Redditch Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Explore 12 verdicts at Redditch Magistrates' Court (Redditch). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

October 2024 1 case

David Wilkinson

Indecent assault of a child under the age of 16 *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment for each of two counts of indecent assault to run consecutively, and 18 months for a third count to run concurrently

David Wilkinson, a former Kidderminster teacher, engaged in a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old pupil between March and October 1983, when he was 35 years old. The victim described being exploited, groomed, and abused in a calculated abuse of power. The relationship continued after her 16th birthday but ended, leaving her devastated. She reflected on the abuse years later after having children. The victim's mother and brother condoned the relationship, even allowing Wilkinson to stay in her bed.

Found guilty. Judge Seanin Gilmore noted a lack of victim sympathy, described the defendant as manipulative and abusive, and stated the sentence was limited by 1983 guidelines (maximum 2 years then, versus 14 years in 2025). Defence argued no clandestine actions and that the victim wanted the relationship, but the judge ruled the victim was not of consenting age.

2 Oct 2024

May 2024 1 case

Khizer Ali

Causing Death by Dangerous Driving *

Sentence

11 years and 3 months imprisonment

Khizer Ali, a 24-year-old from Farndon Close, Redditch, drove a VW Golf recklessly, reaching speeds of 62mph in a 30mph zone and having near misses. On April 23, 2024, he lost control on the A441 Alvechurch Highway, crashing head-on into a Vauxhall Meriva driven by Valerie Ayres, 65, and her husband David, 70, who were en route to shop in Redditch. The impact killed Valerie instantly and caused life-changing injuries to David; Ali had swapped vehicles with his sister and was not insured to drive the car.

Faced charges for reckless driving; was a learner driver without a full licence and driving without consent; involved in high-speed incidents leading to a fatal crash.

16 May 2024

June 2023 1 case

Adrian Pitt

Speeding *

Sentence

£220 fine and three penalty points on licence, plus £650 costs and £88 surcharge

Adrian Pitt was driving a BMW and broke the temporary 50mph speed limit on the M5 southbound near junction 8 on April 12, 2023.

Did not enter a plea; case proved in absence.

16 Jun 2023

November 2015 1 case

Johanne Thomas

Benefit fraud *

Sentence

120 hours unpaid work

Johanne Thomas dishonestly claimed £6,548.50 in Housing Benefit between June 2013 and January 2015 by failing to declare that she was working and that her husband’s earnings had increased. The investigation began as a result of a data match between local authorities and HMRC to prevent and detect fraud.

Pleaded guilty. Also handed a 12 month community order. Would have been subject to a harsher sentence had she not pleaded guilty.

10 Nov 2015

October 2015 2 cases

Dawn Wild

Owning a dog which was out of control and caused injury *

Sentence

12 month community order with 15 days of rehabilitation and 80 hours of unpaid work, £100 compensation, £185 prosecution costs, £60 victim surcharge and £180 court charge

On June 5, 2015, Dawn Wild, aged 41, entered the Abbey pub in Redditch with her three-year-old Pomeranian dog Molly to use the toilet. The dog ran loose, escaped attempts to contain it, and bit a two-year-old girl, causing a bruise. Wild attempted to apologise but shouted and swore at the family before leaving. She then collapsed in the road, causing drivers to swerve, and the dog bit a man who tried to help but caused no injury.

Pleaded guilty. District Judge Nigel Cadbury noted the seriousness, mentioning she was so drunk she collapsed in the street and fell asleep in the middle of the carriageway. Defence stated she had stopped taking anti-depressant tablets, felt fragile, may have drank alcohol, and is usually a responsible dog owner.

27 Oct 2015

Rosie Hannah Webb

Driving while over the legal alcohol limit *

Sentence

Fined £300 and disqualified from driving for 18 months

On October 6, 2015, Rosie Hannah Webb, aged 20, from Gorse Road, Wolverhampton, drove after consuming three glasses of wine during a meal out with her boyfriend. Following an argument at his home, she was asked to leave despite having been drinking. She drove towards Norton Road, lost control on a wet road with a sweeping bend, and her car left the road, going down an embankment onto the railway line in Wythall, ending up about a foot from the train tracks. A local resident assisted her, and police were called. An approaching train stopped just 30 metres away. She recorded 87 microgrammes of alcohol in her breath, twice the legal limit.

