Sheffield Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 200 verdicts at Sheffield Crown Court (Sheffield). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

March 2026 3 cases

Jayden Johnson

Aggravated burglary *

Sentence

5 years and 7 months at a Young Offenders' Institution

Jayden Johnson, 18, of no fixed abode, committed a series of offences over five days in May 2025. On 11 May, he threatened a man he had arranged to buy a car from before driving off in the vehicle. Less than 24 hours later, he stole a mobile phone after assaulting a member of the public. Three days after that, he was seen running up Chapel Lane in Thurnscoe brandishing a machete before smashing a door window as he tried to injure a person inside whom he had previously threatened to kill.

Pleaded guilty to a string of charges, including aggravated burglary, making threats to kill, possession of a bladed article in a public place, assault, theft and robbery. All offences took place during a five-day period in May 2025.

11 Mar 2026

Darren Ward

Violent disorder *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment

Darren Ward, 55, of Norville Crescent, Barnsley, attacked police officers during violent disorder outside the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Rotherham, on 4 August 2024. He was filmed aggressively pushing officers and displaying threatening behaviour as part of large-scale scenes of deplorable violence which saw 60 officers injured. The hotel was being used to house asylum seekers. Three months after the disorder, he handed himself in at Barnsley police station after being pictured in a police appeal showing perpetrators of the violence.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. No explanation provided for his conduct during police interviews.

9 Mar 2026

Dwayne Simpson

Burglary *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Dwayne Simpson broke into a property in Aldern Way, Bakewell, while the owners were out sometime overnight between Monday, November 10, and Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Once inside, he stole a number of items of jewellery including a watch, necklace, and a ring worth thousands of pounds. Officers from the police's Neighbourhood Acquisitive Crime Team (NACT) launched an investigation and Simpson was arrested in connection with the incident. The 23-year-old, of North Side, New Tupton, Chesterfield, was charged with burglary.

Pleaded guilty to burglary. Detective Sergeant Jesse Conquest noted it was an opportunist burglary and a warning to other burglars.

4 Mar 2026

February 2026 8 cases

Jabhari Blair

Possession of prohibited items in prison *

Sentence

13 months imprisonment

Jabhari Blair, 30, previously jailed for 12.5 years in 2014, engaged in an affair with prison officer Charlotte Winstanley at HMP Lindholme, receiving smuggled contraband including cannabis, a phone, and a USB stick.

Confessed to possessing cannabis and banned items, specifically a phone and a USB stick.

28 Feb 2026

Charlotte Winstanley

Misconduct in public office *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Charlotte Winstanley, 27, of Coronation Road, Doncaster, began an affair with inmate Jabhari Blair while working as a prison officer at HMP Lindholme. She smuggled in items and contraband, including telling Blair 'I'm literally praying to have your babies.'

Admitted to misconduct in public office and sending a photograph from inside a prison. Judge Jeremy Richardson KC described it as the most severe case of its kind.

28 Feb 2026

Jarvis Shields

Attempted murder *

Sentence

30 years imprisonment for attempted murder, 8 years concurrent for possession of a firearm

On October 17, 2024, Jarvis Shields, 23, and Tony Reckless, 46, attacked a man on Abbott Street, Hexthorpe, Doncaster. Shields shot the victim three times with a gun, causing serious leg and chest wounds, and attempted to reload the weapon. Reckless slashed the victim with a knife. The victim was left fighting for his life but survived due to prompt medical intervention. CCTV footage captured the attack, Shields firing the gun, and both fleeing in a waiting Ford Focus. Shields was arrested on November 1, 2024.

Convicted in November 2025. Judge Jeremy Richardson KC noted both defendants jointly responsible and intended to kill the victim. Pleaded not guilty and denied offences at trial.

