Preston Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 649 verdicts at Preston Crown Court (Preston, Preston). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

January 2024 1 case

Rizwan Mehdi

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

On the evening of 31st March 2024, Rizwan Mehdi, 36, of Brierfield, lost control of his brother Kashif Mehdi's black BMW 5 Series while weaving between two cars attempting to overtake on Colne Road in Brierfield, Lancashire. He ploughed into a bus stop and a stone wall, fatally injuring pedestrian Alan Lee, 57, who was sitting at the bus stop. Mehdi was treated by paramedics at the scene but fled without providing his name. He was arrested the following day after admitting he was the driver.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Disqualified from driving for 10 years.

1 Jan 2024

December 2023 11 cases

Roy Ferguson

Fraud and Money Laundering *

Sentence

Two years and five months imprisonment

Roy Ferguson participated in a gang that collected at least £500,000 fraudulently in supermarket bucket collections for charities including Children In Need and Mind. The fraudsters used fake identification, banners, and a Pudsey Bear outfit to solicit donations, with the majority of funds pocketed instead of being passed to the charities. The operation involved deceiving the public and shop owners through false claims of authorisation.

Convicted of fraud and money laundering. Primarily acted as a collector in the gang.

21 Dec 2023

Kaysha Beck

Fraud and Money Laundering *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Kaysha Beck supported a gang that fraudulently collected at least £500,000 through supermarket bucket collections for charities such as Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity. The fraud involved using fake IDs, banners, and a Pudsey Bear costume to deceive donors, with most funds diverted away from the charities. Her role included logistical assistance in the scheme that exploited public goodwill and involved threats to secure permissions.

Admitted fraud and money laundering. Provided office support for the gang's operations.

21 Dec 2023

Martin Ebanks

Fraud *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Martin Ebanks was a bogus collector in a gang that defrauded the public of at least £500,000 through supermarket bucket collections for charities like Children In Need. The fraud involved using fake IDs and a Pudsey Bear costume to collect donations, with most funds pocketed by the group instead of being given to the charities. The operation exploited public generosity and involved misleading shop owners.

Admitted fraud. Acted as a bogus collector in the gang.

21 Dec 2023

Howard Collins

Fraud and Money Laundering *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Howard Collins was involved in a gang that fraudulently gathered at least £500,000 through supermarket bucket collections for charities such as The Children’s Society and Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity. The group employed deceptive tactics, including fake IDs, banners, and a Pudsey Bear costume, to collect donations that were largely kept by the fraudsters rather than donated to the intended causes. The scheme undermined public trust and involved threats to secure collection permissions.

Convicted of fraud and money laundering. Involved in collecting and organising other collectors in the gang.

21 Dec 2023

David Levi

Fraud and Money Laundering *

Sentence

Five years imprisonment

David Levi led a gang that fraudulently collected at least £500,000 in supermarket bucket collections across the UK by posing as representatives for charities such as Children In Need, Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity, The Children’s Society, The Christie Charitable Fund, and Mind. They used fake ID badges, banners, and a Pudsey Bear costume to deceive donors. Less than 10% of the funds were passed to the charities, with the rest pocketed by the gang. The fraud involved setting up stalls in supermarkets under false pretences, including threats to employees if access was denied. Police raided his premises in 2017, leading to his conviction.

Admitted fraud and money laundering. Will be subject to a five-year serious crime prevention order following release on licence. Judge Andrew Jefferies KC highlighted the breach of public trust and exploitation of goodwill.

21 Dec 2023

William Ormand

Fraud and Money Laundering *

Sentence

Three years and four months imprisonment

William Ormand was part of a gang that fraudulently collected at least £500,000 in supermarket bucket collections by misrepresenting themselves as representatives for charities like Children In Need and Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity. The group used fake IDs, banners, and a Pudsey Bear costume, keeping most donations for themselves. Less than 10% of traced funds went to the charities, exploiting public goodwill through deceitful practices such as threatening shop employees.

Convicted of fraud and money laundering. Played a leading role as a collector in the gang.

21 Dec 2023

Stephen Chesterman

Fraud *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment

Stephen Chesterman acted as a bogus collector in a gang that fraudulently collected at least £500,000 in supermarket bucket collections for charities including Mind and The Christie Charitable Fund. The group used deceptive methods such as fake banners and a Pudsey Bear outfit to solicit donations, keeping the majority for themselves and betraying public trust through false representations.

Admitted fraud. Served as a bogus collector in the gang.

