Mold Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 321 verdicts at Mold Crown Court (Flintshire). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

December 2023 3 cases

Mark Jones

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 16 years and 126 days

Mark Jones, 19, murdered his friend Kyle Walley, 19, by knifing him to death following an argument while watching the Euro 2020 final in Rhosymedre, Wrexham, on July 11, 2021. Obsessed with knives, Jones shared Snapchat videos showing them drinking, then a sinister clip saying he would 'chef someone up', an argument, Walley lifeless behind the sofa, Jones stamping on him, and later filming his blood-soaked hands while fleeing on a bike, claiming others were after Walley. He researched knives and a previous stabbing murder beforehand.

Convicted of murder. Judge called the Snapchat footage sickening and the killing despicable.

1 Dec 2023

Alun Titford

Manslaughter *

Sentence

7 years and 6 months imprisonment

Alun Titford, 45, and Sarah Lloyd-Jones neglected their disabled 16-year-old daughter Kaylea Titford to the point she died in her own filth at their family home in Powys in 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic. Kaylea weighed 23st, was lying in soiled clothing and bedding crawling with maggots and flies, her hair dirty and matted, body unwashed, skin ulcerated, with an unbearable rotting smell. Over £1,000 was spent on takeaway food in the three months before her death. Both parents ignored offers of help.

Convicted of manslaughter by gross negligence after denying the offence and blaming his partner. Judge rejected claims of lack of help during pandemic.

1 Dec 2023

Jamie Mitchell

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 22 years

Jamie Scott Mitchell, 25, murdered Steven Wilkinson on October 4, 2023, by chasing him into a dead-end alleyway at Jubilee Court complex in Buckley, Flintshire, and inflicting a single fatal six-to-seven-inch stab wound to the chest under the left armpit. Mitchell wrongly thought Wilkinson smashed a window at his mother's home and pursued him onto waste ground. He claimed they collided, but the victim's sister heard him confess to stabbing her brother after dropping the knife at home.

Convicted of murder. Claimed he only intended to scare the victim.

1 Dec 2023

November 2023 15 cases

Stephen Dixon

Assault and False Imprisonment *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Stephen Dixon participated in the sadistic attack on Matthew Williams on July 17 in Llanidloes, including spitting ammonia in the victim's face, tying him up with bandages after stripping him, smashing a mug over his head, and piercing his ears with a pin, as part of a 12-hour ordeal involving torture and false imprisonment.

Co-defendant who assisted in the assault; his actions were described as out of character due to alcohol issues and coercion by Butler; he had a previously settled life and only minor prior convictions for drink driving.

30 Nov 2023

Wayne Butler

Assault and False Imprisonment *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment

Wayne Butler led a sadistic revenge attack on vulnerable victim Matthew Williams during a 12-hour ordeal on July 17 in Llanidloes, involving carving his then-girlfriend's name into Williams' forehead with a Stanley knife, pulling out four teeth with a metal bar, beating him severely, throwing darts at him, attempting to suffocate him with a plastic bag, choking him, stripping him naked, binding him with bandages, and demanding money over a drug debt while threatening further violence.

Judge described the attack as sadistic and depraved; Butler was deemed a dangerous offender with a history of violent offending and mental health issues; he was under the influence of drugs and alcohol at the time.

30 Nov 2023

William Mcgrotty

Producing cannabis *

Sentence

8 months suspended for 18 months

William McGrotty, 61, assisted Ian Hunter in operating a cannabis factory at a five-bedroom home in Pantasaph, Flintshire, by helping with the grow during Hunter's absence in April 2023. The setup was commercial-scale, raided by police on September 7, 2023, finding three plants, seven large bags, and 14 glass jars of cannabis totaling 17 kilos, valued at up to £259,000 street value. The property was wrecked and unsafe due to damage. Phones revealed daily communication with Hunter about the operation, despite his claim of unawareness.

Pleaded guilty to producing cannabis. Drug addict with 23 prior convictions. Claimed he was only gardening but evidence showed involvement in cultivation. Judge considered realistic prospect of rehabilitation after a decade out of trouble.

27 Nov 2023

Ian Hunter

Producing cannabis *

Sentence

2 years suspended for 18 months

Ian Hunter, 43, renovated a five-bedroom family home in Pantasaph, Flintshire, into a cannabis factory, causing extensive damage including water damage leading to roof collapse and unsafe electricity extraction. The operation was discovered during a police raid on September 7, 2023, yielding 17 kilos of cannabis with a street value up to £259,000 and wholesale value up to £87,000. He set up the factory due to large debts, intending to share proceeds with his co-accused. Phones showed daily communication about cultivation.

