Mold Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 155 verdicts at Mold Crown Court (Flintshire). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Cassie Evans

Wounding with intent

November 3, 2025

Sentence: 32 months imprisonment

On August 18, 2025, at around 6pm in Lord Street, Wrexham city centre, Cassie Evans, who had consumed a litre of gin before leaving home and additional drinks, became angry and agitated towards Aled Roberts during a gathering near benches where tensions rose after some teenagers approached the group. Earlier in the day, something had happened between Evans and Roberts. CCTV footage showed Evans walking to a bin, smashing a bottle against it, and then striking Roberts in the neck with the neck of the broken bottle in a determined assault intent on inflicting a significant wound. Roberts suffered a one to two inch wound which was cleaned and closed with steri strips at hospital; he declined further treatment. He now fears consequences, feels paranoid, scared, and depressed. Police were called and Evans arrested.

Admitted wounding with intent and possession of an offensive weapon. Concurrent 8-month sentence for offensive weapon offence. Five-year restraining order prohibiting contact with victim. Judge noted consumption of a litre of gin prior to incident.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Leo O'regan

Wounding with intent

October 20, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

On 20 February 2025, during an altercation on Brighton Road in Rhyl, Leo O'Regan repeatedly struck a 64-year-old man with a metal wrench, causing significant head injuries and leaving the victim bloodied. He also assaulted a 40-year-old woman during the incident. O'Regan was arrested at his home address on Brighton Road, Rhyl, where the weapon was seized.

Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent, assault by beating, and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place. Subject to a 10-year restraining order for the protection of both victims.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Michael Barrie Kennedy

Illegal money lending and money laundering

October 18, 2025

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years and 250 hours community service

Michael Barrie Kennedy operated as an illegal lender over an eight-year period, targeting approximately 30 victims, mostly colleagues from the Chester branch of a restaurant chain where he worked as a waiter. He exploited their financial difficulties during the cost-of-living crisis, offering loans with interest rates of 50% to 100% and penalty fees up to £150 for missed payments. He advertised informally via word of mouth and Facebook posts, falsely claiming backing by a partner to intimidate borrowers, trapping them in spiralling debt.

Pleaded guilty to illegal money lending and money laundering. Investigation by Stop Loan Sharks Wales. Ordered to do 250 hours of community service.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Bradley Underwood

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

October 16, 2025

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment

Bradley Underwood, 28, from Bridgewater Street, Sale, Manchester, was in an on-off relationship with the victim that turned toxic. During an off period, the woman went for a drink with his friends in Holywell, Flintshire. Underwood threatened to 'smash your head in' if she had a relationship with any of them. On September 17, he hit her on the head with the handle of a screwdriver. On other occasions that month, he punched and kicked her back, arms, and legs. He also caused criminal damage to her mobile phone.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Concurrent 1 month for criminal damage to mobile phone. Judge described the attack as 'brutal' and 'terrifying'. Defendant has ADHD and emotionally unstable personality disorder.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

John Leonard Atherton

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

October 15, 2025

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

John Leonard Atherton, 39, of East Parade, Rhyl, committed two assaults on his former partner. On December 8, 2024, after returning home intoxicated, he dragged her by the hair, punched her face, and threatened to put a pickaxe through her head, causing swelling and a lump. In April 2025, he sent suicidal threats, entered her home at 2am on April 6, accused her of infidelity, headbutted her while holding a knife to her chest, threw a knife at her car, and smashed her car window, leaving her covered in glass and bleeding. She fled to Rhyl Police Station. Atherton was arrested after a chase and expressed regret, citing heartbreak.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and possession of a knife in a private place. Concurrent 9-month term for knife possession. Five-year Domestic Abuse Protection Order imposed. Sentenced on his 39th birthday.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Shannon Ives

Child cruelty

October 3, 2025

Sentence: Substantial prison sentence

Shannon Ives, mother of Ethan Ives-Griffiths, was living with her parents Michael and Kerry Ives at the time of the incident. She was convicted of child cruelty and causing or allowing the death of her two-year-old son, who died on August 16, 2021, after collapsing with a fatal head injury. Evidence showed Ethan was neglected, underweight, and abused, with accusations that Shannon hit him. She denied the charges but was found guilty.

