Plymouth Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 127 verdicts at Plymouth Crown Court (Plymouth, Plymouth). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

June 2025 6 cases

Altan Tezcan

Aggravated Burglary *

Sentence

8.5 years imprisonment

Altan Tezcan, along with Curtis Smith and Bektas Gurgur, broke into a family home in Devonport on February 17, 2024, armed with a knuckleduster, knife, and imitation gun. He held the imitation firearm during the assault on the victims, demanding money and issuing threats. Approximately £12,500 in cash and keys were stolen, and the incident was captured on a doorbell camera. The group fled in a car that had travelled from London.

Pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary. Judge Robert Linford noted that the offence was significantly planned, involved weapons, and occurred with children present in the home.

13 Jun 2025

Curtis Smith

Aggravated Burglary *

Sentence

8.5 years imprisonment

Curtis Smith, along with Altan Tezcan and Bektas Gurgur, broke into a family home in Devonport on February 17, 2024, armed with a knuckleduster, knife, and imitation gun. They forced their way in, assaulted the occupants and a friend present, demanding money while threatening to shoot. Approximately £12,500 in cash and keys were stolen, and the incident was captured on a doorbell camera. The group fled in a car that had travelled from London.

Pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary. Judge Robert Linford noted that the offence was significantly planned, involved weapons, and occurred with children present in the home.

13 Jun 2025

Bektas Gurgur

Aggravated Burglary *

Sentence

13 years imprisonment

Bektas Gurgur, along with others, forced their way into a victim's home in Plymouth in February 2024. They assaulted the occupants and a friend, demanding money, and stole £12,500 in cash and keys. Gurgur searched the house and issued orders during the incident, with children present. The group fled in a car after the burglary. He has links to the Hackney Bombers gang and a history of violent offences.

Convicted by a jury of aggravated burglary. Prior convictions include an 11-year sentence for a similar offence in 2012.

13 Jun 2025

Kurtis Smith

Wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

Three years imprisonment

Kurtis Smith attacked Royal Navy serviceman Elliot Holt in Plymouth city centre on March 18, 2023, following an altercation inside a McDonald's restaurant. Smith threatened to 'bite his face off' and later knocked Holt to the ground, bit off part of his ear, and spat it out. The incident was captured on CCTV, and Smith was under the influence of alcohol at the time. Holt suffered permanent injury, required multiple surgeries, and experienced significant pain and disruption to his naval service.

Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. Must serve 40 percent of the sentence, pay £2,500 compensation to the victim, and a victim surcharge of £228. Judge noted mitigating factors including early guilty plea, remorse, and personal circumstances such as family illnesses and bereavements.

12 Jun 2025

Talha Redwan

Possession of a bladed article *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

Talha Redwan was dealing heroin and crack cocaine in Cambridge Road, Plymouth, on November 4, 2024, when he was approached aggressively by Shane Sweet, armed with a hammer, and Ben Davis, who threatened him with a liquid. Redwan carried a kitchen knife for protection as advised by a more experienced criminal. During the altercation, he used the knife in self-defence, resulting in Sweet's death. He was acquitted of murder but sentenced for possessing the knife in a public place.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a bladed article. Served 40 percent of the sentence before release. Judge noted his naivety and involvement in drug dealing under direction of others.

11 Jun 2025

Colin Taylor

Arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Colin Taylor, aged 67 and of no fixed abode, set light to his flat in a block in Vauxhall Street, Barbican, Plymouth, on May 30, 2024, which put other lives at risk. Firefighters from Greenbank, Camel's Head, and Plymstock stations, along with police and paramedics, responded to the incident. One resident was rescued and treated for smoke inhalation, and the road was closed for several hours due to the emergency response.

Pleaded guilty to the charge. Sentenced by Judge Mathew Turner and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £228.

4 Jun 2025

May 2025 2 cases

Peter Wilkinson

Rape *

Sentence

30 years imprisonment

Peter Wilkinson, of Drake Gardens in Tavistock, preyed upon five vulnerable women in the Tavistock area between 2012 and 2024. He subjected them to rape, serious sexual assault, physical assaults, and strangulation, causing lasting trauma. He was arrested in October 2023 after reports of abuse, and a jury found him guilty of 21 offences following a trial that included testimony from the victims about the profound impact on their lives.

