Judge noted he became indebted to supplier and involved partner in selling drugs, describing it as a substantial, professional operation.

11 Dec 2025

Rhys Lloyd

Sexual activity with underage girl *

Sentence

Sentence not specified

Rhys Lloyd, now 21, had sex with an underage girl in a car after 'taking advantage' of her.

Judge told him his actions were 'utterly reprehensible' after engaging in sexual activity with an underage girl.

4 Dec 2025

Alfie Wheeler

Arson with intent to endanger life *

Sentence

Sentence not specified

Alfie Wheeler, 19, and Auryn Gustur, 19, admitted their involvement in starting the fire at a terraced house in Protheroe Street, Ferndale.

Admitted arson with intent to endanger life; fire destroyed a house.

4 Dec 2025

Auryn Gustur

Arson with intent to endanger life *

Sentence

Sentence not specified

Alfie Wheeler, 19, and Auryn Gustur, 19, admitted their involvement in starting the fire at a terraced house in Protheroe Street, Ferndale.

Admitted arson with intent to endanger life; fire destroyed a house.

4 Dec 2025

November 2025 7 cases

Ashley Murphy

Concerned in supply of cocaine *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Ashley Murphy, 37, of Cefn Bryn, Trebanog, Porth, was present during the arrest on March 26, 2025. Phone searches revealed evidence of active involvement in the supply of Class A drugs, including offers for sales.

Phone indicated active involvement in drug supply, including sales offers; present during arrest.

21 Nov 2025

Sara Qamber

Concerned in supply of cocaine *

Sentence

2 years and 7 months imprisonment

Sara Qamber, 30, of Park View, Llanharan, Pontyclun, was present during the arrest on March 26, 2025. Phone evidence showed messages discussing drug transactions and a recent financial transfer to Kyle Hughes.

Phone contained messages discussing drug transactions and connections with Hughes; present during arrest.

21 Nov 2025

Stephen Williams

Concerned in supply of cocaine *

Sentence

2 years and 9 months imprisonment

On March 26, 2025, officers from South Wales Police's Organised Crime Unit searched the property of Stephen Williams, 41, on East Road, Tylorstown, Ferndale, where they found a locked safe containing 1,681 grams of cocaine, weighing scales, sandwich bags for packaging drugs, and other drug paraphernalia. Williams claimed the safe belonged to Kyle Hughes.

Found with locked safe containing 1,681 grams of cocaine, weighing scales, and packaging materials.

21 Nov 2025

Matthew Perkins

Concerned in supply of cocaine, possession with intent to supply cocaine, possession of cocaine *

Sentence

5 years and 7 months imprisonment

On March 26, 2025, around 6.45pm, Matthew Perkins, 43, of Upper Gynor Place, Ynyshir, Porth, was arrested after paying Kyle Hughes £25,000 for involvement in the supply of Class A drugs. A large quantity of cocaine was found at his property.

Paid £25,000 to Hughes; large quantity of cocaine found at his property, which he denied knowledge of.

21 Nov 2025

Kyle Hughes

Concerned in supply of cocaine, production of cannabis, possession with intent to supply cocaine *

Sentence

5 years and 11 months imprisonment

On March 26, 2025, Kyle Hughes, 31, of Penrhys Avenue, Tylorstown, was stopped by police in his Renault Megane and searched, recovering £7,000 in cash. A search of his home revealed a cannabis farm with 17 plants. Phone evidence showed recent financial transfer from Sara Qamber and involvement in drug supply.

Stopped in vehicle with £7,000 cash; home contained cannabis farm with 17 plants; phone evidence of drug transactions.

21 Nov 2025

Richard James Pugh

Supplying a minor with alcohol *

Sentence

£500 fine plus £200 surcharge and £650 costs

Richard James Pugh, a 41-year-old former head of science at Llangatwg Community School in Neath, messaged a child pupil on social media and provided her with unwanted attention. He gave her a Christmas card signed 'your best buddy' with a kiss, and placed a gift bag in her school bag containing a can of Malibu and pineapple, biscuits, iced coffees, a Nando's voucher, and a vape in early January 2025. The child felt anxious, isolated, vulnerable, and affected in her education due to his actions.

Pleaded guilty to supplying a minor with alcohol. Judge noted he could not tell the truth and damaged trust in his profession. 12-month restraining order granted separately.

19 Nov 2025

Leon Patrick

Conspiracy to produce class C controlled drugs *

Sentence

31 months imprisonment

Leon Patrick, 31, from Kent, was involved in operating an illegal Valium factory at a vehicle repair garage in Rudry Road, Newport, where over 200,000 tablets of MDMA (Class A) and Bromazolam (Class C) were manufactured using pill packaging and labelling machinery. Additionally, a cannabis cultivation was hidden behind a picture frame in the garage wall, and £50,000 worth of cannabis was found at his home address. The operation was on an industrial scale with a street value of up to £200,000 for the tablets.

Pleaded guilty in August 2025. Sentenced for conspiracy to produce class C controlled drugs, production of class B controlled drug and possession with intent to supply class B controlled drugs.

17 Nov 2025

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Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court, located in Merthyr Tydfil, is a Crown Court that handles serious criminal cases including murder, rape, robbery, and other indictable offences. With 146 sentencing records in our database, it is one of the Crown Courts serving the Merthyr Tydfil area. Crown Courts sit with a judge and jury, and have the power to impose the full range of sentences available under UK law.

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