27 Feb 2026

Tony Reckless

Attempted murder *

Sentence

30 years imprisonment for attempted murder, 8 years concurrent for possession of a firearm

On October 17, 2024, Tony Reckless, 46, and Jarvis Shields, 23, attacked a man on Abbott Street, Hexthorpe, Doncaster. Reckless slashed the victim with a knife while Shields shot him three times, causing serious leg and chest wounds. The victim was left fighting for his life but survived due to prompt medical intervention. They lured the victim into the street. CCTV showed them arriving in a Ford Focus. Reckless was arrested hours after the attack when the car was stopped in Bentley. A gun used in the shooting was found at a property linked to him.

Convicted in November 2025. Judge Jeremy Richardson KC noted both defendants jointly responsible and intended to kill the victim. Pleaded not guilty and denied offences at trial. A gun was found hidden in a rabbit hutch at a property linked to him, with his blood and the victim's on stained clothing.

27 Feb 2026

Neil Trennan

Aggravated Burglary *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum term of 10 years

Neil Trennan absconded from North Sea Camp Prison in Lincolnshire while on day release on July 10, 2025. He travelled to Sheffield, where he trespassed and burgled a property in Nether Edge, armed with a knife, intending to commit a sexual offence against a person at the address. A manhunt led to his arrest in York three days later, where he was found in possession of a knife.

Pleaded guilty to being unlawfully at large after recall to prison, possession of a knife in a public place, aggravated burglary, and knowingly trespassing on premises with intent to commit a sexual offence. Pleaded not guilty to additional charges of sexual assault and attempted rape.

25 Feb 2026

Lewis Parker

Attempted murder *

Sentence

23 years imprisonment with an extended licence period of 3 years

Lewis Parker, 22, of Keppel Road, Sheffield, stabbed his victim in the neck during a fight captured on CCTV in Market Street, Hoyland, on March 14, 2025. He pulled a knife from his waistband and slashed the victim's neck before fleeing the scene. The victim was lucky to be alive due to the severity of the injuries. Parker was identified through CCTV and witness accounts, arrested, and charged with attempted murder and other offences.

Found guilty of attempted murder following a trial. Previously pleaded guilty to possessing an offensive weapon in a public place, and possession of Class B and C drugs.

19 Feb 2026

Lesley Claughton

Possession of Class B drugs with intent to supply *

Sentence

21 months suspended sentence

Lesley Claughton, 59, was involved in ordering imitation firearms from China via eBay, which were intercepted by border force in May 2024, leading to the discovery of booby traps and a cannabis farm at her home in Brierly Road, Grimethorpe shared with husband Ian. Cash was found hidden in her sofa, and she was linked to the production and supply of cannabis and amphetamines.

Found guilty after trial of bringing a realistic imitation firearm into the country; possessing Class B drugs, cannabis and amphetamines, with intent to supply; possession of criminal property; and being concerned in production of cannabis.

10 Feb 2026

Ian Claughton

Production of cannabis and possession with intent to supply Class B drugs *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Ian Claughton, 60, rigged his home at Brierly Road, Grimethorpe with trip wires, home-made pipe bombs, a flame thrower made from a petrol-filled fire extinguisher, and threatening notes inspired by Home Alone to deter burglars targeting his cannabis farm. The operation was discovered in May 2024 when police intercepted a package from China containing imitation firearms ordered by his wife Lesley. Officers found multiple cannabis grows in rooms and shipping containers, amphetamine in the fridge, cash in the sofa, imitation firearms, and a crossbow. Text messages showed plans to sell cannabis in Leeds for £40,000. Nearby residents were evacuated, and army experts were called in.

Pleaded guilty to bringing a realistic imitation firearm into the country; being concerned in the production of cannabis; and two counts of possession with intent to supply Class B drugs, amphetamines and cannabis. Convicted after trial of possessing prohibited firearms (flamethrower), possession of criminal property (cash), and possession of explosive substances. Denied charges related to a stun gun.

