Sheffield Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 273 verdicts at Sheffield Crown Court (Sheffield). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

November 2025 4 cases

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

Michael Stokes

Conspiracy to defraud and money laundering *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Patrick Stokes, Michael Stokes and Liam Cumber were involved in a long-running fraud investigation in South Yorkshire, assisted by Henhouse 1 in 2021. Detectives discovered fake adverts for vans posted online. Victims paid deposits and were sent to random residential addresses with no connection to the sale. More than 300 victims lost hundreds of thousands of pounds. The fraud relied on over 90 money mules, many recruited through social media with offers of quick cash. These individuals allowed their bank accounts to be used and were taken to banks to withdraw the proceeds for the offenders. They were arrested in February 2023 during Henhouse 3.

Admitted roles in conspiracy to defraud and related money laundering offences.

1 Nov 2025

Liam Cumber

Conspiracy to defraud and money laundering *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Admitted roles in conspiracy to defraud and related money laundering offences.

1 Nov 2025

Patrick Stokes

Conspiracy to defraud and money laundering *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Admitted roles in conspiracy to defraud and related money laundering offences.

1 Nov 2025

October 2025 10 cases

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

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

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

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

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

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

September 2025 11 cases

Tyler Wright

Possession of a firearm *

Sentence

Two years and three months imprisonment

Armed police from Doncaster’s Operation Fortify team executed a warrant at a property in Carcroft, Doncaster, in March 2025, where they discovered a shortened single-barrelled shotgun wrapped in a black bin bag hidden under the stairs. Tyler Wright was arrested at the address and charged with the offence.

Pleaded guilty to possessing the gun. An order was made for the gun to be forfeited and destroyed under Section 52(1) of the Firearms Act 1968.

25 Sep 2025

Benjamin Johnson

Attempted rape *

Sentence

20 years imprisonment

Benjamin Johnson, a known sex offender, wore a balaclava and attacked a 14-year-old girl in Tongue Gutter woods on June 27, 2024. He exposed himself, sexually assaulted her, and attempted to rape her, but she escaped by punching him and running away. He was arrested the next day based on her description and identified in a parade.

Already on the sex offenders register; found guilty after a trial; made subject of an indefinite restraining order.

15 Sep 2025

Khalid Shafiq

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and non-fatal strangulation *

Sentence

45 months imprisonment

Khalid Shafiq, in a relationship starting in August 2023, assaulted and strangled his then-partner multiple times. Incidents included an argument in October 2023 over jealousy, a violent attack between December 23 and 24, 2023, over a dress, where he pulled her hair, kicked and punched her, and strangled her, causing injuries like black eyes and bruising. He also struck her in a car, leading to hearing loss, followed her in a car chase when she picked up her daughter from school, and continued abusive behaviour including taking her phone and emails.

Apologised to the court and accepted the jury's verdict. Defence highlighted his positive traits, such as mentoring children in boxing and helping others, and noted he was seeking therapy before and during custody. Judge described the relationship as toxic.

12 Sep 2025

Anyale Hassan Ibrahim

Supply of cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

5 years and 11 months imprisonment

Anyale Hassan Ibrahim was involved in a drugs line in Sheffield, dealing cocaine and heroin. He sent broadcast messages to over 140 contacts advertising drugs, including one reading 'Active best of both!!' on December 6, 2024. Police arrested him on March 18, recovered two mobile phones, and found evidence linking him to the supply. He was interviewed but made no comments and was charged with the offences.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and heroin. A Proceeds of Crime Act Order requires him to repay £108,000 earned through crime.

10 Sep 2025

Earl Treasure

Possessing prohibited firearms *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

On June 13, 2024, Earl Treasure drove a Mitsubishi Shogun dangerously during a police chase in Sheffield, running red lights, crashing into street furniture, and throwing two loaded, converted blank-firing guns out of the window. He was apprehended on Pearoyd Lane, and forensic tests confirmed his DNA on the weapons.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of possessing a prohibited firearm, two counts of possessing ammunition without a certificate, and dangerous driving. A driving ban of 11 years and 6 months was also imposed.