Found guilty of child cruelty and causing or allowing the death of a child; judge indicated an immediate custodial sentence is likely.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

John Atherton

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

October 1, 2025

Sentence: 2.5 years imprisonment

John Atherton assaulted his former partner twice, threatened her with a knife and a pickaxe, and smashed her car window during a deteriorating two-year relationship that ended in April 2025 due to his alcohol issues.

Admitted two assaults occasioning actual bodily harm and possession of a knife. Sentenced on his 39th birthday.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Aiden Williams

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving

October 1, 2025

Sentence: 18 months detention

Aiden Williams drove a scooter at 60mph in a 20mph zone on Ruabon Road, Johnstown, Wrexham, on April 8, 2025, colliding with pedestrian Emma Jones, sending her ten feet into the air and causing a fractured eye socket.

James Partington

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and intentional strangulation

September 25, 2025

Sentence: 14 months detention in a young offenders institution suspended for 12 months, and 12 months concurrent for intentional strangulation suspended for 12 months, plus 180 hours of unpaid work and up to 10 days of rehabilitation activity

On July 22, 2023, in Rhyl High Street, James Partington approached Nathan Dudey after being punched by him, choked him until his face turned purple, causing him to struggle for breath, while his father also kicked the victim. Partington was convicted after a trial for the assault.

Reacted impulsively to an incident, claimed excessive self-defence which was rejected, expressed remorse, and was studying marine mechanical engineering at university while dealing with personal trauma from his brother's death.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Jerry Berry

Burglary

September 25, 2025

Sentence: Three years and 10 months imprisonment, disqualified from driving for 71 months

Jerry Berry conducted a series of burglaries in residential properties in Wrexham, Holywell, Chester, and Nantwich, as well as at St Paul's Church in Rhosesmor, between June and July 2025. He stole keys, vehicles including two Audi A3s, a Volkswagen Tiguan, a Volkswagen Polo, and a van containing plumbing tools, along with cash and a purse. One burglary occurred while a family was on holiday. On July 16, 2025, he was spotted in a stolen vehicle, leading police on a high-speed chase reaching speeds of 100mph in 30mph zones, driving dangerously around bends and roundabouts. He fled on foot but was arrested hours later.

Entered early guilty pleas; has 22 convictions for 81 offences including theft and motoring crimes; police were commended for their work in capturing him.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Shaun Royce

Affray

September 25, 2025

Sentence: 26 months imprisonment

On May 26, Shaun Royce pressed a lit cigarette onto his mother's forehead for about ten seconds at her supported living flat in Wrexham, threatened her with a large serrated knife, and set fire to a table cloth, causing flames up to 50 cm high. He smashed windows and damaged the flat extensively. Later, on June 10-11, he breached bail conditions, struggled with police officers, and made threats to harm their families. The incident left his mother fearing for her life and resulted in significant damage costing over £1,400 for window replacements alone.

Admitted to affray, arson, and other offences. Diagnosed with PTSD, paranoia, and possible schizophrenia; was self-medicating with illicit substances. The judge described his actions as horrendous and noted that mental health issues could not assist due to his choices. A Domestic Abuse Protection Order was made for five years.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Sam Edwards

Affray

September 24, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

Sam Edwards, 33, of Tryweryn Place, Wrexham, entered a flat uninvited on September 20, 2024, armed with a 20cm-long Phillips screwdriver. He approached the door of two men, Mike Burns and Adam Wilkinson, made several stabbing motions, demanded money, and lunged towards Mr Burns. Although no clear injury was confirmed, the incident caused fear and exacerbated the victims' anxiety, ADHD, and autism. Edwards was under the influence, slurring his speech and unsteady when police arrived.