10 Feb 2026

January 2026 18 cases

Jack Meredith

Sexual assault and incitement of sexual activity with a child *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Jack Meredith, 28, of Kiln Court, Doncaster, bribed two boys aged 13 to 15 into engaging in sexual activity by offering them money in exchange for sending indecent images. One victim reported him to police, leading to an investigation. Examination of his phone revealed a second victim whom he also sexually assaulted multiple times and sexually exploited.

Pleaded guilty to multiple counts including inciting a boy aged 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity, sexual assault, and inciting the sexual exploitation of a child. Made subject of a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and a 25-year restraining order. Must sign the Sex Offenders' Register for life.

26 Jan 2026

Kerry Hickey

Robbery *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Kerry Hickey, 32, of Beckett Road, Doncaster, participated in robbing a victim's car with Shaun Booth as part of his wider crime spree.

Involved in robbing a victim's car alongside Shaun Booth.

23 Jan 2026

Shaun Booth

Theft of motor vehicle *

Sentence

5 years and 3 months imprisonment, 5 years and 11 months driving ban

Shaun Booth, 32, of no fixed abode, embarked on an appalling crime spree involving serial car thefts. In one instance, he pickpocketed a shopper's car keys at a supermarket. Forensic and CCTV evidence linked him to multiple offences, including driving dangerously in a stolen vehicle during a police pursuit at excessive speeds and against oncoming traffic. His prolific offending spanned four separate cases.

Pleaded guilty to 24 offences including theft of motor vehicle, theft from a person, robbery, fraud, affray, dangerous driving, criminal damage and escape from lawful custody. Judge Sarah Wright commented on the trail of victims left behind and the dangerous driving that luckily caused no serious injuries.

23 Jan 2026

Korey Ewen

Murder *

Sentence

indefinite hospital order

Korey Ewen stabbed his father, John Hinchliffe, 63, at a home in Maple Grove, Conisbrough, on January 16, 2025, leading to his death from stab wounds. Ewen was charged with murder but detained in a hospital facility and declared unfit to plead.

Declared unfit to plead; following a 'trial of fact', jury found he committed the act of causing his father's death.

22 Jan 2026

Mackenzie Anthony

Abuse and animal cruelty *

Sentence

jailed

Mackenzie Anthony, a Doncaster drug dealer, abused a woman and strangled a dog. He has been jailed following the court proceedings.

Doncaster drug dealer who abused woman and strangled dog

20 Jan 2026

Nicholas Berry

Abuse and animal cruelty *

Sentence

jailed

Nicholas Berry, a Doncaster drug dealer, abused a woman and strangled a dog. He has been jailed following the court proceedings.

Doncaster drug dealer who abused woman and strangled dog

20 Jan 2026

Paul Dowsing

Rape of a child *

Sentence

16 years imprisonment

Paul Dowsing, of Creswell Road, Clowne, Derbyshire, was found guilty by a jury at Sheffield Crown Court earlier this month (January 16) following a five-day trial, for repeatedly raping a child over a three year period.

Found guilty by a jury following a five-day trial. Given a restraining order and a 20-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

16 Jan 2026

James Russell

Inciting the sexual exploitation of a child *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

James Russell, 44, of no fixed abode, first messaged the 15-year-old victim on a social media platform. He abused his trusted position by sending inappropriate and sexual content for months, asking if she 'loved' him and sending photos of his genitals. The abuse occurred when the victim was 15 years old, leading to severe trauma including inability to perform daily activities and suicidal thoughts in the following 12 months.

Initially pleaded guilty to inciting the sexual exploitation of a child on 17 September 2024. Pleaded not guilty to other charges but changed plea on 5 September 2025. Abused position of trust with victim.

16 Jan 2026

David Nistor

Rape *

Sentence

15 years and eight months imprisonment

David Nistor, 26, from Heelis Street in Barnsley, raped a woman on multiple occasions, including an assault reported in June 2025. He was arrested and charged the same day by South Yorkshire Police. During police interview, he made no comment. Initially pleaded not guilty on July 17, 2025, to seven counts of rape and one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, but changed plea to guilty on the assault charge on November 21, 2025. Following a trial, he was found guilty of the rapes on January 16, 2026.