Pleaded guilty to producing cannabis. Army veteran with four prior convictions. Judge noted his significant role and past similar conviction but suspended sentence considering remorse and family circumstances.

27 Nov 2023

James Birtwistle

Theft *

Sentence

150 hours' unpaid work

James Birtwistle, along with Anthony Horan and Gareth Jones, targeted the One Stop shop on Rhuddlan Road, Rhyl, late in the evening on October 31, 2023. The shop was manned by two female staff members. Birtwistle forced staff member Gail Lyne out of the way after she was pushed by Jones, causing her to fall and strike her head on a metal bollard. They stole £140.95 worth of confectionery, laundry, and household products and fled. Ms Lyne suffered headaches, stiff neck, and lower back pain. Birtwistle was arrested on November 2, 2023.

Admitted theft. Had seven previous convictions for 19 offences. No mitigation offered. Ordered to pay £50 compensation and £250 costs. Restraining order banning return to the store for 15 years. In employment.

26 Nov 2023

Gareth Jones

Robbery *

Sentence

16 months' imprisonment

Gareth Jones, along with Anthony Horan and James Birtwistle, targeted the One Stop shop on Rhuddlan Road, Rhyl, late in the evening on October 31, 2023. The shop was manned by two female staff members. Jones pushed staff member Gail Lyne, and Horan and Birtwistle forced her out of the way, causing her to fall and strike her head on a metal bollard. They stole £140.95 worth of confectionery, laundry, and household products and fled. Ms Lyne suffered headaches, stiff neck, and lower back pain. Jones handed himself in on November 6, 2023.

Pleaded guilty to robbery. Had seven previous convictions for 19 offences. Described as living a chaotic lifestyle at the time, now residing with aunt and remorseful. Judge condemned his 'totally cowardly' behaviour.

26 Nov 2023

Anthony Horan

Theft *

Sentence

150 hours' unpaid work

Anthony Horan, along with James Birtwistle and Gareth Jones, targeted the One Stop shop on Rhuddlan Road, Rhyl, late in the evening on October 31, 2023. The shop was manned by two female staff members. Horan forced staff member Gail Lyne out of the way after she was pushed by Jones, causing her to fall and strike her head on a metal bollard. They stole £140.95 worth of confectionery, laundry, and household products and fled. Ms Lyne suffered headaches, stiff neck, and lower back pain. Horan was arrested on November 2, 2023.

Admitted theft. Had 12 previous convictions for 26 offences. No mitigation offered. Restraining order banning return to the store for 15 years.

26 Nov 2023

Wayne Davies

Assault by penetration and sexual assault *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Wayne Davies, of Dovey Close, Connah's Quay, committed a sexual assault by penetration and sexual assault against a victim in 2023. The victim reported feeling violated, vulnerable, and numb, leading to prescriptions for anti-depressants and referral to counselling. She described the trauma of reliving the incident during the trial as extremely stressful.

Convicted after trial of assault by penetration and sexual assault. Described as a 'wicked and sinister' assault by Judge Simon Mills. Subject to a 12-year restraining order from the victim. Defendant is a hard-working family man of largely previous good character.

24 Nov 2023

Rhys Roberts

Intentional strangulation and actual bodily harm *

Sentence

22 months’ detention, suspended for two years; 20 days’ rehabilitation activity; 150 hours’ unpaid work

On March 17, 2023, Rhys Roberts boarded a train at Colwyn Bay, kicked it, shouted and swore on the phone, refused to leave without a ticket, lashed out at the train driver hitting him repeatedly, kicked staff member Gillian Whitby, pulled the emergency lever causing a 63-minute delay and over £1,100 in compensation claims. On August 4, 2023, while on bail, he breached a restraining order by being with former partner Willow Andrews in Wrexham; at 1am he struck her face with considerable force, threw a cat and pile of washing at her, repeatedly hit and kicked her face, and restricted her breathing with his forearm across her throat.

Pleaded guilty to obstructing a train, threatening behaviour, intentional strangulation, and actual bodily harm. Described as developing into a violent thug but with sufficient mitigation for suspended sentence. Prior conviction for battery against Willow Andrews.

19 Nov 2023

Paul Thomas Ince

Manslaughter *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

On June 12, 2023, in the early hours in Caia Park, Wrexham, John Ithell, aged 59, arrived at the wrong flat seeking to buy drugs. After shouting up to the flat occupied by Paul Thomas Ince and two friends, Ince ran out and punched Ithell once, causing him to fly back four to five feet into a wooden fence and hit his head on concrete. Ince then walked Ithell to a nearby bench and left him there. Ithell later collapsed in a bush, was found by a cyclist, taken to hospital, and died that morning from a cracked skull and brain injury.