10 Sep 2025

Benjamin Williams

Conspiracy to Supply Cocaine *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Benjamin Williams used encrypted messages on EncroChat to discuss sources and prices of cocaine. Police gathered evidence from Operation Venetic, linking messages to his address and a Ford Transit van registration. A search warrant executed on June 15, 2020, at his home on Church Street, Doncaster, revealed an empty EncroChat phone box, leading to his arrest and charges.

Pleaded guilty to conspiring to supply cocaine, possession with intent to supply cocaine, possession with intent to supply cannabis, and acquiring, using or possessing criminal property.

5 Sep 2025

Andrew Bulcroft

Conspiracy to Supply Cocaine *

Sentence

10 years imprisonment

Andrew Bulcroft, using the handle 'Yummycub' on EncroChat, exchanged messages comparing cocaine prices and sources with other accounts. Police identified him through messages referencing his address, place of work, and a 'damning' birthday message on his 48th birthday. A search of his home on Crane Moor Close, Doncaster, on June 15, 2020, uncovered a safe containing over £80,000 in cash, a gold watch worth £23,500, and cocaine worth £10,000.

Found guilty after a trial for conspiring to supply cocaine.

5 Sep 2025

Obaidullah Omari

Rape *

Sentence

19 years imprisonment

Obaidullah Omari, 46, of Sheffield, targeted and groomed two girls aged between 13 and 14 years old between 2003 and 2004. He provided them with drugs and alcohol before abusing them, raping his first victim multiple times at locations including his Eastwood home and in his car.

Found guilty after a two-week trial; victims demonstrated immense courage by coming forward more than 20 years after the offences.

4 Sep 2025

Richard Hayles

Coercive and controlling behaviour *

Sentence

Three years and three months imprisonment

Richard Hayles subjected his ex-partner to years of horrific emotional abuse, controlling every aspect of her life, leaving her in debt, issuing veiled threats, playing videos on how a woman should act, and taunting her about suicide. She feared for her life during their relationship, which occurred in the context of an intimate/family relationship. The abuse involved degradation, humiliation, sleep deprivation, and starvation, while she tried to maintain normalcy for her children and work.

Pleaded guilty to coercive and controlling behaviour. A 10-year restraining order was imposed. The victim read a personal statement in court describing the abuse.

3 Sep 2025

Soloman Gordon

Engaging in controlling / coercive behaviour *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment and an indefinite restraining order

In April 2024, Soloman Gordon subjected a woman to severe abuse over a 24-hour period, including multiple beatings, intentional strangulation, false imprisonment, and coercive controlling behaviour inside her flat. A neighbour witnessed the victim hiding in a garden with facial injuries and called emergency services, leading to Gordon's arrest by South Yorkshire Police. The victim reported fearing for her life and described the relationship as a nightmare.

Found guilty by a jury; the victim described the abuse as horrific and stated she feared for her life, highlighting the controlling nature of the relationship.

1 Sep 2025

Shane Billingham

Public order offences *

Sentence

40 weeks imprisonment

Shane Billingham, 45, of Wrightson Avenue, Warmsworth, committed a number of public order offences in July 2025 when he became verbally abusive towards council engagement officers and members of the neighbourhood policing team in Doncaster city centre.

Committed public order offences including relentless verbal abuse towards council officers and police in Doncaster city centre.

1 Sep 2025

August 2025 11 cases

Wasim Bashir

Misconduct in a public office *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Wasim Bashir, a 55-year-old former detective with West Yorkshire Police, initiated a sexual relationship with a 22-year-old woman who had reported a sexual assault in 2020. He was involved in taking her statement as part of the Kirklees safeguarding team. He contacted her shortly after, leading to meetings and a sexual relationship that continued until she began seeing someone else. He posted photographs of them on a swingers website, which she later protested. The woman, who had mental health issues, reported the relationship in 2021.