Found guilty by jury of seven counts of rape; pleaded guilty to one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Victim's bravery highlighted by investigating officer.

16 Jan 2026

Craig Berridge

Possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment with an extended licence of 4 years

On November 25, 2024, at 6.18pm, Craig Berridge, 46, of Grange Road, Rawmarsh, fired a shotgun at an address on Dawson Avenue in Rawmarsh, Rotherham. Earlier that day, he had threatened the homeowner at the same address, saying he would 'shoot the lot of you'. CCTV footage captured him making the threats and firing the weapon before casually walking away. No one was injured. He was arrested two hours after the shooting.

Pleaded guilty to all charges. Detective Inspector Claire Moss described him as a dangerous man who discharged a firearm at a property without thought for others' safety.

14 Jan 2026

Barry Schofield

Burglary *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Barry Schofield, 46, acted as an accomplice to Shane Walker in two of the burglaries between August and October 2025 across Rotherham, Barnsley, and Doncaster. He also committed three counts of fraud by false representation using stolen bank cards for purchases.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary and three counts of fraud by false representation relating to purchases on stolen bank cards. Has a record of 44 offences from 18 previous court appearances, including recent entries for battery and criminal damage.

13 Jan 2026

Shane Walker

Burglary *

Sentence

5 years and 6 months imprisonment

Between August and October 2025, Shane Walker, 38, carried out seven break-ins across Rotherham, Barnsley, and Doncaster. He forced entry by shattering glass panes in windows or doors, stealing irreplaceable items including war medals, an engagement ring treasured by a widow for over 60 years, vehicles, mountain bikes, a work van, and valuable jewellery. He was caught after forensic experts recovered DNA and bite impressions from cheese bitten into during one burglary.

Admitted to seven burglary charges and two theft charges. Has 39 convictions from 78 offences, including 23 for domestic burglaries. Judge David Dixon commented on the devastating impact on victims, including loss of irreplaceable items like war medals and an engagement ring.

13 Jan 2026

Jordan Brown

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

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Officers from Rotherham's Operation Fortify Team executed warrants in August 2024 and found over 500 wraps of Class A drugs worth approximately £6,200 in a property in The Lanes in East Dene. Brown's fingerprints were on the drugs. On July 8, 2025, he was arrested and charged. A search of his flat found a coat containing a block of heroin, further wraps of drugs, a passport and bank card in his name, with total drugs seized estimated at £16,200.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A. Over £20,000 worth of drugs seized. Fingerprints found on drugs. Phone analysis confirmed involvement in drug supply and preparation.

6 Jan 2026

Alex Taff

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 27-32 years

Alex Taff, 31, of Derby Street, was found guilty of murdering 25-year-old Abdullah Hassan, who was shot in the thigh and pronounced dead at the scene in 2023. The gang were convicted in a trial at Sheffield Crown Court.

Found guilty of murder in connection with the fatal shooting of Abdullah Hassan in 2023.

1 Jan 2026

Andrew Horton

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 27-32 years

Andrew Horton, 46, of Smelterwood Crescent, was found guilty of murdering 25-year-old Abdullah Hassan, who was shot in the thigh and pronounced dead at the scene in 2023. The gang were convicted in a trial at Sheffield Crown Court.

Found guilty of murder in connection with the fatal shooting of Abdullah Hassan in 2023.

1 Jan 2026

Daniel James Bell

Robbery *

Sentence

3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Daniel James Bell, 32 and of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to robbery and to obstructing or resisting a constable in the execution of their duty.

Pleaded guilty to robbery and to obstructing or resisting a constable in the execution of their duty.

1 Jan 2026

Emma Horton

Conspiracy to pervert the course of justice *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years

Emma Horton, 38, of Smelter Wood Crescent, Sheffield, was found guilty of conspiracy to pervert the course of justice in relation to the murder of 25-year-old Abdullah Hassan, who was shot in the thigh and pronounced dead at the scene in 2023.