21 Dec 2023

Charlotte Wilmot

Conspiracy to sedate patients and encouraging ill-treatment *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Charlotte Wilmot, a junior colleague of Catherine Hudson at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, conspired with Hudson to sedate patient Janet Westhead and encouraged ill-treatment of another patient; she exchanged WhatsApp messages joking about sedating patients, including responses to Hudson's plans to sedate an elderly male patient and mocking vulnerable individuals.

Found guilty of encouraging Catherine Hudson to ill-treat a patient; judge noted the exploitation of vulnerable patients for an easy shift and amusement; she admitted offences of conspiracy to steal medication.

14 Dec 2023

Catherine Hudson

Ill-treatment by sedation and conspiracy to sedate patients *

Sentence

7 years and 2 months imprisonment

Catherine Hudson, a nurse at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, illegally sedated two patients and conspired with Charlotte Wilmot to sedate a third, including administering unprescribed zopiclone to elderly patient Aileen Scott in October 2018; she exchanged messages showing intent to sedate patients for amusement, such as sedating Sheila Clarke 'to within an inch of her life' and targeting other patients like Janet Westhead; this occurred on the stroke unit amid a culture of abuse and theft of controlled drugs.

Found guilty of ill-treating patients by sedation and conspiring to sedate another; judge highlighted exploitation of vulnerable patients for an easy shift and contemptuous power; she admitted theft of drugs and medication.

14 Dec 2023

Marek Grabianowski

Conspiracy to steal medication and perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

Marek Grabianowski conspired with Catherine Hudson to steal zopiclone and other medication from Blackpool Victoria Hospital and assisted in disposing of evidence to pervert the course of justice; this was part of a broader dysfunctional drugs regime on the stroke unit involving wholesale theft by staff.

Pleaded guilty to conspiring with Catherine Hudson to steal zopiclone and medication, and to perverting the course of justice by disposing of evidence; he was a nurse at Blackpool Victoria Hospital's accident and emergency department at the time.

14 Dec 2023

Neil Pemberton

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Neil Pemberton, 81, ignored medical advice from nine years prior regarding his poor eyesight, which limited him to reading a car number plate at only 2.5 metres instead of the required 20 metres. On March 17, 2023, he was driving his Honda Jazz at 48mph in a 30mph zone in the village of Langho near Blackburn, Lancashire, when he struck pedestrian Peter Westwell, 80, who was crossing the A666. Mr Westwell suffered catastrophic injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Judge Simon Medland KC noted that Pemberton selfishly prioritised his own convenience by continuing to drive despite poor eyesight and was dishonest when re-applying for his licence with the DVLA.

6 Dec 2023

November 2023 1 case

Oliver Mailey

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 16 years

Oliver Mailey shook his seven-week-old son Abel-Jax Mailey with violent force on November 28, 2021, in their home in Burnley, Lancashire, causing a fatal head injury equivalent to the force of a car crash. This followed a similar attack ten days earlier that broke the baby's ribs and caused brain bleeding. Mailey called the baby's mother, Mollie Gorton, via video to report the child limp and lifeless shortly after she left for work. The baby was rushed to hospital but died two days later after life support was withdrawn. Mailey initially accused Gorton but later admitted the act.

Pleaded guilty to shaking his son in a 'moment of madness' after initially denying involvement and blaming the mother. Judge noted the violent shaking ignored prior warnings and caused non-accidental head injury.

29 Nov 2023

October 2023 1 case

Brandon Woolveridge

Blackmail *

Sentence

44 months imprisonment

Brandon Woolveridge blackmailed distressed pet owners by claiming to have their missing dogs or cats and demanding money for their return. He threatened to kill the pets if demands were not met, preying on people who had posted social media appeals. The offences occurred around October 2021, and he was involved in demanding cash into various bank accounts.

Pled guilty to nine counts of blackmail. Received a further 27-month sentence for similar offending.

26 Oct 2023

September 2023 1 case

Bradley Hawkins

Rape of a girl under 13 *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment and ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register for life

Bradley Hawkins raped an eight-year-old girl in Cheltenham between 2013 and 2014 when he was aged 13 to 14. He assaulted the same victim, raped her again, and caused or incited her to engage in sexual activity. The victim, now an adult living in Lancashire, reported the offences in 2023 after years of silence due to fear. Hawkins was interviewed in prison and denied the offences initially but later pled guilty.

Pled guilty to the offences. Sentenced based on his age at the time of the crimes (13 to 14 years old) and applicable guidelines. The victim provided an impact statement detailing long-term effects on her life.