Found guilty after trial. Judge described it as a gross breach of trust where he prioritised his own sexual gratification. Mitigating factors include the breakdown of his marriage in 2017. He was cleared of another charge of misconduct in a public office.

29 Aug 2025

Glynn Leedell

Wounding with intent *

Sentence

4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Glynn Leedell, 46, was reported for threatening behaviour towards a woman in Kimberworth Park, Rotherham, on July 17. He rushed at a police officer, slashing the officer's neck with a knife, causing an injury that required hospital treatment. Another officer was injured during the restraint and arrest.

Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent, harassment, and assault of an emergency worker. The counts of harassment and assault will remain on file.

29 Aug 2025

Paul Richardson

Rape *

Sentence

15 years' imprisonment

Paul Richardson, aged 42 at the time, began grooming a vulnerable 14-year-old schoolgirl in Rotherham in 2005 by sending her notes and letters to gain her trust amid her family problems. He picked her up in his car and took her to hotels in Bassetlaw and Rotherham, as well as a house in Nottinghamshire, where he overpowered and raped her on multiple occasions despite her refusals. Evidence included sexual text messages from a phone he gave her.

Found guilty following a trial of four counts of rape and one count of attempted rape. Also given an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and Restraining Order.

21 Aug 2025

Kevan Turner

Wounding without intent *

Sentence

3 years and 4 months imprisonment

At around 2.16am on 15 June 2024, Kevan Turner shot a child in the stomach with a five-foot long air rifle in Barnsley. The child was rushed to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries. Turner, 43, of Bank End Close, Barnsley, was arrested on suspicion of assault and later charged with wounding without intent.

Pleaded guilty to wounding without intent. Had drunk six cans of beer at the time and borrowed the air rifle to shoot rats.

18 Aug 2025

Reece Mottershaw

Possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

three years and four months imprisonment

Reece Mottershaw, a 29-year-old from Spring Close View, Sheffield, was stopped by South Yorkshire Police officers on July 16 after being spotted riding an e-bike matching the description of a suspicious person in High Street, Mosborough, Sheffield. He was found carrying almost 35 grams of crack cocaine, 2.49 grams of heroin estimated to be worth more than £4,000, a knife, a machete, £837 in cash, and three mobile phones.

Admitted possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin, possession of a knife and a machete, and acquiring, using or possession of criminal property.

15 Aug 2025

Anthony Blackwood

Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent *

Sentence

13.5 years imprisonment

Anthony Blackwood, 46, of Scotia Drive, Sheffield, met a man in City Road and invited him to stay at his flat. Later that night on February 8, 2024, he brutally attacked the man with a metal pole, causing a complex depressed skull fracture, bleeding on the surface of the brain, and a stab wound to the abdomen. Blackwood attempted to clean the crime scene and change his clothes but was caught through witness statements and forensic analysis.

Pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm with intent. Claimed the victim's injuries were self-inflicted, but forensic evidence and witness statements proved otherwise. A witness intervened to stop the attack.

12 Aug 2025

Daniel Kazemi

Violent disorder *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment

Daniel Kazemi, 35, from Bolton-upon-Dearne, pulled a hood over his face but was clearly caught on video pushing against police shields and launching objects during the violent rampage at the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Rotherham, this August.

Admitted violent disorder. Tried to hide identity with a hood but caught on video pushing against police shields and launching objects. Identified following public alerts.

11 Aug 2025

Keethan Reeve-Lawson

Violent disorder *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment

Keethan Reeve-Lawson, 22, of Barnsley, was spotted shouting at police before running forward and throwing missiles during the violent rampage at the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Rotherham, this August.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. Identified thanks to public tips after shouting at police and throwing missiles.

11 Aug 2025

Jason Mcguire

Violent disorder *

Sentence

3 years in prison

Jason McGuire, 31, from Mexborough, was caught on camera hurling rocks and concrete slabs at police guarding the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Rotherham, smashing hotel windows during a violent rampage this August.