Found guilty of conspiracy to pervert the course of justice in connection with the fatal shooting of Abdullah Hassan in 2023.

1 Jan 2026

Osai Williams

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 27-32 years

Osai Williams, 29, of East Glade Avenue, was found guilty of murdering 25-year-old Abdullah Hassan, who was shot in the thigh and pronounced dead at the scene in 2023. The gang were convicted in a trial at Sheffield Crown Court.

Found guilty of murder in connection with the fatal shooting of Abdullah Hassan in 2023.

1 Jan 2026

December 2025 5 cases

Ian Develin

Indecent Exposure *

Sentence

2 years and 8 months imprisonment

Ian Develin, 64, of Rowan Road, Eckington, Sheffield, committed a series of indecent exposures in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield, between November 2024 and July 2025. He exposed himself and performed an indecent act in front of women in the popular park frequented by families, runners, walkers, and cyclists. Following reports, police conducted house-to-house enquiries, issued e-fit appeals, installed covert CCTV, and increased patrols. In August 2025, after another incident, officers arrested him using a partial vehicle registration provided by the victim. Previous victims identified him, leading to charges.

Pleaded guilty to six counts of indecent exposure between November 2024 and July 2025, one count of outraging public decency and one count of using threatening abusive insulting words or behaviour to cause harassment alarm and distress. Investigating Officer Ellie Davies commented on the vile offending and the team effort in bringing him to justice.

23 Dec 2025

Richard Green

Attempting to arrange or facilitate the commission of a child sex offence *

Sentence

4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Richard Green, of Fir Close in Wath-upon-Dearne in Rotherham, communicated with a Filipino woman about the sexual abuse of children over a four-month period between July 10, 2019 and November 19, 2019. He shared 350 messages, video-called 10 times, and received nine media files containing category C indecent images. Using the username 'Rich2076', he requested live webcam sessions and indecent images of the woman's nine-year-old daughter, sending money via mobile phone top-ups. A separate conversation from October 2020 to November 2023 involved sexualised discussions with 'Nancy' about her 15-year-old daughter. Devices seized in February 2024 contained 28 indecent images (7 category A, 7 B, 8 C, 13 extreme) and searches for explicit videos including 'teen' and 'schoolgirls'.

Pleaded guilty to various child sex offences. Concurrent sentences of 6 months for category A images, 2 months for category B, and 1 month for category C. Named on Sex Offenders Register and issued Sexual Harm Prevention Order, both indefinitely.

9 Dec 2025

Jack Garwell

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

3 years and 6 months imprisonment, disqualified from driving for 5 years with 21 months extension

Jack Garwell, 24, from Hilton Avenue, Scunthorpe, was travelling to Doncaster for a date night when he performed a three-vehicle overtake on High Levels Bank in Thorne, exceeding 80mph on a 60mph road. He collided head-on with 20-year-old motorcyclist Alex Anderson, who was thrown from his bike and died at the scene from catastrophic injuries.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Sentenced by Judge Jeremy Richardson KC.

1 Dec 2025

Kessur Ajaib

Rape *

Sentence

8 years 6 months imprisonment

Kessur Ajaib, 44, of Rotherham, then aged 18-20, raped a 14-year-old girl in 1999 in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Approached her, made conversation, gave alcohol, lured to alleyway in residential area for attack. Abused over two years.

Jailed for rape and concurrent 3 years for indecent assault. Part of Operation Stovewood investigation. Must sign sex offenders register for life.

1 Dec 2025

Mohammed Makhmood

Rape *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

Mohammed Makhmood, 43, of Rotherham, then aged 18-20, raped a 14-year-old girl in 1999 in Rotherham. Found her at bus stop evening, invited to smoke cigarette, led to nearby graveyard for attack. Abused over two years.