Found guilty of murder following a trial. Judge noted little genuine remorse, described the act as mindless drunken aggression. At least two thirds to be served in custody.

18 Nov 2023

Stephen Harrison

Burglary *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

On August 16, Stephen Harrison broke into the Ardwy Orme property, a Grade II listed building on Ty Gwyn Road in Llandudno, causing over £50,000 in damage. He was covered in blood and had smeared it everywhere, disturbing most rooms, smashing windows, and damaging furniture, plates, paintings, bedding, bookshelves, and carpets. He had consumed vodka and ketamine beforehand and remembered little of the incident. The property, owned by Kristine Wilson and her siblings, contained irreplaceable items of sentimental value passed down through generations. Cleaning the blood cost £2,000. Harrison was also sentenced for failing to reside at the notified address after his release from prison in June.

Pleaded guilty to burglary, criminal damage to property, and failing to comply with sex offenders register notification requirements. Has five previous convictions for 12 offences. Diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Judge Timothy Petts stated there was no alternative to an immediate prison sentence.

14 Nov 2023

Owain Lambert Hughes

Arson *

Sentence

3-year community order with drink and drug rehabilitation requirements and exclusion zone

On July 17, 2023, Owain Lambert Hughes, 35, of Eleventh Avenue, Wrexham, set fire to his mother’s duvet with petrol during an aggressive argument over money while she lay underneath it. He had been drinking heavily and using cocaine, threw objects including a clock, lamp, and used a meat fork to smash a mirror. He ignited the petrol but immediately smothered the flames with the duvet. A family member arrived to calm him, describing him as acting psychotic. The incident stemmed from financial strain due to his debts and addictions after moving back to North Wales from Oxford.

Pleaded guilty to arson and criminal damage. Judge noted significant risk of harm but short duration and immediate extinguishing of fire. Parents support rehabilitation. Breach would result in 2 years and 3 months custody.

11 Nov 2023

Callum Abbott

Breaching Sexual Harm Prevention Order *

Sentence

20-month jail sentence, suspended for 18 months

Callum Abbott, a 24-year-old from Newtown, breached a Sexual Harm Prevention Order by communicating with an underage girl on hundreds of occasions between April 11 and June 3, including kissing and cuddling her in Warrington and booking a hotel room for them. He also stayed at an unregistered address and failed to comply with the sex offenders register. This breach relates to a prior punishment for engaging in non-penetrative sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl in August 2022. The judge noted that Abbott's actions were not sexually motivated in this instance but emphasised his failure to obey court orders, citing his vulnerabilities from childhood trauma and recent loss of his mother.

Breached a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and failed to comply with the sex offenders register; judge stated he did not comply because he thought the orders were unjust; to be served consecutively with a previous 16-month suspended sentence; must wear an alcohol tag for 120 days, complete a 12-week curfew, and undertake 15 rehabilitation days.

11 Nov 2023

Sara Hall

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Sara Hall, aged 46, was sentenced for offences of perverting the course of justice and child cruelty by allowing Matthew Aldridge's sexual abuse of three young girls to occur despite knowing the risk of sexual harm, and for coercing one victim to change her evidence against him in 2016. She failed to safeguard the children over 20 years.

Found guilty of perverting the course of justice and child cruelty by a jury. Judge described actions as 'gross betrayal of trust' and condemned 'victim blaming attitude'. Allowed offences to happen and coerced a victim to change evidence.

9 Nov 2023

Matthew Aldridge

Rape of a child under 13 *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 24 years

Matthew Aldridge, aged 56, subjected three young girls to years of repeated sexual abuse over 20 years, grooming them to believe his behaviour was normal to continue his crimes for sexual gratification. Offences included rape of a child under 13 (two charges), attempted rape of a child under 13, sexual assault upon a child under 13 by penetration (11 charges), sexual assault of a child under 13 (five charges), sexual assault of a child 13-15 years, causing a child to engage in sexual activity (four charges), indecent assault upon a child, indecency with a child, and engaging in sexual activity with a child. One victim reported in 2016, but the full extent came to light in 2019 following an extensive investigation by Dyfed-Powys Police involving victim interviews, child services disclosures, counsellors, and digital devices.

Found guilty of 27 sexual offences by a jury. Judge described behaviour as 'a systematic and vile campaign of rape and like offences' with 'no limit to the level of depravity'. No remorse shown.

9 Nov 2023

October 2023 5 cases

Niall Lewis

Actual bodily harm and non-fatal strangulation *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months imprisonment

On the morning of December 26th last year, at the victim’s home, following an altercation, Niall Lewis pushed the victim to the floor and placed his hands around her neck in a tight grip until she was unable to breathe. Despite the victim attempting to escape, Lewis’ aggressive behaviour and violence continued until she managed to get out of the house and call for help. He was later arrested and remanded into custody until sentencing.

