Newcastle Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 530 verdicts at Newcastle Crown Court (Newcastle upon Tyne). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Joe Mills

Escape from Custody

June 30, 2025

Sentence: 7 months imprisonment

Joe Mills, 27, of Milford Road, Newcastle, was on police bail when he cut his electronic tag in January 2025. Following his arrest, he was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary after claiming to have drugs up his anus. During his time at the hospital, he became angry, shouted, and attempted to escape custody by leaping over a glass panel onto a ledge, threatening to jump. This action led to a ward being shut down for almost an hour, requiring additional police and fire brigade attendance, and caused significant inconvenience.

Pleaded guilty to criminal damage and escape from custody. Judge described it as a spontaneous offence committed on the spur of the moment and noted the disruption caused, but acknowledged it was not a planned breakout.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Cameron Campbell

Breaching a Football Banning Order

June 29, 2025

Sentence: £400 fine, £650 costs, and £160 victim surcharge

Cameron Campbell, a former professional dancer and YouTube creator focused on the England squad, breached a football banning order imposed in October 2023 for assaulting a supporter at Wembley Stadium. The breach occurred on June 3, 2024, when he was found near St James' Park, specifically at Bar Loco, approximately 120 meters from the stadium, less than two hours before an England match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Police were alerted, and CCTV confirmed his presence. He has a history of antisocial behaviour at football events.

Defendant pleaded not guilty but was sentenced for breaching a football banning order. Judge noted his passion for football and advised finding alternative ways to continue his YouTube channel. Defense highlighted his charity work and difficult upbringing.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Linton Mwingi

Failing to comply with the Sex Offenders' Register

June 29, 2025

Sentence: 8 months imprisonment

Linton Mwingi, a 28-year-old from Dene Avenue in Lemington, failed to comply with the Sex Offenders' Register by not informing police that he was sometimes staying at a home with three children, despite telling the mother about his past. He also failed to report two bank cards and that he was not always living at his usual address. This incident occurred around September 2024, when his risk management officer visited his home and confirmed he was not residing there. Financial checks revealed a bank account linked to an address in Sunderland, where items belonging to him were found. He had a prior conviction in 2021 for the same type of offence and was originally convicted in 2016 for sexual assault.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of failing to comply with the Sex Offenders' Register. Judge Paul Currer noted that these were serious offences because he was not living at his required address and was present at a home with children without notifying authorities. He had previously been convicted for similar offences and suffered from issues related to a past brain injury affecting his memory.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Mark Sandiford

Non-dwelling burglary

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 4 months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months

Mark Sandiford, along with Dwayne Martin, broke into three units at Ocean Pleasure Beach in South Shields on June 15, 2024, stealing tools worth £361 from Kiddies Corner, six crates of soft drinks worth £60 from Twice As Nice, and food and drinks worth £190 from Ocean Food Court. They attempted to sell some of the stolen items at a nearby shop and were later arrested at the abandoned building where they were residing.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of non-dwelling burglary. Was homeless at the time and living in an abandoned building nearby. Judge commented that he conducted the burglaries and broke into three separate properties, stealing significant amounts of goods.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Robert Ismay

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 16 years and four months imprisonment

Robert Ismay was in charge of a cocaine gang that supplied 21.7 kilos of cocaine, worth up to £868,000, between March and April 2020. He used the EncroChat network for communications and went on the run to Cyprus to evade justice, where he was extradited. Police found him with three mobile phones, a cash counting machine, and a debtors list amounting to £87,000.

Played a leading role in directing and organising the cocaine supply network. Fled to Cyprus and was extradited. Has previous convictions for producing cannabis and will be subject to a Serious Crime Prevention Order upon release.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Royston Bell

Intentional strangulation and assault by beating

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 21 months imprisonment

Royston Bell, during an attack on his former partner in September of the previous year, became aggressive and strangled and assaulted her at his home in Whitley Bay, despite a history of violence and an existing restraining order from their relationship that ended about ten years ago.

Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation, assault by beating, and breaching a restraining order. He has 89 previous convictions, including for violence and prior breaches related to the same victim. A restraining order remains in place.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Shaun Holywell

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 11 years and eight months imprisonment

Shaun Holywell was involved in the conspiracy to supply cocaine as part of Robert Ismay's gang. He was stopped by police with a kilo of cocaine under his passenger seat in a Coop bag. The gang used the EncroChat network and supplied a total of 21.7 kilos of cocaine.

Acted as a trusted lieutenant in the cocaine supply network and played a leading role. Has a family who will be affected by his imprisonment.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Stephen Batey

Grievous bodily harm and controlling or coercive behaviour

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

Stephen Batey, in a pattern of aggression including during a birthday trip, broke his girlfriend's jaw by striking her hard after she confronted him about cheating via a text message, requiring her to undergo surgery, amid ongoing controlling behaviour.

Pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm and controlling or coercive behaviour. He admitted being appalled by prison violence but was remanded since August of the previous year.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Wayne Crawford

Assault and strangulation

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment

Wayne Crawford turned up at his former partner's home in September 2024, accusing her of having an affair. Despite her recent childbirth, he punched her multiple times in the head, leg, eye, and ear, then pinned her on the bed and strangled her until she believed he was trying to kill her, leaving her with a croaky voice for about two weeks.

Pleaded guilty to assault and strangulation. A five-year restraining order was imposed.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Thomas Blythe

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine

June 28, 2025

Sentence: 5 years and seven months imprisonment

Thomas Blythe was concerned in the supply of cocaine, helping to transport the drugs as part of the gang led by Robert Ismay. His DNA linked him to the recovered cocaine, and the gang supplied 21.7 kilos worth up to £868,000 between March and April 2020 using the EncroChat network.

Assisted in transporting the drugs and his DNA was found on some of the recovered cocaine. He had been waiting four years for sentencing and is now clean of his cocaine habit.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Thomas Grant

Unlawful wounding

June 27, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

Thomas Grant stabbed a man in the chest with a Stanley knife during a fight outside a pub in Byker, Newcastle, on June 8, 2024. The incident began when the victim and his colleagues were outside the pub and noticed Grant's dog appeared scared while he was arguing with a woman. Grant became angry, a altercation ensued, and as he retreated across the road, he used the knife to inflict a 5cm wound to the victim's upper chest, above his heart. The blade did not penetrate major organs, but the victim required seven stitches and has been left with physical and emotional scars.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding and having a bladed article. Has 138 previous convictions, including for unlawful wounding and threatening with a blade. The judge noted it was an extremely dangerous act and highlighted the need for deterrence against carrying knives in public.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Peter Lamb

Conspiracy to Import Cocaine

June 27, 2025

Sentence: 17 years imprisonment

Peter Lamb, of Gateshead, set up and registered two cover companies with warehouses in the North East of England to import artificial grass from mainland Europe. He made approximately 15 trips to Amsterdam in 2023 as part of the preparation. In May 2024, customs officers in Holland discovered concealed compartments in the artificial grass rolls containing cocaine. Subsequent raids on Lamb's warehouses revealed evidence from 20 shipments, including 1.5 tonnes of cocaine worth £120 million at street level. The cocaine was hidden in the rolls, with one overlooked kilo found in an empty hide. Lamb accepted delivery of tampered consignments and was arrested.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to fraudulently evade prohibition on importation of a Class A drug. Judge Gavin Doig noted that Lamb played a crucial role in the importation and had set up businesses as a front. Lamb admitted to being an 'idiot' and cited significant health problems.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Philip Profit

Attempted Robbery

June 26, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

On January 13, 2024, Philip Profit entered a newsagents and convenience store on Coomassie Road, Blyth, armed with a six-inch chopping knife. He approached the counter with his hood up and wearing gloves, demanding money in a timid voice from the mother and daughter working there. The daughter bravely told him to 'go f*** yourself', causing him to appear confused and leave without any cash. He attempted to evade police by shaving his facial hair but was identified and arrested at his home.