1 Sep 2023

August 2023 9 cases

Paris Brown

GBH *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months and 20 RAR days

On June 30, 2023, Paris Brown, while intoxicated during an alcohol-related argument in the back garden of her friend's property with children present, lunged at the victim, pulled her hair, and bit her on the lip, causing a laceration that bled profusely. The victim required hospital treatment, suffered a permanent scar, and experienced ongoing physical and mental health issues, including PTSD, pain, numbness, and fear of going out.

Pleaded guilty to Section 20 GBH. The judge noted the potential impact on her two young children and decided to suspend the sentence, emphasising that the behaviour was unacceptable but that imprisonment would harm innocent parties.

29 Aug 2023

Michaela Sandifer

Converting criminal property *

Sentence

Nine-month suspended sentence for 12 months with 25 rehabilitation activity requirement days

Michaela Sandifer, aged 19 at the time, transferred nearly £13,000 of illegally obtained money into various bank accounts as part of a blackmail scam orchestrated by her cousin. She continued offending until June 28, 2023, converting a total of £12,800 in criminal property, despite initially being spoken to by police in October 2021.

Pled guilty to converting criminal property. Influenced by her cousin's pressure, she had a turbulent upbringing, suffered abuse, and was diagnosed with PTSD and depression. The judge considered her immaturity and the impact on her children.

29 Aug 2023

Jordan Trengove

Intentional Strangulation *

Sentence

14-month sentence suspended for 18 months with 200 hours of unpaid work and five RAR days, and a six-year restraining order

Jordan Trengove, during an argument with his ex-girlfriend at her address in Ulverston in September 2022, punched holes in the bathroom door, grabbed her by the throat, and pinned her against a cupboard, causing bruises to her neck, soreness, and a lump to her head. Their one-year-old child was present in the room. He later sent confrontational and apologetic messages via his Xbox account.

Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation. Mitigation included diagnoses of autism, ADHD, and PTSD, as well as being falsely accused of rape. Judge commented that domestic abuse can inflict lasting trauma and is treated as a serious offence.

28 Aug 2023

David Greaves

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment

On July 13, David Greaves was drinking at a pub and accused the victim of taking his car keys. A fight broke out, during which he smashed the window of his own car, grabbed a metal bar, and hit the victim over the head, causing her to feel dizzy and require medical attention at A&E. He then caused extensive criminal damage, including smashing windows and doors at the victim's property, damaging items in the kitchen and living room, and vandalising vehicles and other properties on the street. He was arrested after continuing to vandalise another property and threatening to kill the homeowner and his family.

Sentence aggravated by a previous conviction in 2023 for violent disorder and by the influence of alcohol. The defendant was remorseful, had attended a funeral that morning, and suffered from mental health difficulties including depression and anxiety. Mitigating counsel conceded that prison was inevitable, and the judge stated that immediate custody was appropriate due to the nature of the offending.

25 Aug 2023

Danny Dunne

Rape *

Sentence

17 years and 8 months imprisonment, comprising 10 years and 8 months custodial with 7 years extended licence

Danny Dunne, 28, from Glen Street, Colne, carried out a catalogue of sexual abuse against a boy over nearly a decade at addresses in Colne, East Lancashire, and North Yorkshire. The offences included four rapes, two attempted rapes, five counts of assaulting a boy under 13 by touching, five counts of causing or inciting a boy to engage in sexual activity without penetration, four counts of penetrative sexual activity with a boy, and three counts of non-penetrative sexual activity with a boy. He also failed to comply with sex offender notification requirements by absconding to an address in Glastonbury, Somerset. The victim, who cannot be named, reported the abuse later, and Dunne was arrested and sentenced after a hearing.

Pleaded guilty to the offences; judge noted the abuse was regular and relentless over nine years, showed some remorse but not particularly remorseful; also sentenced for failing to comply with sex offender notification requirements; restraining order and sexual harm prevention order imposed indefinitely; ordered to sign the sex offenders' register for life.

22 Aug 2023

Connor Lynch

Burglary and Possession of Firearm *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Connor Lynch was involved in a criminal incident on January 25, 2023, in Lancaster, where he communicated with accomplices during a burglary and the firing of a shotgun at a car from a stolen BMW. The group fled the scene, set the vehicle on fire to destroy evidence, and Lynch was linked through forensic evidence including DNA on discarded items.

Pleaded guilty to the charges. DNA evidence from a glove with gunshot residues linked him to the crime. A spent shotgun cartridge and a machete were found during his arrest.

