Oxford Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 77 verdicts at Oxford Crown Court (Oxford). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

May 2024 5 cases

Michael Sweeney

Affray *

Sentence

Four months imprisonment suspended for 18 months and a £1,000 fine

Michael Sweeney, 42, of Murcott, Kidlington, was involved in an incident of affray, though specific details of the event, including when and where it occurred, are not provided in the text.

Sentenced for one count of affray. The sentence is suspended for 18 months, meaning if he re-offends within that period, he will face jail.

19 May 2024

Patryk Kubacz

Rape *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment

Patryk Kubacz, along with two others, subjected a woman to a prolonged attack near Banbury railway station between approximately 10pm on April 12, 2023, and midday on April 13, 2023. The victim was raped multiple times, subjected to sexual and physical assaults, threatened with a knife, and forced to obtain drugs before escaping and seeking help from a member of the public, leading to police involvement.

Found guilty of four counts of rape (three unanimously and one by majority verdict), one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, one count of threatening a person with a bladed article in a private place, and one count of non-fatal strangulation. Also given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and placed on the sex offenders’ register for life.

16 May 2024

Jaroslaw Szklarski

Rape *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Jaroslaw Szklarski, along with two others, subjected a woman to a prolonged attack near Banbury railway station between approximately 10pm on April 12, 2023, and midday on April 13, 2023. The victim was raped multiple times, subjected to sexual and physical assaults, threatened with a knife, and forced to obtain drugs before escaping and seeking help from a member of the public, leading to police involvement.

Found guilty of one count of rape by unanimous verdict and pleaded guilty to one count of sexual assault. Also given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and placed on the sex offenders’ register for life.

16 May 2024

Damian Sidor

Rape *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Damian Sidor, along with two others, subjected a woman to a prolonged attack near Banbury railway station between approximately 10pm on April 12, 2023, and midday on April 13, 2023. The victim was raped multiple times, subjected to sexual and physical assaults, threatened with a knife, and forced to obtain drugs before escaping and seeking help from a member of the public, leading to police involvement.

Found guilty of one count of rape by unanimous verdict. Also given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and placed on the sex offenders’ register for life.

16 May 2024

Daniel Gonzalez

Manslaughter *

Sentence

6 years and 10 months imprisonment

On December 15, 2024, Daniel Gonzalez, while significantly intoxicated after drinking half a litre of brandy, argued with his father, Matias Gonzalez, at their home on Oxford Road, Garsington. The argument stemmed from the father not informing him about encountering a man who owed Gonzalez money. Gonzalez pushed past his father with his forearm at the top of the stairs, causing him to fall and sustain extensive injuries, including to his head. The father, who had a heart condition and had been drinking, died two days later on December 17, 2024, at John Radcliffe Hospital. Gonzalez called an ambulance, remained at the scene, and attempted first aid.

Pleaded guilty to manslaughter. The judge noted a history of domestic abuse against his father, intoxication at the time of the incident, and a 'difficult and dysfunctional' relationship. Prior incidents included headbutting his father in 2018 and pushing him in 2023, for which he received a community resolution order.

13 May 2024

April 2024 2 cases

Mohammed Ibrahim

Travelling without a valid ticket *

Sentence

220 GBP fine, 13 GBP compensation, 88 GBP surcharge, 150 GBP costs

Mohammed Ibrahim, 39, of Southchurch Road, Southend, was travelling without a valid 13 GBP train ticket at Huntingdon station on October 26.

Offence proved via single justice procedure.

30 Apr 2024

John-Paul Walker

Attempted Rape *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

John-paul Walker, 44, of Dedworth Road, Windsor, was found guilty of assault by penetration and attempted rape of a 13-year-old girl. The offences occurred in 2018. During sentencing, it was heard that Walker still denies the crimes, and references were provided by his family. His barrister argued he is not a dangerous offender despite his denial.

Denied the offences but was found guilty after a trial in October. No previous convictions; struggling with mental health in custody. Judge Emma Nott noted the serious psychological harm caused. Subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and a restraining order. Will serve two thirds of the sentence before release.