Pleaded guilty to attempted robbery and having a bladed article. Has mental health issues, was addicted to crack cocaine, and under pressure to pay off a drug debt. Judge Edward Bindloss emphasised the courts' duty to protect shop staff.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Chloe Bell

Unlawful wounding

June 26, 2025

Sentence: 18-month community order with rehabilitation requirements, 40 hours unpaid work and £800 compensation

Chloe Bell, after drinking during Ladies Day at Newcastle Racecourse in July of the previous year, got into an argument with her ex-partner's mother, who was babysitting. A scuffle ensued, during which Bell pushed the victim down four concrete outdoor steps, causing a head wound requiring six staples, hand injuries, bruises, and an open laceration to the arm. The victim, aged 59, was close to Bell and suffered emotional distress as well as physical injuries.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding. The judge noted her previous positive character, employment, family responsibilities, remorse, and that she had her hair pulled during the incident.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Adam Watson

Robbery

June 25, 2025

Sentence: 3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Adam Watson, recently released from prison, went on a crime spree in North Tyneside, targeting shops such as Savers in Wallsend, Asda in North Shields, Home Bargains, Sainsbury's in Whitley Bay, and One Stop in North Shields. On March 13, 2024, he stole washing pods from Savers and threatened a shop worker with a knife when confronted, leaving staff, including a pregnant woman, in fear. He committed further thefts on March 27, 28, 31, April 2, and April 3, 2024, involving aggressive behaviour, threats to stab, and physical altercations during shoplifting incidents.

Pleaded guilty to robbery and a series of other offences, including multiple shop thefts, assault, and using threatening or abusive words or behaviour. Recorder Andrew Latimer noted that the victims were ordinary people doing their jobs and meant him no harm. The defendant was on post-sentence supervision after a previous release and has a history of drug problems and mental health issues.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Grant Hunter

Strangulation and Assault

June 24, 2025

Sentence: 34 months imprisonment and a five-year restraining order

Grant Hunter, in a relationship since 2023, subjected his partner to two violent attacks. In December 2023, during an argument, he strangled her until she lost consciousness, causing soreness, tunnel vision, and auditory effects. In February 2024, he lost his temper while watching TV, hitting her arm, grabbing her face and jaw, pulling her by the hair, and forcing her head into a wall with such force that it left an indentation. He also wrapped his legs around her and squeezed, leading to her losing control of her bladder. A 16-minute video on his phone captured the incidents, and he had become controlling over time.

Pleaded guilty to strangulation and assault. Judge Recorder Andrew Latimer described the act as dangerous, noting the fine line between the victim waking up and potential tragedy. Defence stated he regrets his actions, has stopped drinking, and is in a new relationship.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Gary Slator

Causing Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent

June 24, 2025

Sentence: 8.5 years imprisonment

Gary Slator attacked his then-friend with a machete, swinging at his head during an incident in December 2021. The victim raised his hand to protect himself, resulting in the blade cutting his hand in half and causing permanent, irreversible injury. Slator was in a mental health crisis, had taken drugs and a great deal of alcohol, and the attack occurred outside his house.

Denied the charge of causing grievous bodily harm with intent but was convicted by a jury. Was in mental health crisis and had consumed drugs and alcohol at the time. Shows genuine remorse and has no other convictions for violence.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Mark Hansen

Voyeurism

June 24, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment

Mark Hansen covertly filmed young girls getting undressed, including one through a gap in curtains at Haven Holiday Centre in Northumberland in 2022. Police seized his phone in September 2022 and found dozens of indecent images downloaded over seven years, with victims aged between four and early teens. Additional recordings included filming through windows and at locations like Flamingo Land, where he captured footage without the victims' knowledge.