Judge commented that the defendant resorts to violence or threats of violence all too easily and that the community needs a rest from him. He was also sentenced to one month imprisonment concurrently for failing to attend an earlier court hearing.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Rhys Jones

Drug conspiracy

September 23, 2025

Sentence: Pay £1 under Proceeds of Crime Act

Rhys Jones led the Wrexham operation for a seven-strong gang that made over £2m by flooding the streets of North Wales with cocaine, heroin, and ketamine from Merseyside, even while in prison at HMP Berwyn.

Benefit figure was £732,133.58; judge gave time to repay or face imprisonment if not paid.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Kane Reeves

Drug conspiracy

September 23, 2025

Sentence: Pay £1 under Proceeds of Crime Act

Kane Reeves was part of a seven-strong gang that made over £2m by flooding the streets of North Wales with cocaine, heroin, and ketamine from Merseyside as part of an organised crime group.

Benefit figure was £388,395.06; judge gave time to repay or face imprisonment if not paid.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Jason Young

Drug trafficking

September 23, 2025

Sentence: £150 confiscation order

Jason Young, 25, of Bryn Hafod, Wrexham, was a member of an organised crime group that plotted to flood North Wales with cocaine, heroin, and ketamine from Merseyside, making over £2 million in profits. The gang was caught as part of Operation Leap, and Young's involvement included benefiting from £358,679.40, though only £150 was recoverable.

Part of a drugs gang involved in supplying cocaine, heroin, and ketamine; ordered to repay under Proceeds of Crime Act or face imprisonment.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Dwayne Pritchard

Drug conspiracy

September 23, 2025

Sentence: Pay £1 under Proceeds of Crime Act

Dwayne Pritchard was part of a seven-strong gang that made over £2m by flooding the streets of North Wales with cocaine, heroin, and ketamine from Merseyside as part of an organised crime group.

Benefit figure was £249,195.13; judge gave time to repay or face imprisonment if not paid.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Edmund Partyka

Drug conspiracy

September 23, 2025

Sentence: Pay £1 under Proceeds of Crime Act

Edmund Partyka was part of a seven-strong gang that made over £2m by flooding the streets of North Wales with cocaine, heroin, and ketamine from Merseyside, while in prison at HMP Berwyn.

Benefit figure was £399,940.84; judge gave time to repay or face imprisonment if not paid.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Garry Sullivan

Drug trafficking

September 23, 2025

Sentence: £418.90 confiscation order

Garry Sullivan, 50, of Milestone Road, Kirkby, Merseyside, was a member of an organised crime group led by Anthony Howey that plotted to flood North Wales with cocaine, heroin, and ketamine from Merseyside, making over £2 million in profits. The gang was caught as part of Operation Leap, and Sullivan's involvement included benefiting from £223,138.49, though only £418.90 was recoverable.

Part of a drugs gang involved in supplying cocaine, heroin, and ketamine; ordered to repay under Proceeds of Crime Act or face imprisonment; police destroyed his phones without court order, containing emotional material.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Anthony Howey

Drug conspiracy

September 23, 2025

Sentence: Order made under Proceeds of Crime Act (amount not specified)

Anthony Howey led a seven-strong gang that made over £2m by flooding the streets of North Wales with cocaine, heroin, and ketamine from Merseyside. He was caught in Kirkby when officers attempted to box in his car, resulting in damage to three police vehicles.

An order has already been made; he led the organised crime group and was caught in Kirkby with police cars damaged during his arrest.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Brooklyn O'brien

Threatening a person with a bladed article

September 23, 2025

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment

Brooklyn O'Brien, while under the influence of cocaine, brandished a knife and forced a vulnerable 19-year-old victim with ADHD to drive a van at speeds up to 100mph on April 13, 2024. He threatened the victim, saying he would send 'some of the boys' after him if he stopped. During the drive, O'Brien screamed, shouted, kicked the dashboard, and grabbed the steering wheel. The incident ended when the victim sought help, and O'Brien later threatened him again.