Found guilty after a five-week trial at Plymouth Crown Court. Has an intellectual disability; must serve two-thirds of the sentence before being considered for parole and sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for life. Judge HHJ Robert Linford described him as a sexual predator who targeted vulnerable women due to their vulnerabilities.

30 May 2025

Christopher Thompson

Possession of a prohibited article in prison and transmission of electronic communications *

Sentence

Seven months imprisonment for each of two offences, to run concurrently with his existing sentence; one year post-sentence supervision; £156 victim surcharge

While serving a prison sentence at HMP Dartmoor, Christopher Thompson possessed a smuggled Zanco mobile phone and charger in his cell, which was discovered on 18 July 2022. He used the phone to make over 700 calls and send messages to his ex-partner between 14 June 2022 and 22 June 2022, including extremely abusive and threatening content such as threats to kill her and her family. The phone was also used to contact his mother and was shared among other prisoners.

Pleaded guilty to the offences. Judge noted the calls included extremely abusive and threatening messages, including threats to kill his ex-partner and her family, and highlighted the unwarranted delay in the case proceeding to court.

25 May 2025

April 2025 3 cases

Paul Antony Butler

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 27 years

Paul Antony Butler murdered his estranged wife Claire Chick by stabbing her to death on January 22, 2025, in West Hoe Road, Plymouth. The couple had been separated, and Claire had contacted Devon and Cornwall Police multiple times since September 19, 2024, expressing fears about his erratic behaviour, stalking, and threats regarding their house and pension. Butler had flown to Kuala Lumpur around that time but continued to harass her. Despite six statements from Claire detailing her fear and its impact on her life, police actions were later investigated by the IOPC.

Pleaded guilty to murder. Had prior convictions between 1986 and 1988 including sexual offences against girls and women and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Acquitted of rape in 2007.

25 Apr 2025

Paul Butler

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum tariff of 27 years

Paul Butler, 53, murdered Claire Chick, a 48-year-old University of Plymouth lecturer and mother of two, on January 22, 2025, in a frenzied knife attack at her home in West Hoe Road, Plymouth. After their relationship ended, Butler engaged in months of harassment and stalking, including placing a tracking device in her car, posting threatening social media updates, and making comments indicating potential violence. Despite being arrested and released on bail with a ban from contacting her, he continued stalking. Upon learning of her new relationship, he confronted her wearing a camouflage hooded top, stabbed her more than 20 times with a large kitchen knife, and also attempted to kill her new partner. Claire died that night despite efforts to save her. Butler fled, purchased alcohol and painkillers, traveled to Liskeard, and attempted suicide by overdose.

Pleaded guilty to murder. Previous convictions for violence and sexual offences from 1986-1988 were taken into account.

25 Apr 2025

Jordan Blackmore

Wounding with intent to cause GBH *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

On November 21, 2024, Jordan Blackmore, 29, of Fore Street, Bere Ferrers, intentionally reversed his Audi S3 at speed into a pedestrian on Southside Street in the Barbican, Plymouth, crushing the victim against the front of his van. The victim's pregnant partner was inside the van and was unhurt. The victim sustained life-changing injuries, including a broken tibia requiring immediate surgery, and was taken to Derriford Hospital. Blackmore left the scene but later presented himself at Charles Cross Police Station.

Pleaded guilty to one count of wounding with intent to cause GBH. Charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving and Section 18 GBH.

22 Apr 2025

March 2025 1 case

Samuel Netley

Sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

10 years and eight months extended sentence

In 2019, Samuel Netley, who lied about his age, befriended a girl under the age of 16 on Snapchat, sent her inappropriate pictures, pressured her to meet him in woods in Ivybridge, and physically abused her. The offending and grooming were uncovered through extensive examination of mobile phones after the victim's mother reported the abuse to police.

Pleaded guilty mid-trial to four counts of sexual activity with a child and breach of a sexual harm prevention order. Must serve on sex offenders’ register for life. Restraining order imposed to protect the victim. Previously convicted of child sex offences.