Pleaded guilty to three offences of making indecent images and two of voyeurism. No previous convictions. Must sign the sex offenders register and be subject to a sexual harm prevention order for ten years. Judge Tim Gittins noted the offences involved roaming around a holiday park to record victims.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Paul Davies

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

June 23, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order with six-month alcohol treatment requirement, £40 fine, and £150 compensation

Paul Davies, while drunk, arrived at his partner's house around 6pm on January 5, 2024. The pair argued, and he bit her on the left side of her neck, refusing to let go until she poked his eyes. He then demanded and received £30 from her for a taxi before leaving. The victim sustained extensive bruising and pain, requiring hospital treatment the following day.

Pleaded guilty to the charge. Has one prior conviction and issues with alcohol. Expressed remorse and shame for his actions, which ended his relationship. He is a services veteran.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Sam Garbutt

Intentional strangulation

June 23, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 3 months imprisonment

On January 11, 2024, Sam Garbutt became verbally aggressive towards his then-partner while she was watching TV. He put both hands around her neck and squeezed tightly, causing her to struggle to breathe. He then covered her mouth with one hand while maintaining his grip on her throat. She bit his hand to escape, but he squeezed harder before she managed to get away and call emergency services. The incident was recorded on her phone, which was described as 'harrowing'. The victim suffered pain in her neck for weeks, experienced flashbacks, and struggled with trust issues.

Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation. No previous convictions. Described his actions as 'odious and repugnant' and expressed remorse. A ten-year restraining order was imposed.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Eric Drinkald

Stalking and Battery

June 23, 2025

Sentence: Two years and four months imprisonment and a five-year restraining order

Eric Drinkald physically assaulted his partner in November by punching, slapping, and striking her with a curtain pole and a hoover attachment, causing bruising and swelling. He threw a can of lager at her during the incident. Following their split, he engaged in a campaign of stalking, sending persistent abusive and threatening messages and calls. On New Year's Day, he threatened to smash her windows, attack her home, and burn her car, while comparing himself to Raoul Moat, which left her terrified for her safety and that of her family. This behaviour forced her to change her address and impacted her mental health.

Pleaded guilty to stalking involving serious alarm or distress and battery. Has 69 previous convictions. The judge noted that he intended to instil fear by comparing himself to Raoul Moat and threatening violence.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Stephen Denison

Failing to comply with the sex offenders' register

June 22, 2025

Sentence: 4 months imprisonment

Stephen Denison, a registered sex offender, was released from prison on June 6, 2025, but failed to notify the police of his address by June 9, 2025, and was found in possession of a new bank card that he had not registered. This breach occurred despite his prior history of sexual assaults, including groping a schoolgirl at a bus stop in 2021 and attempting to hug and kiss a woman in a church. He was located by officers on June 18, 2025, leading to his court appearance.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of failing to comply with the sex offenders' register. He has previous convictions for the same offence and has not engaged with the Probation Service. The judge noted his history of non-compliance and the need to manage his risk.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Terrence Mackell

Shop theft

June 21, 2025

Sentence: 10 weeks imprisonment

Terrence Mackell, a 37-year-old with no fixed abode, was released from prison earlier in June 2025. Just two weeks later, on June 16, 2025, he entered Fenwick department store in Newcastle city centre and stole £485-worth of aftershave. He was detained by store security, and the goods were recovered. This incident occurred while he was on licence and under a conditional discharge for previous theft offences, marking another in his pattern of prolific thefts blighting local businesses.

Pleaded guilty to shop theft and breaching a conditional discharge. The judge noted the offence involved some degree of planning and highlighted his extensive record of theft offences, including prior recalls on his jail sentence.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Stephen Adams

Arranging a child sex offence

June 20, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Stephen Adams, 25, of Blackpool Parade, Hebburn, sent a Snapchat friend request to an undercover police officer posing as a 14-year-old boy. Between November 6 and 12, he engaged in highly sexual conversations, discussed meeting for sex, and asked questions such as whether the boy was okay with the age difference and how to sneak out. He suggested meeting at the boy's home while his mother was at work and requested photographs of the boy's pants. Adams arranged to meet the 'boy' and was arrested upon arrival at the location.