The judge condemned the defendant's appalling behaviour and noted his remorse after remand in custody. He was under the influence of cocaine and showed impulsive behaviour.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Christopher Voase

Dangerous driving

September 18, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment

Christopher Voase was driving a Volkswagen on the A55 without a licence or insurance. He evaded police, went the wrong way around a roundabout, narrowly avoided a bus, crashed into a police car, and continued driving until stopped and arrested after being challenged with a Taser on August 26.

Admitted to dangerous driving, driving with no licence, and no insurance. Panicked during police pursuit and breached court orders previously.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Stephen Mullins

Affray

September 18, 2025

Sentence: Two years and three months imprisonment

On August 21, Stephen Mullins approached a family in a Shotton playground, asking if they were from Poland and telling them to 'f*** off to your own country'. He produced a knife, shouted threats to kill them, punched a bystander who intervened, and bit a police officer's fingers during arrest. The incident was recorded by residents and involved hate-filled remarks about immigration.

The defendant was sentenced for affray and assault, with one month activated from a previous suspended sentence. He had consumed alcohol following the death of his uncle and was described as drunk and angry. The judge noted the offences occurred in the presence of children and involved violence against a police officer.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Carl Hefin Jones

Robbery

September 17, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

Carl Hefin Jones rode up to Roy Kay on a bike at around 3am on May 25 on the Cob on Conwy Bridge, between Llandudno Junction and Conwy. Appearing drunk and slurring his words, he claimed to have lost his watch and followed Mr Kay, who felt uncomfortable. Jones dismounted, grabbed Mr Kay's rucksack despite the victim trying to protect himself, and cycled away with it, which contained medication, water bottles, and a phone charger. Mr Kay hid in bushes as Jones returned to the scene. Jones was arrested about half an hour later with the rucksack, and CCTV footage showed his movements after the incident.

Admitted to robbery. Judge noted alcohol as a demon and emphasised a robust response to such offences. Defendant was drunk during the incident and claimed he was looking for his missing watch.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Reece Wynne

Rape

September 16, 2025

Sentence: 8 years and 1 month imprisonment

Reece Wynne subjected his victim to a vicious and sustained assault at a property in Flintshire, where he slapped, kicked, and stamped on her, causing significant facial injuries. When she attempted to escape through a window, he hauled her back and raped her. The incident occurred while both were drinking, and Wynne was excessively intoxicated. The victim reported the attack the next morning via messages and photos of her injuries.

Pled guilty to the offences; has a diagnosis for a mental disorder and a traumatic childhood; judge imposed an indefinite restraining order; concurrent sentences for assault and failing to comply with sex offender register.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Lee Wall

Supply of Cocaine

September 15, 2025

Sentence: 24 months imprisonment, suspended for 24 months

Police executed a search warrant at Lee Wall's home on June 4, discovering £400 cash, 64 grams of cocaine valued at £6,800 to £8,500, 13 grams of cannabis worth £160, and a tub of white powder. His phone contained messages related to drug dealing. He initially claimed the cocaine was for personal use and not for onward sale but later admitted to dealing in it, with the offences occurring from October 8 of the previous year until May 16 of the current year.

Admitted to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and other drug offences. Evidence from his mobile phone showed drug dealing messages. He is trying to rehabilitate and return to work, as indicated by his defence.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Kai Bell

Supply of Heroin and Crack Cocaine

September 11, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Kai Bell was involved in the distribution of heroin and crack cocaine in the Denbighshire area as part of the ‘Meech Line’ county line network. He routinely travelled to North Wales after sending bulk messages to local Class A drug users between April and July 2025. Police gathered evidence linking him to the supply of these drugs, and during a raid on his home in Wolverhampton, they recovered the Meech Line phone, 221 wraps of crack cocaine and heroin, knives, and over £2,000 in cash.

Pleaded guilty to drug offences, with the sentence reduced from six years and six months due to the guilty plea. He was involved in a county line drug operation and likened himself to a fast-food delivery service.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Bozhidar Velichkov

Possession of an offensive weapon

September 10, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order with 100 hours of unpaid work and up to 10 days of rehabilitation activity

On May 31, 2023, Bozhidar Velichkov chased another man from Bulgaria out of a house onto the street in Wrexham while only wearing his underpants and brandishing a Hoover pole as an offensive weapon. Police were called, and he displayed considerable aggression towards them, leading to his arrest and subsequent conviction.

