Northampton Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 22 verdicts at Northampton Crown Court (Northampton). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

January 2026 3 cases

Alicia Novas

Misconduct in a public office *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Alicia Novas, a teenage prison officer at HMP Five Wells in Wellingborough, engaged in a sexual relationship with inmate Declan Winkless between August 1, 2024, and December 24, 2024. She smuggled cannabis and two mobile phones into the prison for him, passed on her personal mobile number leading to nearly 3,000 communications, and provided sensitive information including the name of a prison informant on November 23, 2024, putting the informant at risk and undermining prison security. Two videos of her having sexual intercourse in her uniform were posted on Snapchat by Winkless and ended up in the press. The relationship became sexual by November 16, 2024, and involved Winkless offering expensive gifts.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of misconduct in a public office, two counts of unauthorised transmission of image or sound by electronic communication from within a prison, and two counts of conveying an article into or out of a prison. Described as naive and immature, vulnerable to manipulation due to age (18 at the time) and undiagnosed emotionally unstable personality disorder. Sentenced via prison videolink from HMP Peterborough.

26 Jan 2026

Declan Winkless

Encouraging and assisting misconduct in a public office *

Sentence

3 years and 4 months imprisonment, consecutive to existing 11 years and 3 months sentence

Declan Winkless, a 31-year-old inmate serving an 11-year and 3-month sentence for burglary conspiracies at HMP Five Wells, manipulated prison officer Alicia Novas into a romantic and sexual relationship starting around November 2024. He used four illegal devices for nearly 3,000 communications, posted two Snapchat videos of sexual intercourse with Novas in her uniform, received smuggled cannabis and two mobile phones from her, and obtained sensitive information including the name of a prison informant on November 23, 2024, endangering the informant's safety and prison investigations. A Motorola phone was found in his cell on December 22, 2024.

Pleaded guilty to encouraging and assisting misconduct in a public office, two counts of unauthorised transmission of image or sound by electronic communication from within a prison, two counts of conveying an article into or out of a prison, and unauthorised possession of a Motorola phone. Showed remorse for his actions. Sentenced via prison videolink from HMP Peterborough.

26 Jan 2026

Simeon William James Weekes

Breach of Sexual Harm Prevention Order *

Sentence

2 years and 8 months imprisonment

Simeon William James Weekes, 31, previously of Wigston, was subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) issued in February 2018 following a conviction for making indecent photographs and pseudo-photographs of children. The SHPO included strict digital conditions, banning the deletion of search history or downloading and then removing mobile apps. On September 16, 2025, officers visited his home in Northampton and analyzed his mobile phone, discovering he had downloaded and deleted a social networking app. He was arrested and charged with breaching the SHPO.

Pleaded guilty to breaching Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Investigating officer PC Leanne Tyson emphasized zero-tolerance approach to managing sex offenders.

15 Jan 2026

November 2025 1 case

Oliver George White

Rape *

Sentence

6 years and 2 months imprisonment

Oliver George White, 34, of Coltman Drive, Loughborough, carried out the rape of a woman in her home in Northampton in 2023. He went on trial earlier in 2025, was found guilty by a jury after a two-week trial in August, and was sentenced for the rape and for breaching a sexual risk order made by Northampton Magistrates’ Court in March 2024, which required him to inform police of any new sexual relationships. He was arrested for the breach in February 2025. He was found not guilty of one further rape and an attempted rape.

Found guilty by jury of rape; pleaded guilty to breaching a sexual risk order; indefinite restraining order prohibiting contact with victim; showed lack of empathy or remorse.

21 Nov 2025

October 2025 2 cases

Michael Rooney

Rape *

Sentence

7 years and 9 months imprisonment

On the night of October 12, 2020, Michael Rooney, 23, from Broughton near Kettering, and Jimmy Doran drove a woman to a property in Stanion Lane, Corby, coerced her into drinking a bottle-and-a-half of wine, and then raped her. The woman escaped despite her phone being taken and reported the offences to Northamptonshire Police. Rooney and Doran were arrested and charged.

Found guilty by a jury after a six-day trial. Sentenced on October 13, 2025.

13 Oct 2025

Jimmy Doran

Rape *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

On the night of October 12, 2020, Jimmy Doran, 22, of Kirton near Boston, and Michael Rooney drove a woman to a property in Stanion Lane, Corby, coerced her into drinking a bottle-and-a-half of wine, and then raped her. The woman escaped despite her phone being taken and reported the offences to Northamptonshire Police. Doran and Rooney were arrested and charged.

Found guilty by a jury after a six-day trial. Sentenced on October 13, 2025.

13 Oct 2025

September 2025 1 case

Ben Williams

Breach of domestic violence protection order *

Sentence

4 weeks imprisonment

On 15/09/2025, Ben Williams breached a domestic violence protection order made on 30/08/2025 by making direct contact with a named female via telephone.

Found guilty of breaching a domestic violence protection order.