5 Mar 2025

February 2025 4 cases

Antony James

Rape *

Sentence

21 years imprisonment

Antony James raped two teenage girls and committed sexual offences against them over a 10-year period between 2012 and 2022. He used his position as a respected swimmer and coach to control his young victims and fulfil his own sexual desires. He was also convicted of making indecent images of a child, including four videos and seven photos of category A.

Convicted by jury of eight charges including three counts of rape, three of sexual activity with a child, and two of causing a child to engage in sexual activity. Pleaded guilty to six counts of making indecent images of a child. Placed on the sex offenders’ register for life. Former Olympic swimmer and trainee police officer with Devon and Cornwall Police.

26 Feb 2025

Leon Adkins

Administering a noxious substance *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment, suspended for 2 years

Leon Adkins kidnapped his victim and drove dangerously in a car with a smashed front windscreen, nearly colliding with another vehicle while driving extremely fast. He forced a vulnerable young man to snort glass fragments, which constituted administering a noxious substance, and also threatened the victim's mother by telling her he would firebomb her home. The offences occurred prior to February 2025 and included false imprisonment, dangerous driving, affray, possession of an offensive weapon, and possession of cannabis.

Pleaded guilty to previous offences. Has 22 convictions for 7 offences. Ordered to complete a Rehabilitation Activity Requirement for up to 35 days and disqualified from driving for 1 year.

19 Feb 2025

Peter Lamble

Sexual activity with a child aged between 13 and 15 *

Sentence

six years imprisonment

Peter Lamble, 47, of Citadel Road in Plymouth, sexually abused a girl at a number of locations, including in Plymouth and in Cornwall. The victim later confronted Lamble, who apologised and said he didn’t know what he was doing. The abuse has had a considerable psychological effect on the victim, who reported what had happened in 2020, leading to a full police investigation.

Convicted at trial of sexual activity with a child aged between 13 and 15, and causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity. Found not guilty of a further four counts and jury failed to reach a verdict on another three; no retrial sought. Must sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for life. Denied wrongdoing in interview.

18 Feb 2025

Andrew Archer

Breach of restraining order *

Sentence

16-week prison sentence suspended for 18 months, 100 hours unpaid work, and £85 costs

Andrew Archer breached a restraining order imposed in December 2023 by being found in the company of a prohibited woman at Treluggan Boatyard, Landrake on 22 December.

Breached a restraining order imposed by Plymouth Crown Court by being found in the company of a woman he was prohibited from seeing

14 Feb 2025

January 2025 2 cases

Frankie Wall

Affray and robbery *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Frankie Wall, 22, of no fixed abode but previously of Totnes, committed two acts of extreme violence four years apart. On 26 April 2025 in Totnes, Wall and two others entered a property, pinned the victim to his bed, assaulted him while demanding money, and left with cash, a phone, and tools. Wall was armed with a screwdriver, leaving the victim with facial injuries. On 4 April 2021 at Dartington Estate in Totnes, Wall and two others arrived in a black BMW and violently attacked another male, kicking him in the face and using keys between the fingers to punch him, resulting in a fractured jaw requiring surgery.

Pleaded guilty to affray and robbery. Concurrent 16 months imprisonment for the 2021 offence.

13 Jan 2025

Ford Dixon

Rape, attempted rape, and sexual assault by penetration *

Sentence

18 years imprisonment

In August and October 2020, Ford Dixon met two women online through social media and dating websites before assaulting them in their homes in Plymouth. The first incident occurred in August 2020 when a woman was attacked, locked out of her address, and later disclosed that Dixon had raped and assaulted her. Dixon was arrested nearby. The second assault happened in October 2020 when a friend reported the rape of another woman at her home. Police removed the woman from the address and she disclosed that Dixon had raped and sexually assaulted her the previous evening. Officers arrested Dixon, who was found in bed. He claimed the sexual encounters were consensual, but was convicted following a seven-day trial at Plymouth Crown Court in October 2024.