Denied the charge but was convicted after a trial. The judge described his behaviour as 'appalling' and 'idiotic', noting he showed aggression to police and was in a 'downward spiral' after his relationship ended and an incident of drink driving.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Gareth Bird

Robbery

September 9, 2025

Sentence: 8 years imprisonment

Gareth Bird and Ricky Jones robbed Darren Millward at his home in Rhosddu Road, Wrexham on March 4, believing he was a drug dealer. They armed themselves with knives from the kitchen table, and Bird cut the victim's face, causing distress. Items including a firestick were stolen, and the victim now lives in fear, barricading his door.

Pleaded guilty to robbery. Motivated by financial gain based on the wrong belief the victim was a drug dealer. Used a knife to cut the victim's face, and the judge described the behaviour as 'wicked'.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Ricky Jones

Robbery

September 9, 2025

Sentence: 6 years and 4 months imprisonment

Ricky Jones and Gareth Bird robbed Darren Millward at his home in Rhosddu Road, Wrexham on March 4, mistakenly thinking he was a drug dealer. They armed themselves with knives, stole items including a firestick, and Jones made a threat to the victim, leading to ongoing fear and disruption in the victim's life.

Admitted robbery. Played a slightly lesser role than Gareth Bird and threatened to stab the victim if he contacted the police. The judge noted that alcohol was a factor in his behaviour.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Rob Rawlinson

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving

September 4, 2025

Sentence: 22-month suspended sentence, 180 hours unpaid work, up to 15 days rehabilitation activity, and 2-year driving disqualification

Rob Rawlinson deliberately drove his Vauxhall Corsa towards Liam Shacklady on a motorcycle near The Park pub on Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, on November 26, 2022, after following him due to a personal grudge. The collision caused Shacklady to slide 20 to 30 feet along the road, resulting in fractures to his left thigh bone, tibia, fibula, and foot, requiring multiple surgeries and hospital transfers.

Admitted causing serious injury by dangerous driving; motivated by a grudge related to his ex-partner's relationship; main carer for his two daughters, which influenced the suspended sentence; judge noted he deliberately manoeuvred his vehicle causing the collision.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Karl Taylor

Assault by penetration

September 4, 2025

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment with 1 year on licence

Karl Taylor sexually assaulted a young girl by penetration and other acts, including touching and causing her to engage in sexual activity, over an extended period. He frightened the victim into silence, leading to profound emotional harm, as described in impact statements from the victim and a relative.

Convicted after a trial of five child sex offences; shown no remorse; poses a high risk of serious harm to children; sentences for other offences run concurrently.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Andrew Morris

Possession of indecent images of children

September 4, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

Andrew Morris possessed a large collection of indecent images of children, including 354 category A still pictures and 76 movies, 927 category B still pictures and 39 movies, and 93,986 category C still pictures and 318 movies, accumulated over approximately a decade. Police discovered these images on his phone, laptop, and hard drive during a search of his home on October 10, 2023, using BitTorrent software investigation.

Admitted possessing indecent images of children. Judge described the behaviour as obsessive and utterly disgraceful. He has shown remorse, lost his job, and has support from a relative. Also received concurrent sentences of 18 months and 12 months for category B and C offences.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Danuta Czajk

Perverting the course of justice

September 4, 2025

Sentence: eight-month jail term suspended for 18 months

Danuta Czajk was the passenger in a VW Transporter that reversed into another vehicle on December 10, 2024. She falsely claimed to be the driver on a Notice of Intended Prosecution form, but police investigation, including witness testimony and a photograph, confirmed she was not driving, leading to her conviction for perverting the course of justice.