18 Sep 2025

August 2025 3 cases

Aimee Duke

Misconduct in a public office *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

Aimee Duke, a 26-year-old prison officer at HMP Five Wells in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, was caught on CCTV entering prisoners' cells on numerous occasions without any professional reason. She also took her personal bag into the prison wing, which was prohibited. In August 2022, a search revealed a piece of paper with a prisoner's ID number in her purse. She was arrested on September 23, 2022, and her mobile phone contained text messages showing intimate communications with inmates, including requests for pictures and expressions of wanting to be together. The relationship continued even after the inmate was transferred to another prison.

Admitted two counts of misconduct in a public office. The other two counts were ordered to remain on file. Detective Inspector Richard Cornell commented that she used her position of authority to form inappropriate relationships, and her actions do not reflect the standards of most prison staff.

27 Aug 2025

Haron James

Causing serious injury through dangerous driving *

Sentence

26 months imprisonment and disqualified from driving for more than three years

Haron James was driving a white Mercedes Sprinter van back to Leicestershire from an exhibition in London via the A14 in the early hours of November 4, 2024, after a 13-hour shift. He fell asleep at the wheel while the vehicle was on cruise control, causing it to drift onto the grass verge and collide with a barrier. A passenger in the rear of the van, who was not wearing a seat belt and had no proper seating, suffered serious head and neck injuries as a result of the impact.

Pleaded guilty to causing serious injury through dangerous driving. Had worked a 13-hour shift and ignored signs of tiredness before the crash.

26 Aug 2025

Tony James

Arson with intent to endanger life *

Sentence

four years imprisonment

On February 19, 2025, Tony James used an accelerant to set a blue Mazda car on fire in Fotheringhay Road, Corby, causing £5,500 worth of damage. In the process, he accidentally set himself on fire, sustaining substantial burns. Police investigation identified him through forensic evidence and CCTV, leading to his arrest in his caravan where they discovered cocaine worth nearly £10,000 and some cannabis. He was charged with multiple offences related to the incident.

Pleaded guilty to arson with intent to endanger life, possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, and possession of Class B drugs. Officer comments highlighted the complexity of the investigation and the evidence, including forensic analysis and CCTV.

18 Aug 2025

July 2025 2 cases

Hammanjulde Hammawa

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

Three years imprisonment

Hammanjulde Hammawa, a 65-year-old vascular consultant, was driving his black Mercedes and crossed double white lines to overtake a lorry while rushing to work. This dangerous manoeuvre resulted in a head-on crash with a silver Yamaha motorbike ridden by Maciej Stepien on November 29, 2022, near the village of Hargrave, Northamptonshire, leading to Mr Stepien's death at the scene.

Changed plea to guilty after initially denying the charge. Victim impact statement highlighted the profound loss to the family.

15 Jul 2025

Casey Edwards

Dangerous Driving *

Sentence

26 months imprisonment and banned from driving for 31 months

Casey Edwards, 26, led police on a high-speed chase in a silver Mercedes C200 along the A45 near Great Doddington, Northamptonshire, on April 27, 2025. He reached speeds of 130mph on a 60mph dual carriageway, nearly forced a police car off the road near a broken-down vehicle, drove at 60mph through residential streets, went the wrong way around roundabouts, mounted a pavement, and performed dangerous undertaking manoeuvres. He crashed into a Kia Niro, causing minor injuries to its occupants, then lost control and collided with wooden bollards before stopping in a bush. He attempted to flee but was arrested after a short foot chase.

Pleaded guilty to all charges. Police noted his dangerous and reckless driving put lives at risk, and he will need to sit an extended test before driving again.

4 Jul 2025

June 2025 1 case

Iurie Gavrilita

Possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A *

Sentence

2 years and 6 months imprisonment

Iurie Gavrilita was driving a black Mercedes in Aldershot when police noticed suspicious behaviour on March 8, 2024. A search revealed 18 wraps of cocaine hidden in a sock in his underwear, £375 in cash, and two mobile phones in the vehicle. He was charged with possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A.

Pleaded guilty. Detective Constable Luke Kedge highlighted the seriousness of drug activity and its impact on the community.

27 Jun 2025

May 2025 2 cases

Daniel Carter

Theft by Employee *

Sentence

22 months in prison

Daniel Carter, a 35-year-old employed by the Raunds site of logistics giant DPD, stole electronic items worth an estimated £2,327 while working there. He was already a serving prisoner at HMP Fosse Way in Leicester at the time of sentencing.

Pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing. Sentence to be served concurrently with his current prison term. Sentenced by His Honour Judge Rupert Mayo.

31 May 2025

Wayne Stead

Stalking *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Wayne Stead stalked a female victim and her partner for three months between August and November 2024. He visited her home address in Rushden, repeatedly messaged and called her, followed her when she left her home, and placed a surreptitious tracker on her car. The stalking had a substantial adverse effect on her usual day-to-day activities.

Admitted charge of stalking. Appeared before His Honour Judge David Herbert. Indefinite restraining order imposed, banning him from visiting the woman’s street, going to Rushden Pocket Park, a specific school in a neighbouring county, or contacting the woman or another man connected to her. Must pay a surcharge of £228 on release.