1 Apr 2024

February 2024 1 case

Vicky Butler

Sexual assault *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment and a one year extended licence

Vicky Butler sexually assaulted three young girls in Oxfordshire around a decade ago. The offences involved assaulting two girls under the age of 13 on multiple occasions, including acts of penetration, and sexual activity with a 13-year-old on at least three occasions in 2013. One victim described being attacked while in her school uniform, where Butler forced her to the floor, removed her clothing, and assaulted her repeatedly over 10 times, causing her significant pain and fear. The victims were vulnerable, and Butler exploited this for his own purposes, potentially ruining their lives.

Pleaded guilty to one count of sexual activity with a 13-year-old in 2013. Found guilty by jury on four counts of assaulting a girl under the age of 13 and two counts of assaulting a girl under 13 by penetration. Judge Nigel Daly noted the defendant's history of sexual behaviour towards young girls, their vulnerability, and that the offences occurred a decade ago with no reoffending since. A reference on the defendant's behalf was considered, but he was not deemed dangerous.

17 Feb 2024

December 2023 1 case

Jason Zibarras

Dangerous Driving *

Sentence

1.5 years imprisonment and a 3-year driving ban

Jason Zibarras, 50, was demonstrating the speed of his new Porsche to his teenage son when he collided with a Volvo and a Renault on the A3400 near Chipping Norton in January 2022, resulting in life-changing injuries to the Volvo driver and multiple injuries to a 10-month-old child who was in the vehicle.

Sentenced after a hearing involving a crash that caused serious injuries.

22 Dec 2023

August 2023 8 cases

Susan Bruland

Fraud by abuse of position *

Sentence

five years imprisonment

Susan Bruland abused her position as power of attorney for Janet and Michael Rumke, dishonestly making a gain for herself through fraudulent activities. The offences occurred between July 27, 2022, and October 31, 2023.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of fraud by abuse of position. Sentenced by Judge Ian Pringle KC.

29 Aug 2023

David Mcmahon

Causing fear of violence by harassment *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months; 5 rehabilitation activity days; 60 hours unpaid work

David McMahon harassed Matthew Hobbs, who had an affair with McMahon's wife, through threats and confrontations. On November 24, 2023, he shouted at Hobbs while driving in Bicester and told him to pull over. On December 16, 2023, he shouted profanities at Hobbs in front of his children and threatened to put fireworks through his letterbox. This led to Hobbs experiencing anxiety, installing CCTV, changing his routines, and planning to move home.

Pleaded guilty to the offence. Judge Ian Pringle KC described the behaviour as wholly unacceptable. Mitigating factors included prior time in custody for seven weeks, ongoing counselling, and potential impacts on his running activities.

26 Aug 2023

Ateeq Hussain

Fraud *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Ateeq Hussain contacted two men via dating apps, offering them drugs and then fraudulently demanding money to pay for them, leading to him taking more than £30,000 from them. He supplied a small amount of drugs to one victim to build trust. The incidents occurred between September 15 and November 13, 2022, for one victim, and involved threats of violence that left both men in constant fear for their lives. Victim statements highlighted the severe emotional and financial impact.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of fraud, one count of supplying cocaine, and possession of drugs. Mitigating factors included being the primary carer for his father and having stopped using drugs since becoming a father. The judge described the crime as despicable and rejected a suspended sentence.

22 Aug 2023

Aaron Flemon

Controlling or Coercive Behaviour *

Sentence

3 years and 6 months imprisonment and a 7-year restraining order

Aaron Flemon, of Bartlett Place, Milton, engaged in controlling or coercive behaviour between July 31 and December 20, 2022, which included putting his victim down, exhibiting possessive and degrading behaviour, making her leave her workplace, assaulting her three times in Banbury between August and December 2022, accusing her of being a prostitute, accusing her of cheating, and checking her clothes. He failed to attend court on August 9, 2023.

Pleaded guilty to engaging in controlling or coercive behaviour, three counts of assault by beating, and failing to surrender to court bail. He has a history of failing to comply with bail conditions.

21 Aug 2023

Prinse Kessie

Stalking and Sexual Assault *

Sentence

Section 37 hospital order

Prinse Kessie, 33, of Prospero Way, Swindon, committed one count of stalking involving serious alarm or distress, one count of sexual assault on a female, and one count of exposure in the Bicester area in July and September 2023. He was apprehended and sentenced for these sexual offences and stalking.