Pleaded guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child and arranging a child sex offence. Judge stated he was aware of the wrongdoing and likely had a sexual interest in children. Defence cited stress, depression, and the recent death of his grandmother as contributing factors. Must sign the sex offenders register and be subject to a sexual harm prevention order for 10 years.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Daniel Percy

Possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence

June 20, 2025

Sentence: 2 years and 4 months imprisonment

On March 7, Daniel Percy argued with his father over the phone, threatening to kill him, and then arrived at his parents' home in Walbottle, Newcastle, with a loaded air pistol. He banged on the door, appeared to load the weapon, and made threats, causing his father to fear for his life. Percy was arrested after driving away, and the air pistol was found ready to fire with a pellet in the barrel.

Pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and sending a threatening message. Has autism and mental health issues, no prior convictions, and expressed remorse. Intended to cause fear but not physical harm.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Darren Weatherson

Sexual assault

June 20, 2025

Sentence: 4 months imprisonment

Darren Weatherson, who was admitted to hospital in an intoxicated state and withdrawing from alcohol, sexually assaulted a nurse by grabbing her between the legs while she was replacing a cannula in his arm. The nurse, shocked by the incident, pushed his hand away, described his actions as disgusting, and continued her duties professionally before informing a colleague. As a result, staff treated him in pairs to prevent further incidents. The assault caused the nurse distress, making her feel vulnerable when treating other men alone, which impacted her ability to perform her job.

Pleaded guilty to sexual assault. Has 68 previous convictions and is alcohol dependent. Judge Robert Spragg noted that only immediate custody was justified, highlighting the disrespect shown to nurses who work long hours in testing conditions.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Albert Jardine

Indecent Assault

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 8 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, and £3,000 towards prosecution costs

Albert Jardine, a serving police officer based in Newcastle, sexually assaulted a woman on multiple occasions in the early 1990s. He grabbed her from behind, pressed his aroused body against her, made thrusting motions as if having sex, uttered lewd comments and jokes, and on one occasion threw water on her blouse to create a wet T-shirt effect. The victim reported feeling humiliated and alone, and the assaults were initially investigated but not pursued at the time.

Convicted after trial; was a serving police officer who denied the charges; judge highlighted his abuse of trust and degrading behaviour; he retired on medical grounds and has a family including children, grandchildren, and a great-grandson.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Brandon Norton

Sexual assault

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

Brandon Norton, 22, sexually assaulted a girl in a North Tyneside park after providing her with alcohol, leading to his conviction.

Steven Rycroft

Rape

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 10 years and 5 months imprisonment

Steven Rycroft subjected a teenage girl to a terrifying sex attack in North Tyneside, leaving her traumatised. He issued death threats, telling her she would be killed if she told anyone. The victim described the incident as a day that changed her life forever, leaving her with lasting pain and fear.

Pleaded guilty to offences including rape and sexual assault. Also given a lifelong restraining order and must sign the sex offenders register for life. Judge commended the victim for her courage in fighting him off and continuing with her life.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

William Henderson

Indecent Assault and Sexual Assault

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 10 months imprisonment

William Henderson sexually assaulted a girl in the 1990s by groping her while drunk, stopping only when she elbowed him. Nearly thirty years later, he sexually assaulted a boy of a similar age, stopping when the boy reported pain. The offences had profound effects on the victims, including nightmares, panic attacks, impacts on education, family, and feelings of shame and guilt.

Pleaded guilty to indecent assault and sexual assault. Judge Amanda Rippon noted the significant impact on victims. He must sign the sex offenders register and be subject to a sexual harm prevention order for life and a restraining order.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Richard Lisle

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 2 years suspended for 18 months with 150 hours unpaid work

On December 28, 2021, Richard Lisle was stopped by police on Brinkburn Avenue, Gateshead, and found in possession of 43 wraps of cocaine worth more than £1,600 and over £1,200 in cash. Text messages on his phones showed evidence of drug dealing, including requests for drugs and complaints about quality. He had started dealing to fund his own addiction and pay off debts after losing his job in 2020 due to drug misuse.

Pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of cocaine. Has two previous convictions. The judge noted a realistic prospect of rehabilitation, that it has been three-and-a-half years since the offence, and that he has a son who needs his guidance.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Kevin Mcmahon

Drug dealing

June 19, 2025

Sentence: 8 years imprisonment

Kevin McMahon, 59, was involved in dealing cocaine and was caught as part of efforts to distribute the drug in the region.

Michael Armstrong

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

June 18, 2025

Sentence: 10 years and 4 months imprisonment

Michael Armstrong was involved in a conspiracy to supply more than 4 kilos of cocaine and large amounts of cannabis between March and April 2020. He used the EncroChat handle 'Frosty Case' to communicate about drug deals, including buying and selling wholesale quantities. He was arrested in April 2021 and played a leading role in the operation, which involved sourcing cocaine and supplying it to others commercially.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and conspiracy to supply cannabis. Had a leading role in sourcing and supplying drugs. Judge noted they thought they were untouchable. Defence mentioned a gambling problem and prior involvement in a scaffolding business.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Steven Brownless

Conspiracy to supply cocaine

June 18, 2025

Sentence: 7 years and 2 months imprisonment

Steven Brownless assisted Michael Armstrong in a conspiracy to supply cocaine between March and April 2020. He used the EncroChat handle 'Odd Gorilla' and was responsible for transporting, storing, and adulterating 2.25 kilos of cocaine on behalf of Armstrong and others. He was arrested in April 2021 with approximately 6g of cocaine at his home, indicating ongoing involvement in drug dealing.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and possessing cocaine with intent to supply. Acted as a courier for Michael Armstrong, involved in transporting, storing, and adulterating cocaine. Had mental health issues and was addicted to drugs at the time, with no offences since.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Udkarsh Yadav

Burglary with intent to cause criminal damage

June 17, 2025

Sentence: 14 months imprisonment suspended for two years, with rehabilitation requirements, 200 hours unpaid work, and £117 compensation

Udkarsh Yadav broke into a fellow student's room at Trinity Square student accommodation in Gateshead using a key card that allowed access to all rooms. This occurred while the victim was home for Christmas. He carried out a sex act in the room, defiling the victim's bed cover and three Jellycat teddy bears, and was caught through DNA evidence. The victim, who was experiencing her first time away from home, was left shaken by the incident.

Pleaded guilty to the offence. Judge described the act as disgusting and selfish, noting the stress it caused the victim. Defending counsel stated the behaviour was out of character and that Yadav is a student with no prior convictions mentioned.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Ryan Callaghan

Rape

June 17, 2025

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment and ordered to sign the sex offenders register

Ryan Callaghan raped a vulnerable woman who had recently been released from hospital after self-harming. The attack occurred when she was in crisis, leaving her completely broken and contributing to her decision to take her own life shortly afterwards, particularly after inadvertently walking past his house during a family outing.

Found guilty by a jury of rape. Has two previous convictions for common assault. Judge commented that the victim's suicide was not the sole cause of her death, though it was a substantial element in her final weeks.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Conner Brooke

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

June 17, 2025

Sentence: 12 months imprisonment

Conner Brooke, after being released early on licence from a previous 16-month sentence for assaulting his partner, rekindled the relationship and resumed violent behaviour within days. Incidents included throwing her and her belongings out of his home while grabbing her face and pushing her, accusing her of cheating; further violence over subsequent weeks that left her with a black eye; pushing her at a Metro station causing her head to hit a board; and in March, going through her phone, slapping her, pushing her face against a wall, and causing bruising to her arms and legs. The victim reported constant fear and worsening behaviour.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, two counts of assault by beating, and criminal damage to a window. Has 22 previous convictions for violence, carrying weapons, and exposure. Judge Recorder Mark McKone KC expressed concern about a new relationship, which is now over, and noted that Brooke was previously using Spice but is now clean of the drug. Time served in custody will not count towards this sentence due to recall on a previous one.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Adam Glover

Arson and Assault

June 16, 2025

Sentence: 2 years imprisonment

Adam Glover demanded £140 he claimed was owed to him by a man. On September 9, he went to the man's mother's house in Sunderland, squirted a liquid believed to be petrol into the man's eyes from a Lucozade Sport bottle, poured the liquid on the carpets while attempting to ignite it with a lighter, causing £600 in damage, and later set fire to another family member's BMW car as a revenge attack, resulting in £1,500 in damage to the vehicle's paintwork and plastics. The incident left the family feeling vulnerable and scared for their safety.