Pleaded guilty to violent disorder. Refused to answer questions during police interview when shown footage.

11 Aug 2025

Scott Mcguire

Violent disorder *

Sentence

3 years in prison

Scott McGuire, 34, from Mexborough, was filmed kicking objects at officers during the violent rampage at the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Rotherham, this August.

Admitted to violent disorder. Claimed he was only there to 'get a meal' but refused to say more during questioning. Filmed kicking objects at officers.

11 Aug 2025

Michael Trainer

Arson *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Michael Trainer targeted a Sheffield family by setting fire to the ground floor of a property on Philadelphia Gardens in Upperthorpe on October 18, 2024, while a 61-year-old woman and a 14-year-old girl were upstairs. The following night, on October 19, 2024, he started a fire at a property on Birch House Avenue, Oughtibridge, with five occupants inside, including those from the first attack. The occupants escaped without injuries, and Trainer was linked to the crimes through forensic evidence from a bottle and brick found at the scenes.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered. Detective Constable Kevin Sibley commented on the mindless violence and its lasting financial and emotional impact on victims.

8 Aug 2025

July 2025 14 cases

Paul Ebbage

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs and possessing an offensive weapon *

Sentence

Three years in prison

Paul Ebbage was caught by South Yorkshire Police making a suspected drug deal in Trafford Way, Doncaster. Officers found 108 packages of crack cocaine and 44 packages of heroin worth £980, along with a knuckle duster. In a subsequent search in Milbanke Street, more heroin and over £1,000 in cash were discovered. He was involved in drug dealing activities and was charged with multiple offences related to drugs and weapons.

Pleaded guilty to all offences.

29 Jul 2025

Habibur Masum

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment

Habibur Masum murdered his wife, Kulsuma Akter, while she was pushing their baby boy in a pram. He stabbed her at least 25 times and left their seven-month-old son next to her body before boarding a bus with a smile on his face. The crime occurred in a public area, highlighting his callous behaviour.

Jailed for the murder of his wife, Kulsuma Akter. Described as a 'self-centred and jealous' YouTuber who showed no remorse.

25 Jul 2025

Daniel Heeley-Luty

Affray *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

On March 19, Daniel Heeley-Luty was involved in a fight outside Doncaster College. He brandished a 30cm kitchen knife and ran towards another person, leading to a lockdown of the college. He hid the knife in a fenced-off area before being arrested minutes later. The event involved multiple arrests and resulted in a minor hand injury to a non-student.

Charged with affray and possession of a bladed article on school premises. One person suffered a minor hand injury, and the incident was handled promptly by police.

22 Jul 2025

Cain Byrne

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

11 years and 6 months detention in a young offenders institution, with an extended licence period of 5 years, and banned from driving for 17 years and 8 months

Cain Byrne, 20, inhaled nitrous oxide from a balloon while driving, ignored a red light, and struck Graham Slinn, 81, who was lawfully crossing a pedestrian crossing on the A57 near Todwick, South Yorkshire, on April 4, 2025. Byrne was speeding, possibly up to 80mph, without a driving licence, threw the victim at least 15ft in the air, and fled the scene with passengers, as shown in dashcam footage. The victim died from his injuries and was weeks away from his 60th wedding anniversary.

Admitted causing death by dangerous driving and other offences. Had a dreadful upbringing with few boundaries and multiple prior convictions. Judge stated he is a dangerous offender and the public must be protected from his criminal behaviour.

21 Jul 2025

James Mcguinness

Arson *

Sentence

three years and nine months imprisonment

On December 22, 2024, at 10pm, James McGuinness and others arrived at a property on Hawthorne Grove in Doncaster, where they fired a gun several times at the building and then set it on fire. They fled in a vehicle, which was later found burned out. McGuinness was arrested after being stopped in a Kia Sorento, wearing clothes matching those seen in CCTV footage and smelling of petrol and accelerant.