8 Aug 2023

Niall Thompson

Burglary and Firearms Offence *

Sentence

4 years and 3 months imprisonment

Niall Thompson carried out a burglary on January 25, 2023, at a house on Whams Lane in Lancaster, stealing a blue BMW. He drove the vehicle, leading to a shotgun being fired at another car on Ennerdale Close, after which the group fled, set the BMW on fire, and attempted to cover their tracks.

Pleaded guilty to the charges. He was the one who committed the initial burglary and stole the vehicle used in the incident.

8 Aug 2023

Sean Corless

Burglary and Possession of Firearm *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Sean Corless participated in an incident on January 25, 2023, in Lancaster, involving the use of a stolen BMW to fire a shotgun at another vehicle, causing damage. The group abandoned the car, set it on fire, and attempted to evade detection, with Corless linked via forensic evidence.

Pleaded guilty to the charges. DNA evidence from a can of Jack Daniels and Coke, as well as a glove with gunshot residues, matched him to the crime scene.

8 Aug 2023

Chad James

Conspiracy to supply class A and B drugs *

Sentence

16 years imprisonment

Chad James from Blackpool was arrested at Manchester Airport in February 2023 while attempting to flee the country. He was part of an organised gang selling drugs on Blackpool streets via prison, uncovered through Operation Venetic and the Encrochat network by the National Crime Agency.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply class A and B drugs, money laundering, and conspiracy to supply a firearm. Continued running drug empire from prison.

1 Aug 2023

May 2023 3 cases

Callum Thompson

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm *

Sentence

10 rehabilitation days and a 90-day alcohol abstinence monitoring requirement and £820 compensation

Callum Thompson punched the victim in the face outside The Knights Sports Bar around 10pm on January 14, 2023, during an impulsive incident triggered by an altercation involving the victim and the defendant's relative, who was working as door staff. This caused the victim to lose a front tooth, leading to pain, embarrassment, and £820 in dentistry fees.

Pleaded guilty to assault. Has PTSD from military service and a history of adverse childhood experiences. Judge considered his background and took an unusual chance due to delays in the case.

21 May 2023

David Henderson

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

88 months imprisonment and driving ban for 16 years

On February 13, 2023, David Henderson, 45, of Arnison Close, Carlisle, fainted at the wheel due to a medical episode while driving a VW Golf on the Stainburn Bypass, Great Clifton, Cumbria. He crashed head-on into a Renault Clio carrying retired couple Gareth Evans, 70, and Patricia Evans, 68, from Cockermouth, who were en route to lead a bell-ringing session at St Michael’s Church, Workington. The Evans died from multiple injuries. Henderson had a history of syncope since 2011, including blackouts while driving, a revoked licence reinstated before the required 12-month period, a prior crash in January 2022, and a pacemaker fitted in August 2022, none of which he reported to the DVLA. He conducted internet searches on driving with medical conditions days before the collision and lied about his licence status.

Admitted two charges of causing death by dangerous driving. Prior medical history of blackouts not disclosed to DVLA. Prior licence revocation in 2018, reinstated prematurely. Cardiologist advised not to drive after 2022 crash. Pacemaker fitted in August 2022 without notification.

15 May 2023

Hernando Puno

Sexual assault *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment

Hernando Puno, a healthcare worker on the stroke unit at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, committed five counts of sexual assault against female colleagues between 2014 and later years, involving unwanted touching and kissing at work.

Jailed for multiple sexual assaults on colleagues, despite prior warnings about his behaviour in 2014.

1 May 2023

February 2023 2 cases

Darren Parker

Fraud *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Darren Parker, a 43-year-old finance director at Storetech Engineering Ltd in Clitheroe, embezzled £255,304.84 from the company between 2014 and 2020 by setting himself up as a 'superuser' on the online banking system. He used the funds for prostitutes, hotel rooms, foreign holidays, home improvements, and online shopping at retailers like Argos, Amazon, and River Island. The fraud was discovered in August 2020 by colleague Sophie Thompson after unpaid invoices and suspicious early-morning payments were noticed during lockdown when Parker worked from home.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of fraud. Judge accepted mental health and marital issues but noted he was not coerced and chose to fund a lifestyle involving prostitutes. Has reconciled with wife and no longer works in finance.

26 Feb 2023

Neil Arkwright

Drugs supply and money laundering *

Sentence

10 years and eight months imprisonment

Neil Arkwright was responsible for the supply and distribution of huge quantities of drugs, with at least 10kg of cocaine and 18kg of cannabis passing through his hands, as evidenced by Encrochat. The police investigation and prosecution established his involvement in organised crime activities.