Pleaded guilty. Ordered to pay £135 in prosecution costs, £30 victim surcharge and £150 court charge.

21 Oct 2015

August 2015 1 case

Che Smith

Dishonestly claiming Housing Benefit *

Sentence

12 month community order with 133 hours unpaid work

Che Smith dishonestly claimed Housing Benefit amounting to £4,353.81 between June 2013 and November 2014 by failing to declare that he was working as a roofer. He also attempted to deceive the council by not declaring the work when his claim was reviewed. The investigation began as a result of a data match that matches electronic data within local authorities and HMRC to prevent and detect fraud.

Pleaded guilty. Ordered to pay prosecution costs of £85. District Judge Cadbury said that his sentence would have been greater had he not entered an early guilty plea.

11 Aug 2015

May 2015 2 cases

Jade Samantha Campion

Drunk and disorderly and possession of a Class B drug *

Sentence

Fined £220

On April 28, 2015, at around 10.30pm, police were called to a disturbance at a party in High Trees Close where Jade Samantha Campion, 26, of Valley Close, Callow Hill, was found shouting and swigging from a bottle of sambuca after drinking gin, vodka, and sambuca. She was arrested and taken to Kidderminster police station, where amphetamines were discovered in her handbag. Campion claimed she did not remember being aggressive, had changed her handbag before the party, and believed the blue capsules were diet pills purchased online.

Pleaded guilty to being drunk and disorderly and possession of a Class B drug at the earliest opportunity. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £150 in court charges.

19 May 2015

Sarah Lucas

Benefit fraud *

Sentence

17-week suspended prison sentence for 12 months with 100 hours unpaid work

Sarah Lucas, aged 41, of Mickleton Close, Oakenshaw, falsely claimed more than £20,000 in benefits by failing to declare the true extent of her savings. She fraudulently received Income Support, Jobseekers Allowance, Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit. Her lies were uncovered following an investigation by Redditch borough council triggered by a data match, with the Department for Work and Pensions assisting to determine the full extent of the offending.

Pleaded guilty to dishonestly claiming £21,851.79. Ordered to pay prosecution costs of £85. Magistrates described it as a very serious offence involving a considerable amount of money over a long time.

13 May 2015

December 2014 1 case

John Bailey

Benefit fraud *

Sentence

eight weeks in prison, suspended for two years

John Bailey fraudulently claimed Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit totalling £16,786.31 between January 2005 and November 2013 by failing to declare occupational pensions. The investigation began after a National Fraud Initiative data scheme which matches information from local authorities and other public bodies to detect fraud.

Pleaded guilty. Ordered to pay prosecution costs of £85 and an £80 victim surcharge. Magistrates regarded the offence as 'very serious' as it involved large sums over a long time with several reviews where Bailey failed to declare his circumstances.

1 Dec 2014

September 2014 1 case

Ann Roberts

Benefit fraud *

Sentence

16 weeks imprisonment suspended for 12 months and 12 month community order with 200 hours unpaid work

Ann Roberts falsely claimed housing benefit, council tax benefit and pension credit totalling £31,484.16 after failing to declare her partner worked as a coach driver between June 2008 and January 2014.

Pleaded guilty. Ordered to pay £85 towards prosecution costs and £60 victim surcharge. Overpaid benefits to be recovered by Bromsgrove District Council and Department of Work and Pensions.

9 Sep 2014

July 2014 1 case

Georgina Hyde

Benefit fraud *

Sentence

12 month community order with 100 hours unpaid work

Georgina Hyde claimed £7,305.69 in Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit between July 2010 and September 2013 while working as a sales assistant in a bridal shop. She failed to declare her employment, leading to overpayment which will be recovered by Redditch Borough Council.

Pleaded guilty. Previous conviction for benefit fraud. Ordered to pay £85 towards prosecution costs and £60 victim surcharge.

25 Jul 2014

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About Redditch Magistrates' Court

Redditch Magistrates' Court, located in Redditch, is a Magistrates' Court that deals with summary offences, some either-way offences, and preliminary hearings for more serious cases. With 12 sentencing records in our database, it serves the Redditch area and surrounding communities. Magistrates' Courts handle the majority of criminal cases in England and Wales, with cases heard by a bench of magistrates or a district judge.

The court can be found at Grove St, Redditch B98 8DB, B98 8DB.

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