Convicted after trial of three counts of rape, one count of attempted rape, and one count of sexual assault by penetration. Deemed a danger to the public and given an extended four-year licence period, indefinite sexual harm prevention order, two indefinite restraining orders, and required to sign the Sex Offenders Register for life.

10 Jan 2025

December 2024 3 cases

Stephen Saint

Causing death by careless driving while over the specified limit *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

On 25 August 2022, at around 5.30am, Stephen Saint, driving a minibus alone after dropping off family members at Bristol Airport, crossed the stop lines on Kings Road at the junction with Rectory Road in Plymouth and collided with a Honda motorcycle ridden by Ross Brown, who was on his way to work. A forensic report showed Saint had cut the corner and advanced three meters into the oncoming carriageway. Brown died from his injuries. Saint tested positive for cocaine with an extremely high level of its breakdown product in his blood and had failed to monitor his blood sugar levels as a diabetic prior to driving.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by careless driving while over the specified limit. Also disqualified from driving for 13 years and must take an extended retest to regain his licence. Prior disqualifications for drug driving since 2019; committed further similar offences after the incident.

20 Dec 2024

Mark Fitzgerald

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum of 22 years

Mark Fitzgerald murdered his 54-year-old partner Lisa Paris in his flat in Stonehouse, Plymouth. She sustained 70 separate bruises to her head, neck, body, arms and legs, including blunt-force injuries and finger-grip-type wounds around her neck. Miss Paris was last seen on CCTV at around 9.05pm on 8 March 2024. Her body was concealed under blankets and bedding, possibly for up to 10 days, and discovered on 18 March 2024 after Fitzgerald faked finding her unconscious and called for help. The couple had been in a relationship for eight years, with Miss Paris acting as his carer due to his health issues and alcohol dependency. Witnesses described previous abuse and violence by Fitzgerald towards her.

Denied murder but was found guilty following a trial. Prior conviction in 2020 for attacking the victim with a knife.

12 Dec 2024

Unnamed Child Rapist

Child Rape *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

A child rapist from Plymouth sexually abused a child victim, leading to his conviction and sentencing. The case highlighted the bravery of the victim and encouraged others to report similar abuses.

Victim praised for courage. Police hope other sexual abuse victims will come forward.

8 Dec 2024

November 2024 2 cases

Tommy Mctighe

Section 18 GBH wounding with intent *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Tommy McTighe, aged 34, of North Down Crescent, Plymouth, and Gemma Vanstone lured the victim out of his home around 10.50pm on 25 March 2024 in the Stoke area of Plymouth under the pretence of a drug deal. They targeted the man in his 50s, known to them, using a premeditated plan. Equipped with a foot-long machete and a long metal bar from their black Mercedes, McTighe hid while Vanstone called the victim. Upon arrival at the rear service lane between Molesworth Road and Hotham Place, the victim was set upon, struck multiple times, and stabbed eight times while lying on the ground screaming. The metal bar was bent from the force. The attackers fled, and the victim staggered to Molesworth Road before collapsing. McTighe was detained two hours later at Keyham Road; the vehicle contained the metal bar, drugs, and the victim's blood was found in his address.

Convicted of Section 18 GBH wounding with intent and possession of an offensive weapon following trial. Admitted possession of a Class A drug (crack cocaine). Denied the offences initially.

21 Nov 2024

Gemma Vanstone

Section 18 GBH wounding with intent *

Sentence

5.5 years imprisonment

Gemma Vanstone, aged 35, of Valletort Road, Plymouth, and Tommy McTighe lured the victim out of his home around 10.50pm on 25 March 2024 in the Stoke area of Plymouth under the pretence of a drug deal. They targeted the man in his 50s, known to them, using a premeditated plan. Vanstone was smuggled in the boot of their black Mercedes and let out by McTighe at Hotham Place. With a third unidentified person, they equipped themselves with a foot-long machete and a long metal bar from the car before entering a rear service lane between Molesworth Road and Hotham Place. McTighe hid while Vanstone called the victim. Upon arrival, the victim was immediately attacked, struck multiple times with the weapons while Vanstone demanded the drugs. The victim was stabbed eight times around his body while lying on the ground screaming. The attackers fled back to the car, and the victim staggered to Molesworth Road before collapsing. Vanstone was arrested on 28 March 2024 hiding under a bed at her home.