Convicted on three counts including drugs supply and money laundering. Confiscation Order of £787,843.41 made on 20 May 2025, payable within three months, with default period of six years imprisonment.

13 Feb 2023

November 2022 1 case

Andrew Burfield

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 32 years

Andrew Burfield murdered his on-off girlfriend Katie Kenyon on April 22, 2022, during a picnic in Gisburn Forest. He struck her with an axe, killing her, and buried her body in a shallow grave hidden in the dense woodland. He initially lied to police, claiming she had gone to a rehab centre, and only confessed after evidence including blood-stained items was found. Her body was located on April 30, 2022, after he led police to the site. The murder caused immense suffering to Katie's family, particularly her two children, and Burfield's actions prolonged their anguish.

Admitted to the murder after initially denying it for months; told he could die in prison due to the danger he poses to the public.

17 Nov 2022

September 2022 1 case

Philip Jenkinson

Drugs supply and money laundering *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Philip Jenkinson was responsible for the supply and distribution of huge quantities of drugs, with at least 10kg of cocaine and 18kg of cannabis passing through his hands, as evidenced by Encrochat. The police investigation and prosecution established his involvement in organised crime activities.

Pleaded guilty to four counts including drugs supply and money laundering. Confiscation Order of £758,090.80 made on 20 May 2025, payable within three months, with default period of six years imprisonment.

12 Sep 2022

July 2022 1 case

Jordan Monaghan

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 48 years

Jordan Monaghan murdered his 24-day-old daughter Ruby in January 2013 and his 21-month-old son Logan in August 2013 by restricting their airways. He also murdered his partner Evie Adams in 2019 using illegally obtained prescription drugs and attempted to murder a third child twice in 2016 by the same method.

Convicted of multiple murders and attempted murders; sentence was increased from an initial 40 years.

1 Jul 2022

May 2022 2 cases

Laura Castle

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 18 years

Laura Castle, who wanted to adopt 13-month-old Leiland-James Corkill, violently shook him on January 6, 2021, at the family home in Barrow-in-Furness, causing catastrophic injuries to his brain, spine, and eyes. The baby was taken to Alder Hey Children's Hospital but never regained consciousness and was kept on life support for his birth mother to say goodbye. Castle had lied to social workers about not using physical chastisement and sent cruel text messages to her husband referring to the baby derogatorily.

Admitted shaking the baby on the first day of the trial. Sobbed in the dock during victim impact statements.

25 May 2022

Eleanor Williams

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

8.5 years imprisonment

Eleanor Williams made a series of false rape allegations, including a Facebook post in May 2020 shared over 100,000 times claiming she was beaten, abused, and trafficked by an Asian grooming gang. She posted pictures of self-inflicted injuries caused by a hammer. She falsely accused Mohammed Ramzan of grooming her from age 12, trafficking her to brothels in Amsterdam, and selling her at auction, but evidence showed his bank card was used at a B&Q in Barrow at the time. She also claimed being taken to Blackpool and forced to have sex, but police found she traveled alone, stayed in a hotel, bought a Pot Noodle, and watched YouTube. Her allegations led to arrests of the accused, public protests in Barrow, death threats, and suicide attempts by victims.

Pleaded guilty to one count of perverting the course of justice; found guilty by jury on eight counts. Judge noted no significant signs of remorse and described allegations as complete fiction.

17 May 2022

August 2021 16 cases

Ella Smith

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Ella Smith, 21, of Dickens Road, Chorley, partner of Thomas Edwards, helped the conspiracy by taking phone calls to the dealer line, packaging drugs, and allowing her home to be used as a base for The General Line OCG.

Pleaded guilty. Assisted by taking calls, packaging drugs, and providing home as base.

18 Aug 2021

David Pye

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

David Pye, 43, of Leger Court, Accrington, ran his own dealer line for personal gain, contributing to the influx of crack cocaine and heroin in Accrington.

Pleaded guilty. Ran his own individual dealer line.

18 Aug 2021

Hmaad Bashir

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Hmaad Bashir, 25, of Higher Antley Street, Accrington, acted as the trusted right-hand man to Amar Hussain in The General Line OCG, answering phones, directing street dealers, and supporting the 24/7 drug supply operation.

Pleaded guilty. Right-hand man to Amar Hussain, answered phones and directed dealers.