Found guilty of actual bodily harm and admitted an offence of non-fatal strangulation. Previously found guilty of battery and criminal damage towards the same victim. Issued a five-year restraining order against the victim.

26 Oct 2023

David Cross

Actual bodily harm *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, plus 20 rehabilitation activity days, 150 hours of unpaid work, £87 victim surcharge, and £1,000 compensation

David Cross attacked his ex-wife in the early hours of February 5 at his home in Newtown after they had been drinking. The incident began when she accused him of behaving inappropriately towards his current partner, who was unwell. He became angry, repeatedly punched her in the head, grabbed her hair, pushed her into the bathroom where she fell, and continued to stamp on her head, back, and leg while his current partner tried to intervene. The victim suffered significant injuries including a black eye, a cut above the eyebrow, bruising, a haemorrhage behind her eye, blurred vision, and difficulty walking, requiring hospital treatment. She also experienced increased anxiety and fear of encountering him.

Pleaded guilty to actual bodily harm. No previous convictions. Judge noted the offence passed the custody threshold but suspended the sentence due to early guilty plea, remorse, rehabilitation prospects, good character, and potential impact on his partner.

26 Oct 2023

Andrew Mark Bell

Sexual assault *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

Andrew Mark Bell committed nine sexual assaults against a teenage boy over a two-year period.

Must register as a sex offender for life and issued an indefinite restraining order against the victim.

16 Oct 2023

Sion Wyn Thomas

Child abuse *

Sentence

14 and a half years imprisonment

Sion Wyn Thomas, of Bangor, cruelly abused children over a number of years. The victims and witnesses bravely came forward, leading to his arrest and prosecution.

Pleaded guilty to child abuse over a number of years. Placed on the sex offenders register for life.

9 Oct 2023

Damien Kelly

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Damien Kelly, while on remand in custody for domestic violence offences against his partner Tracey Blades, made 27 unauthorised phone calls to her from prison between June 8 and August 1 using another prisoner's PIN. The calls pressured her to withdraw support from the prosecution, encourage her to visit him, and not attend court. This followed his arrest on March 21 for assaults, intentional strangulation, and controlling behaviour (later dropped), after breaching bail conditions by contacting her on March 23 and sending over 100 messages on April 16.

Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. Six previous convictions for seven offences, none since 2007. Judge Rhys Rowlands described him as manipulative and self-centred. Has cocaine issues but strong work ethic, assisting in prison catering.

2 Oct 2023

September 2023 3 cases

Carl Jones

Robbery *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

On May 25, 2023, at about 3am in Llandudno, Carl Jones, appearing drunk and slurring his words, approached holidaymaker Roy Kay on his bike, claiming he had lost his watch. Jones followed Kay, making little sense, then dismounted and threatened to 'cave his head in'. He launched at Kay, who raised his rucksack for protection, allowing Jones to snatch it and flee on his bike. The rucksack contained medication, water bottles, and a mobile phone charger. Kay hid in bushes, contacted police, and Jones was arrested 30 minutes later nearby, still in possession of the items. Jones claimed in interview he took the bag to search for his watch.

Pleaded guilty to robbery. Previous convictions for 16 offences. Breached a suspended sentence. First time in custody on remand. Judge Simon Mills noted alcohol as a recurring issue and high risk of harm to the public.

17 Sep 2023

Caine Dwyer

Class A drug supply *

Sentence

2 years and 7 months imprisonment

Caine Dwyer, a 26-year-old former Royal Navy submariner from Markfield Crescent, Halewood, became involved in supplying heroin and crack cocaine in Rhyl as part of County Lines drug-dealing activities to pay off his own drug debts. He made at least four trips from Merseyside to North Wales for drug supply, using graft phone numbers to offer class A drugs. Police investigations, including call data, CCTV, and ANPR cameras, led to his arrest on June 4 after stopping a vehicle on Bath Street, Rhyl, where he resisted arrest aggressively. He was found with £200 in cash.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in class A drug supply. No previous convictions; involved due to personal drug debts; served in the Royal Navy; has a daughter and gained employment while on remand.

2 Sep 2023

Joshua Andrews

Threatening Behaviour *

Sentence

five months imprisonment

On February 2, Joshua Andrews punched another man unprovoked at Club 147 on Mostyn Street, Llandudno, causing him to fall to the floor. The incident was captured on CCTV, and Andrews was removed by a security guard. He also breached a suspended sentence by failing to attend a pre-arranged probation appointment without reasonable excuse, despite attempts to contact him via calls and WhatsApp messages.