Convicted of Section 18 GBH wounding with intent following trial. Denied the offence.

21 Nov 2024

October 2024 2 cases

Rasty Hassan

Conspiring to facilitate breach of UK immigration law *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Rasty Hassan, aged 27, an Iraqi national, conspired with others between August 1, 2024, and September 18, 2024, to organise the illegal entry into the UK of men, women, and children via a 27-foot yacht named Induna that encountered mechanical issues off Berry Head near Torbay on September 17, 2024. The yacht was towed to Brixham harbour where nine Iraqi nationals, including a family with a 10-month-old baby and three siblings, were arrested. Hassan transported Mohamed Bedah from Roscoff, France, to Calais before the crossing.

Pleaded guilty to conspiring to facilitate the commission of a breach of UK immigration law. Previously entered UK unlawfully in 2017; asylum claims rejected.

22 Oct 2024

Ricky Stubberfield

Rape *

Sentence

26 years imprisonment plus 6 years on licence

Ricky Stubberfield, 31, of Walnut Gardens, Plympton, abused eight females aged 16 to 27 between 2013 and 2024. He lured young women via Instagram offers of free teeth-whitening treatments at his Essex Smiles franchise on Mutley Plain, subjecting them to lewd remarks and forceful sexual assaults including rape, sexual assault, digital penetration, and indecent exposure. Additional offences occurred at a concert in Plymouth Pavilions in 2022, in his van on Plymouth Hoe, at a house party, and other locations such as a dating site encounter in 2013 and a 2021 incident. One assault was captured on a FaceTime call reflected in a cooker hood. The investigation, Operation Highrock by Devon and Cornwall Police’s Project Gemstone, began after reports in 2022 and 2024, leading to his arrest and trial.

Convicted of 23 offences including eight counts of rape, nine counts of sexual assault, four counts of digital penetration, indecent exposure and making an indecent image of a child. HHJ Judge Linford described the behaviour as 'utterly remorseless predation' and part of his personality, posing a very high risk of harm to the public. Will sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for life.

21 Oct 2024

September 2024 5 cases

James Williams

Sexual assault by touching *

Sentence

6.5 years imprisonment

James Williams abused two girls on separate occasions. The most recent victim reported the abuse to her mother, leading to his arrest. Electronic devices seized revealed possession of Category A child sexual abuse images and videos, extreme pornography depicting sexual activity with animals and extreme genital mutilation. A further report of abuse against a second girl from the 2010s was received during the investigation.

Plea changed to guilty two days into trial. Indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and indefinite placement on Sex Offenders’ Register.

27 Sep 2024

Lee Blatchford

Controlling and coercive behaviour *

Sentence

35 months in prison

Lee Blatchford engaged in a campaign of violent and controlling behaviour towards his former partner over a one-year relationship that began deteriorating within six months. He became paranoid, prevented her from speaking to her children, locked her in the house, took her bank card and withdrew her money leaving her in debt, required her to keep her phone in his view for message examination, and prevented her from seeing a doctor for medical issues. On one occasion, he took an overdose in front of her after she stood up to him. The relationship ended in March 2024 when the victim went to collect her belongings, leading to an argument where Blatchford was threatening and abusive. Upon her return home, he strangled her until she struggled to breathe; she and her daughter managed to remove him. He was arrested and bailed. On 31 March 2024, in breach of bail, he waited outside her property, invited her over, provided crack cocaine to keep her there, became abusive when she tried to leave, lay on top of her, strangled her once, and strangled her a second time while dragging her back. He allowed her to leave the next morning. From prison, he made calls asking others to contact the victim to make her drop the case.

Entered guilty pleas to controlling and coercive behaviour, perverting the course of justice, assault by beating and two intentional strangulation charges. A restraining order was put in place to protect the victim.