Czajk signed an official form claiming she was the driver of a vehicle when she was not, and she answered 'no comment' during police interview. The Crown Prosecution Service emphasised the seriousness of such acts.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Nicholas Roberts

Affray

September 3, 2025

Sentence: 18-month suspended jail term, 100 hours of unpaid work, and a 12-month ban from The Clwyd Arms pub

Nicholas Roberts attempted a 'kung fu-style' kick at Sam Stenner in The Clwyd Arms pub on Chester Road West in Shotton on December 22, 2022, but missed and fell over. His companions mistakenly believed Stenner had knocked him over, leading to a brawl. During the disturbance, Roberts punched Stenner, resulting in a broken nose and a partially dislocated shoulder for the victim.

Admitted affray; had stayed out of trouble since the incident nearly three years ago; judge described the initial kick as 'farcical'.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Stephen Harris

Arranging or facilitating the rape of a child under 13

September 1, 2025

Sentence: 13 and a half years imprisonment with five years on licence

Stephen Harris engaged in online conversations with an undercover police officer, discussing raping a baby and expressing interest in child sexual abuse, including arranging to meet with a supposed paedophile to assault a three-month-old child. He possessed 456 category A, 697 category B, and 943 category C indecent images of children. Harris was arrested on October 19, 2022, after these exchanges, and had a history of similar offences and behaviours, such as watching children on beaches and in restaurants.

Branded a dangerous offender; must serve at least two-thirds of the custodial term before applying for parole; subject to a sexual harm prevention order for life; defence claimed it was fantasy and he had completed prior sex offender treatment programmes.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Andrew Spriggs

Causing serious injury by careless or inconsiderate driving

August 29, 2025

Sentence: 12-week suspended jail term, £500 fine, and 12-month driving disqualification

Andrew Spriggs overtook a car on a bend on the A548 Coast Road at Mostyn, Flintshire, on March 29, 2023, crashing into an oncoming bus. This careless maneuver caused serious injuries to his passenger, Julie Rowlands, who suffered multiple fractures including to her wrist, arm, ribs, shoulder, and spine, requiring hospital treatment and ongoing health issues. Spriggs himself was injured and required critical care, and the bus driver was off work for four months with some passengers sustaining minor injuries.

Pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by careless driving; first offense; previously of good character; expressed remorse; incident described as a 'one off' by defense.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Jade Williams

Perverting the course of justice

August 28, 2025

Sentence: 7 months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months; 1 month concurrent for aggravated vehicle taking

Jade Williams was asked to look after Ian Edwards' cat while he was away from October 7 to October 30, 2023. Without consent, she took his white Vauxhall Safira car and crashed it into another vehicle on October 11, 2023, near Lidl in Wrexham, causing £4,500 in damage. She fled the scene and falsely blamed an accomplice named 'Simon', leading to charges of perverting the course of justice and aggravated vehicle taking.

Ordered to complete 15 days of rehabilitation activity. Disqualified from driving for 12 months. Defence suggested she has difficulties and could be rehabilitated in the community.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Simon Jones

Breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order

August 28, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment

Simon Jones was previously convicted for possessing indecent images of children (category A, B, and C) between November 17, 2023, and June 11, 2024, for which he received a suspended sentence and was made subject to a sexual harm prevention order. He breached this order three times between October 28, 2024, and January 1, 2025, by creating a Snapchat account and activating Disappearing Messages on WhatsApp during a routine police check on January 30, 2025.

Breached sexual harm prevention order three times; suffered from severe anxiety and depression; lost his mother recently; judge warned that his online activities are transparent.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Paul Billington

Affray

August 28, 2025

Sentence: 4 months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months

Paul Billington confronted two female police officers who were investigating a suspected road accident at his farm on Llyndir Lane, Burton-in-Rossett. He padlocked the gates to prevent them from leaving, citing concerns about infection to his pigs, and engaged in bullying and mocking behaviour, leaving one officer physically shaking. The incident occurred on September 27, 2024, and involved dogs roaming freely at the property.