Jailed for rape. Part of Operation Stovewood. Must sign sex offenders register for life.

1 Dec 2025

November 2025 6 cases

Jason Hale

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with a minimum of 25 years

Jason Hale, 37, of no fixed abode, lurked in the shadows of an alleyway between Apley Road and Whitburn Road in the Hyde Park area of Doncaster, attempting to rob random victims. On September 19, 2024, he stabbed Sheldon Jameson in the chest during an attempted robbery, leading to Sheldon's death. Two nights earlier, Hale had stabbed another man in the abdomen in the same alleyway, who survived. Hale was identified via CCTV footage showing him loitering in the alleyway on both occasions. He was found guilty on August 19, 2025.

Found guilty by a jury of murder, attempted robbery, and assault. Claimed self-defence in stabbing Sheldon Jameson but denied involvement in earlier assault. Attempted to dispose of a knife connected to the murder.

20 Nov 2025

Gary Hutton

Attempting to arrange or facilitate the commission of a child sex offence *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Gary Hutton, 59, of Bootham Crescent in Doncaster, used an online messaging site to attempt to arrange sexual offences against a child. On February 25, 2025, he spoke with a woman he believed would enable him to sexually assault her child, but the account was operated by the Regional Organised Crime Unit as a decoy to catch online predators. He was arrested the following day by the Internet Sex Offences Team (ISOT), with three mobile phones, two tablets, a laptop, and a computer seized. Analysis of one phone revealed conversations with other profiles discussing sexual abuse of children.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of attempting to arrange or facilitate the commission of a child sex offence. Also handed a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

18 Nov 2025

Sageer Hussain

Rape *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Sageer Hussain, aged 14 at the time, led a 14-year-old girl down an alleyway in Rotherham town centre between 2000 and 2002. He told her he would not let her leave unless she had sex with him. Despite her refusal, he raped her while a male and another female were present, blocking her exit. The girl cried during the ordeal. Hussain was arrested after the victim reported the abuse to officers investigating her childhood sexual exploitation.

Found guilty of rape following a trial. Already serving a 19-year sentence for raping another girl. Sentenced by Judge Charles Thomas, who noted the victim had been abused by others in the area around the same time.

11 Nov 2025

Luke Anderson

Rape *

Sentence

18 years imprisonment

Luke Anderson abused Emma Clarke and another woman between 2015 and 2019, committing five counts of rape and two counts of sexual assault. The abuse was reported to police in 2021, leading to his arrest and trial.

Found guilty after trial. Made to sign the sex offenders register.

10 Nov 2025

Corey Owen Cooper

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

On 11 November 2023, in the Stannington area of Sheffield, Corey Owen Cooper, then 17, was driving his grandfather's Fiat Grande Punto with two friends, Josh Atkins and Gabe Wiggett, both 17. Travelling at approximately 53mph in a 20mph zone on Myers Grove Lane, he lost control on a bend and struck a metal barrier, overturning the car. This caused the death of Josh Atkins and serious injuries to Gabe Wiggett. Earlier that evening, Cooper had driven at excessive speeds, including around 80mph past Bradfield School, and performed wheel spins in a car park. The dashboard warning lights were on for 90 minutes prior due to a malfunctioning ABS system. The crash occurred on Josh's father Gavin's birthday. Cooper was covered in blood and said, 'What have I done, I've killed my best friend.'

Admitted causing death by dangerous driving. Judge noted the defendant was driving deplorably to show off to friends, described as truly appalling driving and immaturity on a grand scale. Remorse accepted as sincere.

7 Nov 2025

Marie Thompson

Blackmail *

Sentence

imprisonment

Marie Thompson, a former police constable with massive debts, posed as a paedophile hunter to blackmail a suspect in a shameful betrayal to fund her gambling addiction.

Former PC abused her position to pose as a paedophile hunter and blackmail a suspect to fund her gambling addiction. Described as a 'shameful' betrayal.