16 May 2025

July 2024 4 cases

Darren Lafferty

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs (cocaine) *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Darren Lafferty, 50, of Snatchill Close, Corby, helped Alexander McConnell sell wholesale quantities of cocaine. On October 8, 2020, he met Marcus Brown in Corby before joining Brown and James Davis at Corby Town Football Club for a drug handover with Edward Shephard. Arrested on December 1, 2020, following the EMSOU investigation into the cocaine supply operation in Corby and surrounding areas during October and November 2020.

Changed plea to guilty shortly after trial proceedings began. Further hearing under Proceeds of Crime Act scheduled for November 25.

15 Jul 2024

Edward Shephard

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs (cocaine) *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Edward Shephard, 40, also known as Ted, of Pascal Close, Corby, assisted Alexander McConnell in selling wholesale quantities of cocaine. He collected drugs with McConnell and participated in a handover at Corby Town Football Club on October 8, 2020, where Marcus Brown and James Davis were present. Arrested on November 25, 2020, as part of the EMSOU investigation into the drugs ring operating in Corby and beyond during October and November 2020.

Changed plea to guilty at the outset of trial proceedings. Forfeiture order for £5,058.57 cash and deprivation order for a BMW car.

15 Jul 2024

James Davis

Possession with intent to supply Class A drugs (cocaine) *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

James Davis, 35, of High Road, Guyhirn, Wisbech, Cambs, was a customer in Alexander McConnell's cocaine supply ring. On October 8, 2020, he drove in convoy with Marcus Brown from Cambridgeshire to Corby, participated in a handover at Corby Town Football Club, and was stopped by police in Cottingham shortly after, where officers recovered a block of high-purity cocaine worth up to £24,900 from his Jaguar car. Arrested on December 3, 2020, as part of the EMSOU investigation into activities in October and November 2020.

Admitted possession of cocaine with intent to supply; conspiracy charge allowed to lie on file. Sentence increased due to previous convictions for the same offence.

15 Jul 2024

Marcus Brown

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs (cocaine) *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Marcus Brown, 65, of High Road, Guyhirn, Wisbech, Cambs, was involved in Alexander McConnell's cocaine supply ring as a customer. On October 8, 2020, he drove in convoy with James Davis from Cambridgeshire to Corby, met Darren Lafferty, and participated in a drug handover at Corby Town Football Club with Edward Shephard. Arrested on December 3, 2020, following the EMSOU investigation into the operation in Corby and beyond during October and November 2020.

Changed plea to guilty shortly after trial proceedings began. Further hearing under Proceeds of Crime Act scheduled for November 25.

15 Jul 2024

January 2024 1 case

Cameron Bryce

Causing death by driving without due care/consideration while unfit through drugs *

Sentence

5 years and 7 months imprisonment

On November 17, 2022, at around 7.30am, 23-year-old Cameron Bryce was driving a blue Ford Transit on the A43 southbound between Bulwick and Blatherwycke, Northamptonshire, when he crossed onto the wrong side of the road due to being unfit through cocaine and cannabis taken the night before. He collided with a silver DAF truck, causing it to veer into the southbound carriageway where it collided with a white Ford Courier van driven by Sam Morris, which then crashed off the road. Sam Morris, 32, from Wisbech, father of three young daughters, was pronounced dead at the scene. The lorry driver suffered significant psychological trauma, including PTSD and a trauma-induced neurological condition causing seizures, ending his 30-year driving career.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by driving without due care/consideration while unfit through drugs and causing serious injury by careless/inconsiderate driving. Also disqualified from driving for 9 years and 5 months, ordered to pay £228 surcharge, and driving record endorsed. The additional 15 months for the injury charge to be served concurrently with 3-year driving disqualification also concurrent.

31 Jan 2024

July 2023 1 case

Louis De Zoysa

Murder *

Sentence

Whole life imprisonment

Louis De Zoysa shot and killed Metropolitan Police Sergeant Matt Ratana in a holding cell at Croydon's Windmill Road custody centre on September 25, 2020. While handcuffed, he retrieved a concealed .41-calibre revolver and fired multiple shots, hitting Sgt Ratana in the chest and thigh, leading to his death. De Zoysa also sustained injuries from his own gunfire. He was arrested earlier that day in Norbury and had bullets and cannabis on his person.

Convicted of murder; appealed on grounds of fitness to plead and sentence severity, but appeal was dismissed by the Court of Appeal. Diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder; claimed diminished responsibility but was found to have acted deliberately.

1 Jul 2023

April 2021 1 case

Alexander Mcconnell

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs (cocaine) *

Sentence

10 years and 8 months imprisonment

Alexander McConnell, 59, ran a large-scale and sophisticated illegal enterprise supplying wholesale quantities of cocaine from Liverpool to Corby between April and December 2020, and in Corby and beyond during October and November 2020. He used accomplices to store, drop, and collect drugs from vehicles parked at various locations around Corby, including a grey Citroen van. An investigation by the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) led to his arrest on November 25, 2020.

Admitted both charges of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs (cocaine).

1 Apr 2021

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