Kessie was sentenced for the offences and also placed on the sex offenders' register for 10 years. The order is under the Mental Health Act 1983 for treatment due to a mental disorder.

19 Aug 2023

Szabolcs Pap

Threatening Behaviour *

Sentence

12-month community order and 50 hours of unpaid work

Szabolcs Pap threatened taxi driver Waqas Ahmed with a knife and damaged the taxi belonging to Royal Cars in Littlemore on October 22, 2022. He also caused damage to a traffic bollard and used threatening behaviour towards Osaman Asif on the same occasion.

Used abusive or insulting words or behaviour with intent to cause that person to believe that immediate unlawful violence would be used against him or to provoke the immediate use of unlawful violence. Avoided jail.

15 Aug 2023

Geoffray Green

Dangerous driving *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment, suspended for 18 months; 2-year driving ban; 20 rehabilitation activity days

Geoffray Green, 58, of Hop Gardens, Henley, drove a Volkswagen Golf dangerously on the A40 Eastern Bypass, Banbury Road, and Calton Road in Oxford on March 9, 2023.

Pleaded guilty. Sentenced by Mr Recorder David Whittaker.

14 Aug 2023

Wayne Young

Breach of Sexual Harm Prevention Order *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years

Wayne Young breached his Sexual Harm Prevention Order by possessing indecent images of children and attempting to communicate with minors online. Between August 22, 2022, and July 20, 2023, he was found with several indecent images, including 15 Category A, 27 Category B, and nine Category C images, and further images made between February 26, 2023, and March 1, 2023. He attempted to communicate with a 15-year-old girl, calling her a 'good girl' and commenting on her body, and also communicated with other young children. Additionally, he downloaded chat apps, used VPNs, deleted data from his phone, and created a Reddit account, all in violation of his order, shortly after his release on May 29, 2023.

Pled guilty to four breaches of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Judge Hassan Khan noted that the acts seemed impulsive and that there was a prospect of rehabilitation. He was also ordered to complete up to 26 rehabilitation days and 150 hours of unpaid work within 12 months, with a warning that any further breach would result in activation of the sentence.

12 Aug 2023

July 2023 5 cases

Tyler Little

Communicating false information *

Sentence

5 years and 3 months imprisonment

Tyler Little made a false bomb report to police about a property in Goodbody Close, Faringdon, on March 6, 2023, which triggered a major emergency response involving armed officers, dozens of police, and a canine unit. This led to a seven-hour standoff, during which he was in possession of an imitation firearm and made threats, causing alarm to neighbours and a waste of police resources. He was also charged with robbery, threats to kill, communicating false information, and two counts of theft from a shop.

Pleaded guilty to all charges at a hearing on May 26. The court ordered the forfeiture and destruction of his imitation firearm and a victim surcharge of £228.

25 Jul 2023

James Knipe

Actual bodily harm *

Sentence

£800 fine, plus £400 contribution to costs, and a victim surcharge

James Knipe, along with his twin brother Richard, boarded a number 35 bus in Oxford after 11pm on December 10, 2021. Words were exchanged with another group, leading to an initial assault on the twins. James, who suffered a broken nose, returned to the top floor after hearing his brother and then repeatedly punched, strangled, and dragged Courtney Romeo down the stairs, causing Romeo to pass out twice and require hospital treatment.

Entered a guilty plea; involved in a bus brawl where he and his brother became aggressors after initially being victims.

21 Jul 2023

Courtney Romeo

Assault by beating *

Sentence

12-month community order with 12 rehabilitation activity days

Courtney Romeo was involved in a group brawl on the top floor of a number 35 bus between Oxford and Abingdon on December 10, 2021. He stayed on the bus after others fled and continued confronting Richard Knipe, leading to an attack by the Knipe brothers where he was punched, strangled, dragged down the stairs, and passed out twice, requiring hospital treatment.

Entered a guilty plea; was already serving another community order and remained on the bus after the initial confrontation, continuing the fight.