18 Aug 2021

Jake Chambers

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Jake Chambers, 22, of Poplar Avenue, Todmorden, operated as a street dealer for The Flash Line OCG, selling crack cocaine and heroin.

Pleaded guilty. Street dealer for The Flash Line.

18 Aug 2021

Jacob Fisher

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

3 years and 6 months imprisonment

Jacob Fisher, 22, of James Avenue, Great Harwood, acted as a street dealer for The General Line OCG, selling drugs to customers in Accrington.

Pleaded guilty. Street dealer.

18 Aug 2021

Iftikar Asghar

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Iftikar Asghar, 49, of Lincoln Street, Wakefield, provided his home in Water Street, Accrington, as an operating base where large quantities of Class A drugs were stored, packaged, and sold for The Flash Line OCG.

Pleaded guilty. Home used as operating base for The Flash Line.

18 Aug 2021

Bilal Yousaf

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Bilal Yousaf, 27, of Richmond Road, Accrington, taxi driver who provided transport for Amar Hussain and Hmaad Bashir while they engaged in drug-dealing activities for The General Line OCG.

Found guilty after trial. Acted as chauffeur for Hussain and Bashir.

18 Aug 2021

Amar Hussain

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

Amar Hussain, 30, of Higher Antley Street, Accrington, headed up The General Line OCG, running a lucrative drug supply network involving heroin and crack cocaine. The line operated 24/7, receiving around 100 calls or texts per day over 170 days, generating £340,000. He bought drugs in bulk, managed phones, groomed dealers, and continued operations while on trial for an unrelated matter.

Pleaded guilty. Leader of The General Line OCG.

18 Aug 2021

Aleem Mahmood

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Aleem Mahmood, 19, of Garbett Street, Accrington, acted as a street dealer for The General Line OCG, selling drugs on the streets.

Found guilty after trial. Street dealer.

18 Aug 2021

Bradley Ridsdale

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Bradley Ridsdale, 22, of Weardale Avenue, Northumberland, was trusted to handle and retain large quantities of Class A drugs, cash, and dealer phones for The Flash Line OCG.

Pleaded guilty. Handled large quantities of drugs and cash for The Flash Line.

18 Aug 2021

Brandon Wilson

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Brandon Wilson, 18, of Higher Antley Street, Accrington, acted as a street dealer for The General Line OCG, selling drugs in Accrington.

Pleaded guilty. Street dealer.

18 Aug 2021

Colin Cardwell

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Colin Cardwell, 24, of St Paul’s Court, Accrington, was trusted to handle large quantities of Class A drugs and cash for The Flash Line OCG.

Pleaded guilty. Handled large quantities of drugs for The Flash Line.

18 Aug 2021

Connor Coulburn

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Connor Coulburn, 26, of Dale Street, Bacup, was involved in various roles within The General Line OCG, including organising and dealing Class A drugs on the streets of Accrington.

Pleaded guilty. Occupied various roles from organiser to street dealer.

18 Aug 2021

Marban Hussain

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Marban Hussain, 53, of Jannat Close, Accrington, acted as a driver and handled large quantities of drugs and cash for The Flash Line OCG.

Found guilty after trial. Driver and handler of drugs for The Flash Line.

18 Aug 2021

Martin Jackson

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

3 years and 3 months imprisonment

Martin Jackson, 44, of no fixed address, operated his own dealer line, supplying Class A drugs as part of the criminal activities uncovered in Operation Sark.

Pleaded guilty. Ran his own individual dealer line.

18 Aug 2021

Nathan Walker

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Nathan Walker, 30, of Milnshaw Lane, Accrington, served in roles as an organiser and street dealer for The General Line OCG, facilitating the supply of heroin and crack cocaine.

Pleaded guilty. Street dealer and organiser.

18 Aug 2021

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Preston Crown Court Sentencing Results

Rizwan Mehdi

Roy Ferguson

Kaysha Beck

Martin Ebanks

Howard Collins

David Levi

William Ormand

Stephen Chesterman

Charlotte Wilmot

Catherine Hudson

Marek Grabianowski

Neil Pemberton

Oliver Mailey

Brandon Woolveridge

Bradley Hawkins

Paris Brown

Michaela Sandifer

Jordan Trengove

David Greaves

Danny Dunne

Connor Lynch

Niall Thompson

Sean Corless

Chad James

Callum Thompson

David Henderson

Hernando Puno

Darren Parker

Neil Arkwright

Andrew Burfield

Philip Jenkinson

Jordan Monaghan

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