Admitted threatening behaviour and breaching a suspended sentence. Has seven previous convictions for 14 offences. Judge Timothy Petts noted the punch was unprovoked and that it was a second breach of the suspended sentence, stating it warranted imprisonment.

1 Sep 2023

August 2023 7 cases

Christopher Pugh

Rape *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

In 2020, Christopher Pugh subjected a woman in Powys to three separate rapes and an assault occasioning actual bodily harm. He exerted sexual violence and threatened her life, with incidents involving criminal damage where the victim curled into a ball pleading not to be hurt. The crimes involved a pattern of control and violence, leaving the victim with lasting trauma, including difficulty in daily functioning and loss of faith in people.

Found guilty after trial of three counts of rape and one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. He had admitted to two charges of causing criminal damage. Victim reported severe emotional distress, including feeling worthless and isolating herself. Pugh expressed remorse in a letter, stating he wants to become a better person. Judge noted his extreme rage and the victim's vulnerability, with the sentence to be served two-thirds in custody and the rest on licence, plus a lifelong notification requirement and a restraining order.

17 Aug 2023

Jake Thurston

Being concerned in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months imprisonment

Jake Thurston, 46, of East Parade, Rhyl, was involved in the supply of class A drugs, heroin and crack cocaine. On June 4, a mobile phone linked to drug sales was seized during an investigation, showing Thurston as the most frequent contact. He was arrested on June 5 at his residence, where police found 1.74g of heroin (£110 value) and 2.13g of crack cocaine (£210 value) hidden under a shower tray, along with messages on seized phones indicating drug supply. He had a lesser role in a larger chain and was working for others while addicted to the drugs.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine, and possession with intent to supply. Had 10 previous convictions and was supplying to fund his addiction. Judge Rhys Rowlands noted he played an operational role in spreading misery on the streets of Rhyl and that the offences were too serious for anything other than an immediate custodial sentence.

14 Aug 2023

David Webster

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 23 years

David Webster was present at David Wilcox's home on Bay View Road, Colwyn Bay, on November 19, 2023, where he was drinking and taking drugs with Lauren Harris and Thomas Whiteley. During an argument in the early hours of November 20, 2023, he bludgeoned Mr Wilcox with a vodka bottle and also kicked, punched, and stamped on him while Harris stabbed him. Webster then fled with Harris and Whiteley in Mr Wilcox's Volvo, which crashed shortly after.

Found guilty after a trial; no application for appeal was made within the required 28 days.

12 Aug 2023

Lauren Harris

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 25 years

Lauren Harris, who had been in a relationship with and moved in with David Wilcox in mid-2023, depleted his bank account. On November 19, 2023, she was at his home on Bay View Road, Colwyn Bay, drinking and taking drugs with David Webster and Thomas Whiteley. An argument led to her stabbing Mr Wilcox twice in the early hours of November 20, 2023, while he was also attacked by Webster. She then drove off in Mr Wilcox's Volvo with the others, crashing shortly after, and Mr Wilcox was found unconscious by police.

Found guilty after a trial; judge described the murder as brutal and senseless, an abuse of trust, and noted no remorse; application for appeal was refused.

12 Aug 2023

Ledjan Ruci

Breach of Deportation Order *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

Ledjan Ruci, an Albanian national previously deported from the UK in November 2023 following a conviction for production of cannabis, attempted to re-enter the country. On July 3, he arrived at Holyhead Port via ferry from Dublin and presented a fake Italian passport to Border Force officers. A search of his bags revealed an Albanian ID card, confirming his true identity. He was arrested and has been in custody since then.

Admitted to entering the UK in breach of a deportation order and possession of an identity document with improper intention. Has one previous conviction for production of cannabis. Expressed remorse through his representative. Judge Timothy Petts stated that the deportation order remains in effect and that he will be deported again as soon as possible.

7 Aug 2023

Martin Gould

Threatening with an offensive weapon in a public place *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment

On February 15, Martin Gould, while highly intoxicated after consuming several litres of vodka, banged on the window of Tyler Price's property in Flintshire. He waved a meat cleaver at Mr Price and threatened to kill him, saying 'I'm going to f***ing kill you' and 'stab everyone and kill everyone'. This incident left the victims in fear and had a profound effect on them. Gould was arrested, answered no comment in interviews, and was later found guilty.

Found guilty by trial at Mold Magistrates Court in April. Has four previous convictions for 14 offences, including using violence to enter a property. Suffers from mental health issues, PTSD, anxiety, and alcohol problems. Judge Rhys Rowlands described the offence as extremely serious and dismissed claims of remorse, stating it was too serious for anything other than an immediate custodial sentence. A five-year restraining order and a statutory surcharge were also imposed.