3 Nov 2025

October 2025 10 cases

Jade Brannan

Conspiring to bring contraband into prison *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months imprisonment

Jade Brannan, 35, of Heath Rise in Leeds, conspired with Ricky Smith to smuggle Class A drugs, SIM cards, mobile phones, and charging cables into HMP Lindholme using a drone disguised as a juice carton, discovered in June 2022. She was arrested at her home, where suspected drugs and related items were seized. The scheme involved dropping the package in the prison grounds.

Pleaded guilty to conspiring to bring list 'A' articles into HMP Lindholme, namely drugs, mobile phones and SIM cards; two counts of supplying Class C drugs. Suspected drugs, empty boxes of diazepam, pregabalin and USB sticks seized from her home.

30 Oct 2025

Ricky Smith

Conspiring to bring contraband into prison *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Ricky Smith, 39, of Ash Close in Leeds, conspired with Jade Brannan to smuggle Class A drugs, SIM cards, mobile phones, and charging cables into HMP Lindholme using a drone disguised as a juice carton, which was discovered in June 2022. Flight data from the drone led to his arrest, where police found a drone controller and blades at his home. Analysis of his phone revealed offers of drugs to prisoners, pictures of similar juice cartons, and video of a previous drop. He also admitted to similar offenses at HMP Ranby in Nottinghamshire.

Pleaded guilty to conspiring to bring list 'A' articles into HMP Lindholme, namely drugs, mobile phones and SIM cards; three counts of supplying Class C drugs; three counts of throwing an article into a prison (twice at HMP Ranby and once at HMP Lindholme).

30 Oct 2025

Douglas Thomson

Attempted murder *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment

Douglas Thomson, 60, of Wellington Road, Lindholme, carried out a vicious assault on a woman in March 2024 in Doncaster. He smashed her head with a hammer, knocked her over, climbed on top of her, continued the attack, and pressed down on her throat and eyes. Three witnesses interrupted the attack, barricading him in another room until police arrived. The victim suffered serious injuries and required hospital treatment; Thomson also received treatment for a self-inflicted stab wound. The attack caused horrific physical injuries and long-lasting psychological impact.

Pleaded not guilty. Found guilty by jury after trial. Judge comments not specified, but police noted no justification for the violence and praised witnesses' courage.

24 Oct 2025

Mohammed Umar Khan

Murder *

Sentence

Detention for life with a minimum term of 16 years

On February 3, 2025, at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield, Mohammed Umar Khan, a 15-year-old pupil, stabbed fellow pupil Harvey Willgoose, also 15, twice in the heart with a hunting knife featuring a 13cm serrated blade during lunchtime in the central school courtyard. The incident followed prior exchanges and tensions, including threatening messages and physical interactions earlier that day. CCTV captured Khan taking the knife from his pocket and stabbing Harvey forcefully after Harvey placed a hand on his arm. Khan had brought the knife to school, lied about it to staff, and had a demonstrated interest in knives via internet searches and prior possession on school premises. A teacher attempted to disarm him afterwards. Harvey collapsed 49 seconds later and died from his injuries. Khan was convicted of murder on August 8, 2025.

Pleaded not guilty but found guilty by jury after trial. Defence of loss of control rejected. Spent 259 days on remand, to be deducted from minimum term. Subject to licence conditions for life if released.

22 Oct 2025

Mohammed Khan

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment

Mohammed Khan murdered 13-year-old schoolboy Harvey Willgoose in a playground at a Sheffield school on February 3, 2025. Chilling footage showed the schoolboy killer with an 'Assassin's Creed' knife before the killing.

Handed a life sentence for the murder of Harvey Willgoose. Found guilty following a trial.

22 Oct 2025

Solomon Gordon

Intentional strangulation and false imprisonment *

Sentence

imprisonment

Solomon Gordon, a coercive controller, strangled a woman during an argument over a dress and held her against her will, leaving her fearing for her life.

Found guilty of multiple offences including intentional strangulation and false imprisonment.