Admitted affray; was verbally abusive and mocked police officers; judge described his behaviour as disgraceful and noted issues with women; ordered to complete 15 days of rehabilitation activity, wear an alcohol abstinence monitoring tag for 120 days, and pay £250 compensation to each officer.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Lloyd Thomas

Assault causing actual bodily harm

August 28, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment

Lloyd Thomas, 33, of Morlan Park, Rhyl, was thrown out of Tinker's Bar in Rhyl on June 1 after becoming aggressive while drinking. He hid behind a bush near Rhyl Town Hall and attacked his partner, Mia Flynn, by punching and kicking her, causing a head wound that required gluing in hospital. When her companion, Connor Bonny, tried to intervene, Thomas threatened him with a knife from his waistband. Thomas also harassed Ms Flynn repeatedly while on remand and after release, including making threatening calls and messages.

Father-of-two with issues related to drugs and drinking; judge imposed a Domestic Violence Protection Order prohibiting contact with the victim for 10 years and advised him to 'start afresh'.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Luis Onea

Shoplifting

August 27, 2025

Sentence: 21 weeks imprisonment

Luis Onea, 19, of no fixed abode, along with Mircea Petrovici, targeted multiple Boots stores in North Wales. They stole beauty products worth almost £2,000 from Boots in Llandudno, additional cosmetic items from Boots in Rhyl, and more than £1,300 worth of stock from Boots in Prestatyn. The spree also included stealing clothes and suitcases from TK Maxx in Llandudno. They were arrested shortly after the incidents on June 5, 2025, with the stolen items recovered.

Stole thousands of pounds worth of items during a shoplifting spree across Boots stores in Llandudno, Rhyl, and Prestatyn on June 5, 2025. Arrested nearby with some items recovered, and all stolen goods were found in a car.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Mircea Petrovici

Shoplifting

August 27, 2025

Sentence: 28 weeks imprisonment

Mircea Petrovici, 28, of no fixed abode, along with Luis Onea, targeted multiple Boots stores in North Wales. They stole beauty products worth almost £2,000 from Boots in Llandudno, additional cosmetic items from Boots in Rhyl, and more than £1,300 worth of stock from Boots in Prestatyn. The spree also included stealing clothes and suitcases from TK Maxx in Llandudno. They were arrested shortly after the incidents on June 5, 2025, with the stolen items recovered.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Cian Williams

Sexual abuse

August 27, 2025

Sentence: 9 years imprisonment

Cian Williams from Gwynedd targeted two teenage girls aged 13 and 14 on social media, knowing their ages. He attempted to collect one girl from school by claiming to be her brother and offered her drugs in exchange for sexual favours. The abuses occurred while he was on bail for grooming another young girl. Upon arrest, his mobile phones were found to contain nearly 200 images of young girls.

Pleaded guilty to charges including sexual communication with a child, two counts of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, and four counts of grooming a child. Also received an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and a 15-year restraining order.

Sources: cambrian-news.co.uk

Michelle Goodwin

Assault occasioning bodily harm

August 26, 2025

Sentence: 13 months imprisonment and a statutory surcharge

Michelle Goodwin assaulted an 81-year-old woman with advanced dementia at Cherry Tree care home in Coedpoeth, Wrexham, on December 26, 2023. She pulled the victim's head from side to side by the hair and shoved her into a chair, causing bruising. The victim, who was being assisted during mealtime, screamed during the incident and later required hospital treatment, including sedation for an MRI scan, and had to be moved to a different care home.

Denied the assault and was convicted after a trial. Judge Recorder Neal Owen-Casey noted her lack of insight and inability to be rehabilitated in the community, stating she abused the trust placed in her as a carer and showed no compassion.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Leon Mitchell

Dangerous Driving

August 21, 2025

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment

Leon Mitchell stole a motorised roller from Connah's Quay Cricket Club between 1.30am and 4.30am on June 3. He drove the vehicle for two miles while being pursued by police, swerving across the road, throwing bricks from a bucket in the roller at officers, and driving towards a police car, forcing it to reverse to avoid collision. The roller eventually crashed into a hedge. Mitchell refused to provide a breath sample and was already disqualified from driving.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving and other offences. Judge described the case as extraordinary, noting the defendant's immaturity, impulsiveness, and history of drinking and drug use. He was also given concurrent sentences of one month for unlawfully taking a motorised roller and four weeks for failing to provide a breath specimen. No separate penalties for driving while disqualified or criminal damage.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Peri Johnson