7 Aug 2023

Jack Nash

Supply of class A drugs *

Sentence

four years imprisonment

Jack Nash profited more than £35,000 from dealing heroin and crack cocaine in Rhyl, Abergele, and Colwyn Bay. He was linked to a 'graft phone' that advertised drug sales for about three months, based at his home and in his vehicle. On July 22, 2024, police executed a search warrant at his residence, finding the phone, hundreds of pounds in cash, quantities of crack cocaine, heroin, and cannabis, as well as 'tick lists' with names and phone numbers. Analysis showed numerous messages advertising and requesting drug sales.

Admitted to being concerned in the supply of class A drugs, acquiring/using/possessing criminal property, and possession of class A and B drugs with intent to supply. At a subsequent proceeds of crime hearing, he was ordered to pay back £1 within three months or face an additional seven days in prison.

1 Aug 2023

July 2023 2 cases

Jean Evans

Assault on an emergency worker *

Sentence

11 months imprisonment

Jean Evans, while heavily intoxicated, was found urinating in public on Colwyn Bay Promenade on April 29. She was escorted by police but later left her accommodation. Upon arrest, she kicked and banged her head in the police car and attempted to set fire to it using a lighter. She then kicked a police constable at Kinmel Park Services in Bodelwyddan. Evans has seven previous convictions for 11 offences.

Subject to a suspended sentence at the time of the offence. Described as vulnerable with mental health difficulties and alcohol reliance. Judge noted her chaotic behaviour and hoped for rehabilitation, acknowledging a moving letter from her father.

16 Jul 2023

Joseph Oliver

Fraud *

Sentence

Four years and nine months imprisonment and ordered to repay £7,612.61

Joseph Oliver, as director of LJ Property Solutions Ltd and Windowseal Ltd, dishonestly and persistently defrauded elderly and vulnerable residents in North Wales and Lancashire between 2017 and 2023. He targeted victims with an average age of 82, convincing them to pay for unnecessary or substandard work on windows, doors, and conservatories, often holding them to ransom by claiming risks to their homes. Investigations revealed 39 victims, some of whom have since died, with losses including six-figure sums.

Admitted two charges of knowingly being party to a business carrying on for fraudulent purposes. Proceeds of crime hearing ordered payment within three months or face additional four months in default.

1 Jul 2023

June 2023 8 cases

Jayden Wilson

Wounding with intent *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

On June 21, 2023, Jayden Wilson, suspecting his friend Abdul Rob of spending the night with his ex-partner, forced his way into her home in Newtown armed with a claw hammer. Wilson had arrived earlier with their child and seen Rob's shoes, becoming upset upon learning Rob had stayed over due to inability to get home. Despite the complainant and ex-partner insisting it was only friendship, Wilson returned shortly after, went upstairs, and repeatedly struck the sleeping Rob with the hammer, grabbed his hair, and punched him, shouting about his ex. Rob suffered a jagged laceration above his left eyebrow and bruising. Wilson's ex sustained a minor injury to her right bicep when intervening. Wilson fled with the hammer, which was later recovered during his arrest along with cannabis and a grinder.

Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent, assault by beating, and possession of cannabis. Seven-year restraining order imposed. Judge noted the attack was revenge driven by unfounded paranoia possibly linked to cannabis use.

29 Jun 2023

Morwenna Grey

Conspiracy to cause criminal damage *

Sentence

23 months imprisonment

Morwenna Grey, 41, from Penrallt Street, Machynlleth, along with others, broke into the Teledyne Labtech factory in Presteigne on December 9, 2022. Wearing orange overalls marked 'Palestine Action' and a balaclava, she used a sledgehammer, crowbar, smoke canisters, and a fire extinguisher filled with red paint to smash computer equipment, monitors, furniture, and spray paint on machinery. She also daubed paint on a memorial to a former employee. The group caused extensive damage worth £320,000, leading to the factory's closure for a week and additional security costs of £900,000. The incident involved risks such as fumes from damaged chemical baths and potential cyanide formation.

Admitted conspiracy to cause criminal damage. Expressed remorse and vowed not to engage in such behaviour again. The group had embarked on an episode of destruction requiring a high degree of planning.

26 Jun 2023

Ruth Hogg

Conspiracy to cause criminal damage *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Ruth Hogg, 40, from Stanley Road, Aberystwyth, along with others, broke into the Teledyne Labtech factory in Presteigne on December 9, 2022. She climbed onto the roof equipped with a sledgehammer, crowbar, drill, and a rucksack filled with smoke canisters, smashing 17 skylight windows, causing glass to fall inside, and drilling holes in the roof. She also unveiled a banner with 'Palestine Action'. The group caused extensive damage worth £320,000, leading to the factory's closure for a week and additional security costs of £900,000. The incident involved risks such as fumes from damaged chemical baths and potential cyanide formation.