Admitted to arson and assault. Has 24 previous convictions. Judge described the incident as a terrifying experience for the family. Defence noted he has worked well in custody and has good references.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Kristofer Mawhinney

Controlling Behaviour

June 16, 2025

Sentence: 40 months imprisonment and a nine-year restraining order

Kristofer Mawhinney engaged in a three-year relationship where he initially showered the victim with affection but later became excessively jealous, controlling, and violent. He monitored her movements, accused her of cheating, and physically assaulted her on multiple occasions, including strangling her in a hotel in March and beating her in his home in July, which left her with bruising around both eyes and hair pulled out. He also entered her home uninvited, encouraged her to hide her injuries, and continued to contact her despite her attempts to end the relationship.

Pleaded guilty to controlling behaviour, intentional strangulation, and assault. Has 37 previous convictions. Judge described the offences as particularly serious and nasty. Defendant was addicted to crack cocaine at the time.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Liam Ellison

Handling stolen goods

June 14, 2025

Sentence: Six-month conditional discharge and suspended sentence operational period increased by three months

Liam Ellison was caught selling stolen goods from a burgled salon in Newcastle. The victim tracked her iPad and speakers, which were taken in the burglary, as Ellison sold them to a nearby city centre shop. He claimed he was not responsible for the burglary but agreed to sell the items for the actual burglar.

Adam Gallagher

Burglary

June 14, 2025

Sentence: Two years imprisonment

Adam Gallagher, wearing a balaclava, entered a property on Claremont Terrace in Blyth through an open window, terrifying a young autistic boy. He stole a bike from another insecure property during a crime spree on February 9, 2024.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of attempted burglary, one count of burglary, and one count of theft. Has 22 prior convictions for 33 offences.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Andrew Reveley

Burglary of a non-dwelling

June 14, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order, £20 fine, and £310.95 compensation

Andrew Reveley targeted the same supermarket four times in four days, entering via an unlocked door and stealing chocolate worth £300. He also stole £76-worth of men's toiletries from another store a month later.

Pleaded guilty to burglary of a non-dwelling and four counts of shop theft. Has 52 prior offences.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Kai Bell

Meeting a child following grooming

June 13, 2025

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment

Kai Bell, of Saint Peters Road, Newcastle, sent explicit pictures and videos to decoys posing as 12-year-old girls and arranged to meet them with the intention of committing further offences. He was arrested in June 2024 and charged in September 2024 after breaching bail conditions. The offences involved communicating with multiple decoys from vigilante groups, believing them to be real children.

Pleaded guilty to 13 offences, including attempting to cause a child to watch sexual activity and meeting a child following grooming. Described as a dangerous predator by police. Will serve the first two months in a young offenders' institution, followed by four years on extended licence, and is subject to lifelong placement on the Sex Offenders' Register and a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Kevin Enright

Fraud by abuse of position

June 13, 2025

Sentence: 27 months imprisonment

Kevin Enright, employed as a business finance manager at St Leonard's Catholic School in County Durham, abused his position of trust to steal £129,160 between February 2019 and November 2020. He diverted funds from the school's banking system to his own accounts and those of his then-partner, using fake invoices from non-existent suppliers. This was driven by debts accrued from gambling and substance misuse issues after his marriage ended. The theft left the school with an £84,000 deficit, leading to staff redundancies, cuts in spending on books and equipment, and long-term impacts on pupil education and trust in authority.