Pleaded guilty to arson being reckless as to endangering life and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. Detective Sergeant Matthew Barnes described the act as mindless violence and noted that no one was injured.

21 Jul 2025

Ryan Jobes

Arson *

Sentence

three years and nine months imprisonment

On December 22, 2024, at 10pm, Ryan Jobes and others arrived at a property on Hawthorne Grove in Doncaster, where they fired a gun several times at the building and then set it on fire. They fled in a vehicle, which was later found burned out. Jobes was arrested after being stopped in a Kia Sorento, wearing clothes matching those seen in CCTV footage and smelling of petrol and accelerant.

21 Jul 2025

Thomas Hampton

Upskirting *

Sentence

1 year imprisonment

Thomas Hampton was caught trying to take a picture of a woman in a tanning room cubicle. His phone was seized and examined, revealing dozens of self-recorded videos and photographs of women in public, including upskirting images. He regularly followed and recorded lone women without their knowledge or consent, leading to his arrest and conviction.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of operating equipment beneath clothing of another without consent and observing a person doing a private act. Made subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for seven years. Labelled as a dangerous individual with a preoccupation for filming women without consent.

17 Jul 2025

Oliver Corney

Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent *

Sentence

11 years and 9 months imprisonment with an extended licence period of 5 years

Oliver Corney went to The Red Lion pub in Wath upon Dearne, South Yorkshire, armed with a gun after hearing about an earlier argument, likely related to drugs. On June 28th, 2024, he fired three times into a group of people, missing his intended target and hitting Bonita Page, the 56-year-old landlady, in the leg. This caused life-changing injuries, including ongoing pain and post-traumatic stress disorder, forcing her to give up her role as pub licensee and affecting her community involvement.

Pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. Has a lengthy criminal record including offences of violence, sexual offences, firearms, and drugs. Judge described him as a dangerous offender and noted the severe impact on the victim, with the defendant shouting an apology in court.

11 Jul 2025

Mohammed Jhangur

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

Not specified

Mohammed Jhangur was involved in actions that perverted the course of justice related to the incident where his son, Hassan, killed Chris Marriott during a family dispute on December 27, 2023.

Found guilty of perverting the course of justice. Sentencing to occur at a later date.

9 Jul 2025

Hassan Jhangur

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment

Hassan Jhangur drove his blue Seat Ibiza through College Close on December 27, 2023, striking and killing Good Samaritan Chris Marriott, who was administering first aid to Jhangur's unconscious sister, Nafeesa, following a family altercation related to a wedding dispute between the Jhangur and Khan families. Jhangur was informed of the incident and arrived at the scene, leading to the fatal collision that injured several others.

Found guilty of murder, three counts of grievous bodily harm, and two counts of wounding with intent. Sentencing to occur at a later date, but implied life sentence based on context.

9 Jul 2025

Michael Peterson

Causing grievous bodily harm with intent *

Sentence

16 years and 6 months imprisonment and a 20-year restraining order

Michael Peterson, 38, of Exchange Street, Doncaster, subjected a woman to a brutal attack, leaving her with horrific injuries including swelling and a bleed to the brain, a punctured lung, multiple fractured ribs, and other injuries. He attempted to cover up the crime by claiming the woman had fallen down the stairs.

Pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm with intent. Described as a dangerous offender with minimal remorse.

8 Jul 2025

Nathan Holgate-Smith

Robbery *

Sentence

five years and 10 months imprisonment

Nathan Holgate-Smith, 34, of South Street, Doncaster, entered stores in Balby and Hyde Park armed with a 30cm knife, jumped over the counter, forced the cash drawer out of the register, and fled the scenes with his accomplice. The crimes involved threatening shopkeepers and customers, and were captured on CCTV, leading to his arrest and conviction.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery. Despicable attack on shopkeepers, with prior comments from Detective Inspector Mark Nicholson-Gee highlighting the traumatic nature of the crimes.