24 Sep 2024

Jay Peck

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

18-month suspended sentence and 150 hours unpaid work

On March 7, 2023, at Kingsbridge bus station, Jay Peck, aged 18, participated in the assault on a vulnerable man with mobility issues who used a walking aid by throwing a can of beer at the victim. This followed initial attacks by Aidan Gustar and Josh Perret, who punched and kicked the victim. Peck was captured on mobile footage remonstrating with the victim as he tried to leave. The group was congregating, drinking beer, and the attack occurred in broad daylight with laughter and encouragement from friends, captured on CCTV and mobile phones near public and children. The victim sustained facial abrasions, possible concussion, and a left rib fracture. Footage circulated on social media led to arrests.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Ordered to pay £330 in compensation to the victim.

12 Sep 2024

Josh Perret

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

18-month suspended sentence and 100 hours unpaid work

On March 7, 2023, at Kingsbridge bus station, Josh Perret, aged 19, joined Aidan Gustar in attacking a vulnerable man with mobility issues who used a walking aid. Perret ran over and punched the victim in the face and head, along with Gustar delivering approximately 15 blows. The assault was part of a group incident captured on CCTV and mobile phone footage, with the group laughing and encouraging violence in broad daylight near members of the public and children. The victim suffered facial abrasions, possible concussion, and a fracture to his left rib. The incident was circulated on social media, leading to identification and arrest.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Ordered to pay £330 in compensation to the victim.

12 Sep 2024

Aidan Gustar

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

18-month suspended sentence and 130 hours unpaid work

On March 7, 2023, at Kingsbridge bus station, Aidan Gustar, then aged 17, initiated a vicious assault on a vulnerable man with mobility issues who used a walking aid. Gustar kicked the victim in the head while he sat at the bus stop, later hit him again as he bent to pick up his phone, and struck him with a glass bottle that smashed. Gustar and Josh Perret continued to punch the victim in the face and head, delivering approximately 15 blows. The attack was captured on CCTV and mobile phone footage, with the group laughing and encouraging violence in broad daylight near members of the public and children. The victim suffered facial abrasions, possible concussion, and a fracture to his left rib.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Ordered to pay £330 in compensation to the victim.

12 Sep 2024

August 2024 11 cases

Aminadab Temesgen

Violent disorder *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

Aminadab Temesgen, aged 19 of Yellowmead Road, Plymouth, participated in the riot on the evening of August 5, 2024, in Plymouth. He was captured on police footage standing at the top of Royal Parade close to St Andrews Church throwing bottles at officers and members of the public.

Captured on police footage throwing bottles at officers and members of the public.

30 Aug 2024

Jamie West

Violent disorder *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment

Jamie West, 34, of Park Avenue, Devonport, was involved in the riot in Plymouth on the evening of August 5, 2024. He was captured on CCTV footage at the top of Royal Parade, after the protest had surged from the central part of the city centre, picking up items and throwing them at officers and members of the public while shouting abuse.

Captured on CCTV footage throwing items at officers and members of the public while shouting abuse.

30 Aug 2024

Justin Crimp

Violent disorder *

Sentence

32 months in prison

Justin Crimp approached TK Maxx shortly after 9.45pm on Monday 5 August 2024 where he threw a brick twice at the glass door, causing significant damage, as part of violent disorder in Plymouth City Centre. He was arrested on 7 August after officers reviewed CCTV footage.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder at a previous Magistrates Court hearing.

9 Aug 2024

Justin James Crimp

Violent disorder and criminal damage *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Justin James Crimp was involved in violent disorder in Plymouth City Centre on Monday, 5 August 2024. Footage showed him at the front of the disorder and throwing rocks to smash the door of the TK Maxx store on Royal Parade, causing damage valued over £5000. He was arrested at his home on Palace Street, Plymouth, on 7 August 2024, and charged on 8 August 2024.

Pleaded guilty to one count of criminal damage and one count of violent disorder.

9 Aug 2024

Guy Sullivan

Burglary *

Sentence

16 months' imprisonment

Guy Sullivan broke into a nearby Tesco whilst the violent disorder was ongoing in Plymouth City Centre on Monday, August 5, 2024.

Pleaded guilty to burglary.

8 Aug 2024

Daniel Mcguire

Violent disorder *

Sentence

26 months' imprisonment

Daniel McGuire was involved in the violent disorder in Plymouth City Centre on Monday, August 5, 2024, where he was seen spitting at police officers.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. He spat at police officers during the unrest.