Admitted fraud by abuse of position. Had no previous convictions and was dealing with depression, substance misuse, and gambling addiction following the breakdown of his marriage. Expressed deep regret and willingness to repay debts, though currently unable to do so.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Richie Jefferson

Unlawful wounding

June 12, 2025

Sentence: 2 years suspended sentence, 150 hours unpaid work, and £2,500 compensation

On December 26, 2023, Richie Jefferson, after consuming 16 double vodkas in three hours, launched an unprovoked and animalistic attack on a stranger in a busy pub in Blyth, Northumberland. The victim, who had been standing in the pub for about 20 minutes, was struck multiple times, resulting in severe facial injuries including a laceration to the forehead, a cut to the nose, a broken nose, and permanent scarring. The victim was covered in blood and has since experienced emotional distress, PTSD, fear of going out alone, and difficulties with daily activities like running and cycling due to breathing issues. There was no evidence of a weapon being used, though CCTV showed a flurry of blows.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding. Had six prior convictions, including for criminal damage and stalking, and was on a community order at the time. The judge noted the attack was senseless and unprovoked, and the defendant expressed remorse, stating he no longer drinks alcohol and has reformed his life.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Edward Corbett

Theft

June 11, 2025

Sentence: 28 months imprisonment

Edward Corbett, who had Power of Attorney for his father Robert Corbett suffering from dementia, stole £189,586 over a five-and-a-half year period from 2017 to 2023. He transferred funds from his father's account to his own, withdrew cash, and took money from a casino to fund his gambling, alcohol, and drug addictions. The offending came to light in 2023 when Corbett disclosed it while seeking help for his addictions.

Pleaded guilty to theft. No previous convictions but had a caution for obtaining property by deception. Judge noted a breach of trust due to Power of Attorney, deliberate targeting of his dementia-suffering father, and the sustained period of offending over five-and-a-half years.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

David Vincent

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm

June 11, 2025

Sentence: 15 months suspended for two years with a three-month alcohol treatment requirement and a restraining order

David Vincent, while on police bail with conditions not to contact his partner, breached those conditions by contacting her via phone with both romantic and abusive messages. He then arrived at her home in Sunderland while intoxicated, refused to leave, became verbally abusive, pushed her in the chest, spat in her face, and banged her head against the bedroom wall, resulting in bruising, swelling, and a possible spinal fracture. The incident occurred in October 2024, leading to his arrest and subsequent sentencing.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and a public order offence. Has 109 previous convictions and a history of domestic violence. The victim does not support the prosecution, and he expressed remorse for his conduct.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Jonpaul Elessar

Voyeurism

June 10, 2025

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment

Jonpaul Elessar invited a vulnerable man, who was stranded and wearing only shorts, to his home in Washington. The man asked Elessar to turn off his cameras and was given a drink, after which he became unconscious, possibly due to drugs including GHB. While the victim was unconscious and naked, Elessar took a photograph of him, performed a sex act on him, and sent the image to another man. Police later found two indecent images of children on Elessar's phone. The victim reported feeling violated, humiliated, and emotionally harmed.

Pleaded guilty to voyeurism and possessing indecent images of children. Has a previous conviction from 2013 for possessing and distributing indecent images of children. Judge Sarah Mallet noted the emotional harm caused to the victim and that the image was taken for 'bragging rights'.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Richard French

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply

June 10, 2025

Sentence: Seven years and four months imprisonment

Richard French, 36, was stopped by police and found with £2 million worth of cocaine in his car.

Timothy Luckhurst-Matthews

Sexual Assault

June 10, 2025

Sentence: 10 months suspended for two years, must sign the sex offenders register for 10 years and pay £1,200 towards prosecution costs

Timothy Luckhurst-Matthews sexually assaulted a woman by putting his hand under her 'Jingle my Bells' Christmas jumper, under her bra, and grabbing and squeezing her breast to the point of pain. The incident occurred in the presence of another witness, who saw the assault. The victim was in shock and immediately protested. Luckhurst-Matthews made a comment indicating his actions and later denied the assault, which was reported to the police.

Denied the offence and was convicted by a jury. Judge described his behaviour as shocking and inexcusable, noting the lasting impact on the victim.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

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