Found guilty of conspiracy to cause criminal damage after a trial at Caernarfon Crown Court. Expressed remorse and vowed not to engage in such behaviour again. The group had embarked on an episode of destruction requiring a high degree of planning. She climbed onto the roof and damaged skylight windows.

26 Jun 2023

Susan Bagshaw

Conspiracy to cause criminal damage *

Sentence

23 months imprisonment

Susan Bagshaw, 65, from Clawdd Helyg, Commins Coch, along with others, broke into the Teledyne Labtech factory in Presteigne on December 9, 2022. Wearing orange overalls marked 'Palestine Action' and a balaclava, she used a sledgehammer, crowbar, smoke canisters, and a fire extinguisher filled with red paint to smash computer equipment, monitors, furniture, and spray paint on machinery. She also daubed paint on a memorial to a former employee. The group caused extensive damage worth £320,000, leading to the factory's closure for a week and additional security costs of £900,000. The incident involved risks such as fumes from damaged chemical baths and potential cyanide formation.

26 Jun 2023

Tristan Dixon

Conspiracy to cause criminal damage *

Sentence

23 months imprisonment

Tristan Dixon, 34, from Huddersfield, along with others, broke into the Teledyne Labtech factory in Presteigne on December 9, 2022. He climbed onto the roof equipped with a sledgehammer, crowbar, and drill, smashing 17 skylight windows, causing glass to fall inside, and drilling holes in the roof. He also unveiled a banner with 'Palestine Action'. The group caused extensive damage worth £320,000, leading to the factory's closure for a week and additional security costs of £900,000. The incident involved risks such as fumes from damaged chemical baths and potential cyanide formation.

26 Jun 2023

Joshua Stephens

Criminal Damage and Dangerous Driving *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

Joshua Stephens, who had been in an on-off relationship with his ex-partner for about three years, drove his Renault Kangoo van into the front porch of her home in Victoria Close, Knighton, in the early hours of December 28, 2022, after an altercation where he punched a bedroom door, causing damage and injury to his hand. The victim fled to a neighbour's garden for safety. Stephens then fled from police, reversing his van towards a police vehicle, driving away in a damaged vehicle, and abandoning it after crashing into a hedge on the A4113. He was later found wandering the road without shoes or socks, became aggressive upon arrest, and pretended to spit at officers. Significant damage was caused to the property, leading to costs for the landlord.

Pled guilty to criminal damage and dangerous driving. He was on licence at the time, having been released from a previous two-year jail sentence for violence. Judge Niclas Parry noted his genuine remorse but highlighted his extensive criminal record of 67 offences. A restraining order was granted for five years, and he must pay a £156 surcharge upon release.

12 Jun 2023

Charles Hudson

Breach of suspended sentence *

Sentence

£50 fine and £50 costs, total £100 to be paid within two months

Charles Hudson, 20, of Warren Road, Rhyl, was involved in supplying cocaine, ketamine, and cannabis from August 2022 to January 2023. In January 2023, he was found in possession of a snooker ball in a sock, more than 6g of cannabis, £90 in cash, and a phone, with a discarded wrap of cocaine nearby. Police also discovered additional cannabis, 5.1g of cocaine with 80 per cent purity, and £1,860 in cash in his bedroom at his grandparents' home. He breached his suspended sentence by failing to attend a required unpaid work appointment on May 3, 2023, citing illness without providing evidence.

Admitted failing to attend an unpaid work appointment on May 3 without reasonable excuse. Has completed 60 of 180 hours of unpaid work ordered in his original sentence. Judge Simon Mills warned him about future breaches and praised his responsible attitude.

5 Jun 2023

Duane Illman

Sexual assault of a child under 13 *

Sentence

16.5 years imprisonment plus 5 years on licence

Duane Illman, a 40-year-old from Prestatyn, sexually abused two children over a number of years in a predatory manner. He touched Child A sexually and made the child perform a sex act on him. For Child B, he made the child perform sex acts and touched the child sexually on numerous occasions. The abuse had a significant and lifelong impact on the victims, as detailed in their statements to the court.

Pleaded guilty to multiple sexual offences. Judge described him as cunning, devious, manipulative, and predatory, noting he caused catastrophic harm to his victims and had a powerful sexual urge towards children that he appeared unable to control.