4 Jul 2025

Jordan Saunders

Robbery *

Sentence

four years and nine months imprisonment

Jordan Saunders, 28, of Oliver Road, Doncaster, assisted Nathan Holgate-Smith in robbing two Doncaster shops by keeping watch outside while Holgate-Smith threatened shopkeepers with a knife and stole from the registers. The duo was identified through CCTV evidence and victim cooperation.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery. Acted as lookout during the attacks on shopkeepers.

4 Jul 2025

Joseph Haythorne

Publishing material intended to stir up racial hatred *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment

Joseph Haythorne posted a message on X, formerly Twitter, stating 'Go on Rotherham. Burn any hotels with them scruffy bastards in it', which included a link to a post by activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon. This occurred on August 4, 2024, during riots outside a hotel housing asylum seekers in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The post was viewed by 1,100 people in 17 minutes before being deleted. Haythorne handed himself in to the police and was sentenced after pleading guilty.

Pleaded guilty to publishing material intended to stir up racial hatred. Judge considered his clinical depression and personal mitigation, describing the post as 'vile'.

3 Jul 2025

Disclaimer: The information on this page is compiled from publicly available court records and published media reports. It is provided strictly for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as a definitive record of any individual's criminal history or legal status.

Offence names marked with an asterisk (*) reflect descriptions used in media reporting and may not correspond to the formal legal charge or indictment. Sentencing details are as reported and may be subject to subsequent appeal, variation, or correction by the courts.

All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The presence of a name on this page does not imply guilt, and some listed individuals may have had convictions overturned, sentences reduced, or charges withdrawn after the date of publication.

We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any court, government body, or law enforcement agency. While we endeavour to ensure the accuracy of all information, we accept no liability for any errors, omissions, or consequences arising from the use of this data. If you believe any entry is inaccurate, outdated, or should be removed, please submit a removal request using the icon on the relevant entry or contact us directly.

No sentences found matching your search.

Showing 51-100 of 273 results

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

Get Directions

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 273 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.

Nearby Courts

Sheffield Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield

0.2 km away

Chesterfield Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Chesterfield

16.7 km away

Barnsley Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Barnsley, Barnsley

18.8 km away

Doncaster Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Doncaster

26.9 km away

Mansfield Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Mansfield

31.6 km away

Kirklees (Huddersfield) Magistrates Court

Magistrates Court

Huddersfield

35.5 km away

Sheffield Crown Court Sentencing Results

Marie Thompson

Michael Stokes

Liam Cumber

Patrick Stokes

Ricky Smith

Jade Brannan

Douglas Thomson

Solomon Gordon

Mohammed Umar Khan

Mohammed Khan

Marco Pitzettu

Christopher Ringrose

Brogan Stewart

Sean Gamble

Tyler Wright

Benjamin Johnson

Khalid Shafiq

Anyale Hassan Ibrahim

Earl Treasure

Benjamin Williams

Andrew Bulcroft

Obaidullah Omari

Richard Hayles

Soloman Gordon

Shane Billingham

Wasim Bashir

Glynn Leedell

Paul Richardson

Kevan Turner

Reece Mottershaw

Anthony Blackwood

Daniel Kazemi

Keethan Reeve-Lawson

Jason Mcguire

Scott Mcguire

Michael Trainer

Paul Ebbage

Habibur Masum

Daniel Heeley-Luty

Cain Byrne

James Mcguinness

Ryan Jobes

Thomas Hampton

Oliver Corney

Mohammed Jhangur

Hassan Jhangur

Michael Peterson

Nathan Holgate-Smith

Jordan Saunders

Joseph Haythorne

About Sheffield Crown Court

Nearby Courts

Sheffield Magistrates Court

Chesterfield Magistrates Court

Barnsley Magistrates Court

Doncaster Magistrates Court

Mansfield Magistrates Court

Kirklees (Huddersfield) Magistrates Court

Request Removal