8 Aug 2024

Lucas Ormond Skeaping

Violent disorder *

Sentence

18 months' imprisonment

Lucas Ormond Skeaping was involved in the violent disorder and looting in Plymouth City Centre on Monday, August 5, 2024. Go-Pro footage clearly showed him throwing objects at those who had gathered and he admitted to pushing a cyclist off their bicycle as part of a so-called counter-protest.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. Police reviewed Go-Pro footage showing him throwing objects at those who had gathered and pushing a cyclist off their bicycle as part of a counter-protest.

8 Aug 2024

Michael Williams

Violent disorder *

Sentence

32 months' imprisonment

Michael Williams was involved in the violent disorder in Plymouth City Centre on Monday, August 5, 2024. He was seen hurling bottles and rocks at police and kicking another man before he was arrested at the scene.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. He was seen hurling bottles and rocks at police and kicking another man before being arrested at the scene.

8 Aug 2024

Saif Kahya

Rape *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Saif Kahya, aged 32 from Liverpool, raped a third teenage girl in December 2017 during house parties in Plymouth. The incident was part of a series of offences involving grooming vulnerable girls with alcohol and drugs, as investigated under Operation Garcia.

Found guilty of one count of rape of a third teenage girl.

1 Aug 2024

Anthony Anantharajah

Rape *

Sentence

13 years imprisonment with 7 years on licence

Anthony Anantharajah, aged 35 from London, was involved in grooming and raping vulnerable girls in Plymouth. The offences took place at house parties in 2017, where girls were given alcohol and money to buy drugs before being sexually assaulted as part of Operation Garcia.

Convicted of one count of rape of a female aged 16 or over.

1 Aug 2024

Abalzaq Salih

Rape *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment

Abalzaq Salih, aged 31 from Plymouth, participated in grooming and raping two underage teenage girls at house parties in Plymouth in May and December 2017. The victims were abused after being given alcohol and money to buy drugs, as uncovered in Operation Garcia.

Convicted of rapes of two underage teenage girls.

1 Aug 2024

June 2024 2 cases

Mohammed Abdullah

Rape *

Sentence

8 years 6 months imprisonment

On 21 October 2022, a woman took a walk alone in Plymouth city centre after midnight. Mohammed Abdullah, 34, of no fixed abode, approached her and propositioned her for sex in exchange for money. She declined and walked away. Abdullah followed her into an alleyway off New George Street and raped her, despite her repeated attempts to stop him and escape. The victim returned to her hotel, where her friend called the police. Devon and Cornwall Police's Project Gemstone team identified and arrested Abdullah within hours. He was charged with rape at Plymouth Magistrates' Court the following day.

Denied allegations but found guilty of two rape charges after a nine-day trial at Plymouth Crown Court. Judge Robert Linford remarked Abdullah had shown no remorse and maintained a 'ludicrous account'. Sentence to be served concurrently with credit for time spent under curfew restrictions.

28 Jun 2024

Conor O’Neill

Importation of Cannabis and Supply of Drugs *

Sentence

4.5 years imprisonment

Conor O’Neill, 26, of Glen Park Avenue in Plymouth, was involved in drug dealing activities. On April 11, 2024, police observed a suspected drug user at his property, leading to the discovery of 2.42g of heroin and 18.6g of cannabis, along with drug paraphernalia and messages on his mobile phone indicating supply. While on bail, he travelled to Thailand and returned to the UK on April 2, where he was caught at Heathrow Airport with 17kg of cannabis in his suitcase, valued at approximately £110,000 on the street. He claimed he was coerced into smuggling the drugs to settle debts and had received an Osman Warning due to threats on his life.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of heroin, cocaine and cannabis, and importation of cannabis. Had prior convictions for supplying drugs and was under a Community Order at the time. Suffered from poor mental health and ADHD, and was attempting to repay a £50,000 debt.

24 Jun 2024

May 2024 1 case

Kelvin Rusi

Possession with intent to supply *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Kelvin Rusi was sentenced for possession with intent to supply and false ID documents.