4 Jun 2023

May 2023 1 case

Sarah Prendergast

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment, suspended for 1 year

Sarah Prendergast, a 28-year-old from East Parade, Rhyl, was an inpatient at the Hergest mental health unit at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. On October 24, 2022, she was informed of a transfer to another facility, which caused her to become volatile. She shouted, swore, spat at staff, was restrained, and then bit an ambulance care assistant, Joanne Whelan, on the arm while in the ambulance. This resulted in a 20cm scar, an infection requiring antibiotics and a tetanus injection, and significant emotional distress for the victim, who later left her job.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Has three previous convictions for seven offences. The offence was committed during a mental health crisis, and the judge noted her mental state had relapsed entirely.

13 May 2023

August 2022 1 case

Ursaloan Ansari

Rape *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Ursaloan Ansari met the victim on Snapchat and raped her on January 10, 2022, in Rhos-on-Sea. He used drugs on the intoxicated and vulnerable victim to facilitate the offence. The victim suffered significant emotional distress, including depression, suicidal thoughts, flashbacks, panic attacks, and heightened anxiety, leading to increased isolation and time spent at home.

Found guilty after a trial. No remorse shown. Subject to sex offenders register for life, a 10-year restraining order, and an indefinite sexual harm prevention order. His lawyer noted he is lightly convicted and regrets his previous lifestyle.

4 Aug 2022

April 2022 5 cases

Sheldon Terrence Kay

Conspiracy to supply controlled drugs *

Sentence

6 years and 6 months imprisonment

Sheldon Terrence Kay was a sub-dealer and trusted associate controlling the supply of Class A drugs in Knighton and Presteigne, making 80 trips to Leighton Arches to collect drugs for distribution as part of the organised crime group's operation trafficking cocaine, heroin, and cannabis from Wolverhampton to Powys between August 2020 and June 2021, involving 62 conspiracy occasions and 3.5 kg of cocaine worth £352,160 to £440,200.

Aged 24, of Station Road, Knighton. Controlled supply of Class A drugs in Knighton and Presteigne areas, travelled to Leighton Arches 80 times.

28 Apr 2022

Michael Power

Conspiracy to supply controlled drugs *

Sentence

4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Michael Power was a principal member of an organised crime group based in Leighton Arches, Welshpool, involved in trafficking large quantities of cocaine, heroin, and cannabis from Wolverhampton to Powys towns including Welshpool, Newtown, and Knighton between August 2020 and June 2021. The operation involved 62 occasions of conspiracy to supply controlled drugs, with an estimated 3.5 kilograms of cocaine trafficked, valued at £352,160 to £440,200. He communicated with customers via phone calls, SMS, and social media.

Aged 20, of Leighton Arches. Principal member of the OCG with a separate customer base.

28 Apr 2022

Patrick David Stokes

Conspiracy to supply controlled drugs *

Sentence

8 years and 9 months imprisonment

Patrick David Stokes was a principal member of an organised crime group based in Leighton Arches, Welshpool, involved in trafficking large quantities of cocaine, heroin, and cannabis from Wolverhampton to Powys towns including Welshpool, Newtown, and Knighton between August 2020 and June 2021. The operation involved 62 occasions of conspiracy to supply controlled drugs, with an estimated 3.5 kilograms of cocaine trafficked, valued at £352,160 to £440,200. He arranged deliveries and sent bulk texts to customers.

Aged 33, of Leighton Arches. Principal member of the OCG with a separate customer base.

28 Apr 2022

Joshua Large

Conspiracy to supply controlled drugs *

Sentence

4 years and 10 months imprisonment

Joshua Large was a courier for the organised crime group, transporting drugs from Wolverhampton to Leighton Arches in Welshpool on eight independent journeys and four additional occasions accompanying Kane Glyn Bastable between August 2020 and June 2021. On 27 February 2021, he was stopped with Bastable, where 57.1 grams of cocaine was found. This was part of a conspiracy to supply involving 62 occasions and 3.5 kg of cocaine valued at £352,160 to £440,200.

Aged 23, of Brook Close, Coven. Acted as a courier making eight journeys and accompanying Bastable on four occasions.

28 Apr 2022

Kristian Rigby

Conspiracy to supply controlled drugs *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment

Kristian Rigby was a courier for sub-dealer Sheldon Kay, making multiple trips to Leighton Arches to collect drugs for distribution in Knighton and Presteigne areas as part of the organised crime group's conspiracy to supply cocaine, heroin, and cannabis from Wolverhampton to Powys towns between August 2020 and June 2021, which included 62 documented occasions and 3.5 kg of cocaine valued at £352,160 to £440,200.

Aged 28, of Radnor Drive, Knighton. Acted as a courier for Kay, making multiple visits to Leighton Arches.

28 Apr 2022

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Mold Crown Court Sentencing Results

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Joseph Oliver

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