Possession of a bladed article in a public place

August 20, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment

Peri Johnson, 29, of Ffordd Pennant, Prestatyn, reacted to a disagreement involving his stepson and the victim's son by arming himself with a large silver kitchen knife and chasing Liam Richardson towards playing fields in Meliden on June 24, 2024. This caused an afterschool club to lockdown due to concerns for children's safety, with witnesses reporting children screaming and attempting to intervene. Johnson was arrested that evening after returning home.

The incident stemmed from a dispute over children; Johnson chased the victim with a knife, marking his third such offence in six years; he has an anti-social personality disorder and is a qualified chef; the judge noted his actions were utterly unjustified despite provocation.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Patrick Connors

Acquiring Criminal Property

August 13, 2025

Sentence: 3 years imprisonment

Patrick Connors received £21,000 from a rogue trader scam involving an 85-year-old victim who was conned out of around £85,000 for unnecessary work at his home in Northop, Flintshire, in spring 2019. Connors was not directly involved in the initial fraud but acquired the criminal property. He failed to appear in court and fled the country. In February 2025, he led police on a high-speed chase on the M1 and M69 motorways, reaching speeds up to 160mph, undertaking vehicles, and driving on the hard shoulder. He threw a bag of suspected white powder from the vehicle and provided false details upon arrest. No injuries or collisions occurred during the chase.

Pleaded guilty to acquiring criminal property, dangerous driving, and driving while disqualified. Had 17 prior convictions for offences including violence, dishonesty, and motoring crimes. Judge noted aggressive and highly dangerous manoeuvres during the pursuit.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

James Roden

Controlling or Coercive Behaviour

August 13, 2025

Sentence: 3 years imprisonment

James Roden, 38, of Dee Park, Holt, Wrexham, engaged in controlling and coercive behaviour towards his 68-year-old mother, who had complex health conditions and limited mobility. He moved in with her after his release from prison in 2022 and subjected her to financial abuse by demanding money for cannabis, as well as physical and emotional threats, including harm to himself, her, and his sister. This behaviour escalated over more than two years, leading to her carers stopping visits due to the risks he posed, resulting in her going unwashed, unkempt, and without meals for days. She kept knives under her mattress for protection and now lives in a care home, feeling isolated, embarrassed, and in fear.

Pleaded guilty early. Suffers from mental health issues including ADHD, autism, and conduct disorder. Was self-medicating with non-prescription drugs. Judge described him as obsessively controlling and intent on dominating the victim's life.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Anthony Wright

Grievous Bodily Harm with intent

August 8, 2025

Sentence: two years and three months in prison

Anthony Wright attacked Bahez Hamas Rasul in the beer garden of the Morgan Lloyd pub in Caernarfon on October 5, 2022. He approached the victim, punched him in the side of the head, and then struck him with a beer glass, causing injuries to his lip, nose, and eyebrow. The glass shattered, resulting in significant bleeding, and the victim required hospital treatment, including gluing wounds. Wright fled the scene but was later arrested and had prior failures to attend hearings.

The defendant had mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and paranoid schizophrenia, and a history of 25 previous convictions, including assaults. Judge Timothy Petts noted the attack was unprovoked and cited Wright's failure to cooperate with the sentencing process.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

Jack Dixon

Affray

August 7, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

Jack Dixon, 19, participated in the brawl outside the Angel pub in Welshpool on July 13, 2025, where the group followed and attacked three men. Police also found a large volume of cocaine and cannabis worth £900, along with weighing scales, at his home.

Pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity to affray and drug charges. Had a disruptive upbringing and used drugs for self-medication. Played a lesser role in drug supply and was influenced by others.

Sources: dailypost.co.uk

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