Aged 25, of no fixed abode Plymouth.

17 May 2024

April 2024 1 case

Adam O’Dee

Rape and sexual abuse *

Sentence

25 years imprisonment with 5 years extended licence

Adam O’Dee committed 17 sexual offences in Plymouth against two adults and three children. The first reports were received in 2022 when a young girl disclosed sexual touching by O’Dee. A second child victim reported being raped by him a few months later. He raped and abused the third child on numerous occasions. The offences against the first adult victim were reported in early 2025, where she awoke to find O’Dee raping her. The offences against the second adult victim occurred while O’Dee was on court bail for the child offences; he forced himself upon her and committed assaults. She reported to police the next day and underwent a forensic examination.

Convicted at trial of 17 offences. Denied all offences during interview. No remorse shown.

20 Apr 2024

March 2024 1 case

Mohamed Bedah

Attempting to enter the UK without valid entry clearance *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment

Mohamed Bedah, a 39-year-old Palestinian national, attempted to enter the UK without a valid entry clearance via a 27-foot yacht named Induna that got into difficulties off Berry Head near Torbay on September 17, 2024. The yacht was brought into Brixham harbour by the RNLI. Bedah had made six unsuccessful visa applications between January and August 2023. He was among nine Iraqi nationals on board, including a family with a 10-month-old baby.

Found guilty following trial. Ordered to pay £187 victim surcharge.

21 Mar 2024

February 2024 2 cases

Steven Stanley Dunn

Rape and sexual abuse of children *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Steven Stanley Dunn committed sexual offences against two young children in the 1990s and early 2000s. While serving a 16-year sentence in prison for 2010s offences, further reports led to charges. Convicted of two counts of sexual assault, two counts of penetration, one count of indecent assault, and one count of rape.

Previously pleaded guilty to six non-recent child sex offences. Previously sentenced to 16 years in 2016 for rape and sexual assault against three children. Victims read impact statements in court describing ongoing trauma, anxiety, and depression.

25 Feb 2024

Luke Lauri

Affray *

Sentence

12 month community order with 80 hours unpaid work

On the evening of October 31, 2020, Luke Lauri punched an 18-year-old male in the face at the rear of the Ships Tavern public house in Arcadia Road, Elburton. The unprovoked attack resulted in serious facial injuries, including the victim's jaw broken in two places.

Pleaded guilty to affray. No evidence offered on charge of causing grievous bodily harm. Ordered to pay £95 victim surcharge.

2 Feb 2024

December 2023 1 case

Luke Dann

Manslaughter *

Sentence

15 years imprisonment

Luke Dann killed pedestrian David Kelly in a fatal hit-and-run incident in Beechwood Rise, Plymouth, on September 2023. Dann drove his car deliberately towards Kelly, using it as a weapon, causing significant injuries including massive brain injury, multiple skull fractures, chest injuries, and a severed aorta. Dann later staggered into a nearby coffee shop claiming he had been attacked. He was arrested shortly after and the body-worn camera footage captured the arrest. The incident occurred in the Leigham area of Plymouth.

Found guilty of manslaughter. Judge rejected self-defence claim and stated defendant deliberately drove towards victim using car as a weapon. Prior police investigation in 2009 for potential drug dealing and firearms offences.

16 Dec 2023

September 2023 1 case

Alexzander Pearce

Sexual Assault *

Sentence

1 year imprisonment, suspended for 2 years, plus 30 days of rehabilitation work

Alexzander Pearce, a 30-year-old dad of two and stepdad of one, sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl on a train near Truro train station on March 11, 2021. He approached the only other passenger in the carriage, sat in front of her, and touched her thighs without consent while rubbing his crotch. He asked if she wanted to see his penis and, when asked to stop, caressed her naked breasts inside her bra, leaving her frozen, shocked, and scared. The incident occurred during Covid restrictions when fewer people were travelling on public transport. He was caught and the assault was reported.

Pleaded not guilty but found guilty at trial. Described as an isolated incident; lost job as a carer and hopes to reconnect with his two children and one stepchild. Judge commented it was a frightening and humiliating experience for the victim.

11 Sep 2023

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