22 Oct 2025

Marco Pitzettu

Planning terrorist attacks *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment

Marco Pitzettu, 25, was involved in the 'Einsatz 14' extreme right-wing chat group that plotted attacks on mosques, Islamic education centres, and synagogues. The group shared racist views and amassed over 200 weapons as part of preparations for a terrorist attack in Leeds, driven by ideologies of white supremacy and racial purity.

Jailed for planning terrorist attacks; continued to adhere to extreme right-wing ideology.

17 Oct 2025

Christopher Ringrose

Planning terrorist attacks *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Christopher Ringrose, 35, was part of the 'Einsatz 14' Nazi-worshipping group that discussed targeting mosques, Islamic education centres, and synagogues for harassment and attacks. The group amassed over 200 weapons and planned a terrorist attack in Leeds. Their ideology involved hate towards non-white races, especially Muslims and immigrants, white supremacy, and beliefs in an impending race war.

Jailed for planning terrorist attacks; continued to adhere to extreme right-wing ideology. Had 3D-printed most components of a semi-automatic firearm.

17 Oct 2025

Brogan Stewart

Planning terrorist attacks *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Brogan Stewart, 25, led the 'Einsatz 14' Nazi-inspired group, creating a mission statement that included duties to target mosques, Islamic education centres, and similar locations. He sent details of the Islamic Education Centre on Mexborough Road in Leeds to an undercover officer, discussing plans for smashing windows, ambushes, beatings, or more serious actions. The group amassed over 200 weapons and planned a terrorist attack.

Jailed for planning terrorist attacks; self-proclaimed 'Fuhrer' of the 'Einsatz 14' group and developed its mission statement targeting mosques and Islamic centres. Continued to adhere to extreme right-wing ideology.

17 Oct 2025

Sean Gamble

Rape and Indecent Assault *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Between 1989 and 1992, Sean Gamble, then aged in his 20s, built up trust with the victim, a girl under 14, by offering her cigarettes and telling her it was 'their secret'. He then sexually abused and raped her on multiple occasions. The victim came forward years later to report the offences and prevent them from happening to others. Gamble was convicted on May 15, 2025, following a trial.

Found guilty after trial on two counts of rape of a girl under the age of 16 and six counts of indecent assault of a girl under the age of 14. Pleaded not guilty.

7 Oct 2025

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The Sheffield Law Courts Family Hearing Centre, The Law Courts, W Bar Green, Sheffield S3 8PH, Sheffield, S3 8PH, United Kingdom

+441142812400

www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk

Wheelchair accessible parking, Wheelchair accessible entrance

Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00

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About Sheffield Crown Court

Sheffield Crown Court, located in Sheffield, is a Crown Court that handles serious criminal cases including murder, rape, robbery, and other indictable offences. With 200 sentencing records in our database, it is one of the Crown Courts serving the Sheffield area. Crown Courts sit with a judge and jury, and have the power to impose the full range of sentences available under UK law.

The court can be found at The Sheffield Law Courts Family Hearing Centre, The Law Courts, W Bar Green, Sheffield S3 8PH, S3 8PH.

Accessibility provisions at this court include wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking.

For enquiries about cases heard at this court, you can contact the court by telephone on +441142812400 or visit the official court website for further information.

All sentencing information published on this page has been sourced from publicly-available records and verified by our editorial team. If you believe any information is inaccurate or should be removed, you can submit a removal request directly from the relevant listing above.

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Sheffield Crown Court Sentencing Results

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Tony Reckless

Neil Trennan

Lewis Parker

Lesley Claughton

Ian Claughton

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Andrew Horton

Daniel James Bell

Emma Horton

Osai Williams

Ian Develin

Richard Green

Jack Garwell

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Jason Hale

Gary Hutton

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Luke Anderson

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Marie Thompson

Jade Brannan

Ricky Smith

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Mohammed Khan

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Christopher Ringrose

Brogan Stewart

Sean Gamble

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