21 Jul 2023

Daniel Jones

Assault by beating *

Sentence

£400 fine and £200 contribution to costs

Daniel Jones was involved in a group brawl on the top floor of a number 35 bus between Oxford and Abingdon on December 10, 2021. He was part of a larger group that initiated the attack on the Knipe brothers and fled the bus when the situation escalated.

Entered a guilty plea; was part of the initial group that attacked the Knipe brothers and fled the bus afterward.

21 Jul 2023

Richard Knipe

Affray *

Sentence

£600 fine, plus £400 contribution to costs, and a victim surcharge

Richard Knipe, along with his twin brother James, boarded a number 35 bus in Oxford after 11pm on December 10, 2021. An altercation with another group escalated into violence, with the twins initially being victims. Richard was confronted by Courtney Romeo on the top floor, leading to his brother James intervening, after which the twins became the aggressors.

Entered a guilty plea; participated in the bus brawl, becoming an aggressor after an initial attack on him and his brother.

21 Jul 2023

May 2023 2 cases

Stephen Burnett

Gross Indecency with a Girl Under 16 *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment, suspended for 2 years, plus 15 rehabilitation sessions and a 6-month curfew

In 2002, Stephen Burnett took inappropriate photos of a girl under 16 and performed inappropriate acts in front of her while asking her to adopt different positions. He offered to get her into modelling. The offences were reported in 2022, leading to his arrest on July 6, 2022, charges on January 24, 2023, and a guilty plea on March 17, 2023.

Pleaded guilty to the offence. Placed on the sex offenders' register for 10 years.

22 May 2023

Sally Burborough

Fraud *

Sentence

3 years and 2 months imprisonment

Sally Burborough, a 58-year-old bookkeeper from Aylesbury, abused her position of trust at Haseley Farm in Oxfordshire, where she managed the books since 2008. Between June 2016 and January 2023, she siphoned off £185,815.52 by transferring funds to her joint bank account with her husband and her business account. This fraud continued even after the farm owner's death, causing significant emotional distress to the family, including an 84-year-old widow and her children, who described it as an act of greed and a betrayal of trust.

Pleaded guilty to one count of fraud by abuse of position. Sentence reduced due to good character references and guilty plea, though partially offset by delays from a Newton hearing. Defence argued she has an unblemished record and wishes to repay the money.

13 May 2023

October 2019 1 case

Benjamin Field

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 36 years

Benjamin Field, a former church warden, murdered Peter Farquhar, a 69-year-old university lecturer, in October 2015 by secretly administering tranquiliser drugs and spiking his whisky as part of a plan to inherit his house and money. He also manipulated and entered into fraudulent relationships with pensioners, including Ann Moore-Martin, by deceiving them into changing their wills, and faked messages from God to control them.

Admitted to fraudulent relationships; judge noted he lived by deception, manipulated people, and murdered the victim by drugging and possibly suffocating him.

1 Oct 2019

September 2017 1 case

Lavinia Woodward

Unlawful wounding *

Sentence

10-month prison sentence suspended for 18 months

On 30 December 2016, Lavinia Woodward, a 24-year-old medical student at Christ Church, Oxford, stabbed her boyfriend, a Cambridge University student, in the lower leg with a bread knife during an argument in her Oxford accommodation. The incident occurred after she had been drinking and became angry when he contacted her mother for help. She threw objects, picked up the knife, and stabbed him while he called 999. She was restrained as she attempted to harm herself. The injuries were relatively minor. Woodward was deeply distraught and mentally disturbed at the time, influenced by her addictions to Class A drugs and alcohol, and an eating disorder.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding. No previous convictions. Described as genuinely remorseful and having overcome addictions through treatment. Judge noted her emotional instability, eating disorder, and alcohol/drug dependence.

25 Sep 2017

January 2000 1 case

Paul Robson

Attempted rape and indecent assault *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 9 years

Paul Robson entered a woman’s home through a cat flap, tied her up, put a pillow case over her head, and brutally assaulted her while holding a knife to her throat. The attack occurred three weeks after his release from prison on licence.

Sentenced as a 'menace to females'. Refused parole in February last year. Recommended for open prison. Absconded from HMP North Sea Camp. To be ineligible for parole for at least a further two years upon recapture.

1 Jan 2000

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