Swansea Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 432 verdicts at Swansea Crown Court (Swansea). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

January 2026 31 cases

Simon Griffiths

Supply of crack cocaine *

Sentence

2 years and 8 months imprisonment

Simon Griffiths, aged 50, of High Street, Swansea city centre, acted as the driver and trusted ally to Darren Jones in a drug dealing operation. On August 28, 2025, while driving the Audi TT during a suspected drug exchange outside the Swansea Foyer building, he was approached by undercover police. Griffiths grabbed an officer's arm, started the car, and drove it briefly, pulling the officer with him before being stopped and arrested. Messages on his phone showed his involvement in supplying crack cocaine and securing the vehicle for the operation. His involvement was described as peripheral and limited to the month of August 2025.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine. Has 41 previous convictions for 236 offences, including four for simple possession of drugs. In 2022, sentenced to 45 months in prison for involvement with a burglary gang and was still on licence.

24 Jan 2026

Philip Brian John

Unlawful wounding and criminal damage *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, rehabilitation course, 12-month alcohol treatment requirement, 12-month restraining order

On December 21, 2025, Philip Brian John, aged 46, of Graigola Road, Glais, Swansea, assaulted his 81-year-old father in a drunken attack at their home. After both had been drinking, John punched his father, headbutted him to the face, and bit him on the chest and arms. The victim suffered a fractured cheek bone, bruising, swelling to the face, and bite marks, requiring hospital treatment at Morriston Hospital. The incident occurred after John had moved in with his father following the breakdown of his relationship with his partner. The victim called 999 after escaping upstairs and requested a restraining order.

Pleaded guilty. Four previous convictions for five offences including common assault and unlawful wounding from 2004. Judge Huw Rees commented that the defendant had behaved in a shameful way towards his father.

22 Jan 2026

Adam Russell

Dangerous operation of watercraft *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 15 hours required activity, 200 hours unpaid work, £1,676 compensation, £3,000 prosecution costs

On August 11, 2024, near Milford Haven on the River Cleddau, Adam Russell, 28, was steering a single-engine, duo-prop speedboat named White Mischief upstream at unsafe speeds of up to 25mph, which lifted the bow and obscured his vision. He was carrying six passengers, including children. Approaching in the opposite direction was a 15-year-old victim kayaking with his father and friends in brightly coloured kayaks and wearing red personal flotation devices. The teenager spotted the vessel near Rudders Boatyard, a busy area for moorings and leisure activities familiar to Russell, and tried to paddle out of the way. However, Russell changed course without seeing the danger, struck the kayak, drove over the victim, and threw him into the water. The incident wrecked the teenage boy's one-person kayak and left him with cuts and bruising to his arms and lower lip. The young man has not returned to water sports since, describing the experience as terrifying.

First sentencing under new watercraft safety legislation. Pleaded guilty to two charges. Judge Geraint Walters emphasized that seas and rivers are not playgrounds.

22 Jan 2026

Adan Joshua Russell

Failing to prevent loss or destruction of watercraft and serious injury *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, 200 hours unpaid work, rehabilitation course, £1,676 compensation, £3,000 costs

On August 11, 2024, on the River Cleddau near Neyland, Adan Joshua Russell, 28, was operating the speedboat White Mischief at around 25mph in an area with 'proceed with caution' restrictions and reduced speed limits. The boat, carrying six passengers including children, had no lookout posted, and Russell was steering while seated, limiting his vision. He failed to see a 14-year-old kayaker paddling with his father and friends, changed course, and struck the middle of the boy's brightly colored kayak, throwing the teenager into the water and destroying the kayak. The boat passed directly over the boy underwater, who heard the engines above him. The victim suffered cuts and bruises, and has been unable to return to water activities since, despite previously being a keen surfer. Russell admitted the speed and lack of visibility at the scene and in interview.

Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions. Judge noted excessive speed and pure luck prevented worse injuries. First prosecution under Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023.

22 Jan 2026

Jake Richards

Rape *

Sentence

3 years and 6 months in a young offenders institution

Jake Richards, then 17, met a 12-year-old girl online via Snapchat and arranged to meet in person. They walked to a secluded tunnel where Richards raped the girl despite her repeatedly pleading with him to stop. The assault occurred in 2024, and the girl reported it to police in August 2024 after confiding in a friend. The investigation involved forensic and digital enquiries by Dyfed-Powys Police.

Admitted to the offence. The strength of DNA and digital forensic evidence resulted in an early guilty plea, sparing the victim the trauma of a trial. The victim's courage was commended by Detective Sergeant Carl Pocock.

21 Jan 2026

Jamal Malik

Drug supply *

Sentence

Not stated

Involved in international drug supply ring. Resident of Butetown, Cardiff.

Not stated

20 Jan 2026

Ahmed Abbas Al-Farraji

Drug supply *

Sentence

Not stated

Involved in international drug supply ring. Resident of Adamsdown, Cardiff.

Not stated

20 Jan 2026

Lee Peter Lock

Animal Welfare Act offences *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment and disqualified from keeping animals for 25 years

On December 29, 2024, RSPCA inspectors, Dyfed Powys Police, and vets discovered 52 animals in appalling conditions at a property on Coombs Road, Milford Haven, including 29 dogs, 17 snakes, one Hermanns tortoise, a leopard gecko, and a monitor lizard. The house had an overpowering smell of dog faeces and urine, with animals living in filthy conditions. Two dogs and one snake were found dead, and several animals suffered unnecessarily, including six French Bulldogs due to failure to provide veterinary treatment for issues like a ruptured rectum, and three snakes. Graham and Lock failed to meet the needs of 21 adult dogs, eight puppies, 18 snakes, and other exotics.

Pleaded guilty to 12 offences under the Animal Welfare Act. Credit given for guilty pleas, remorse, and regret; home situation became unmanageable; offending out of character.

16 Jan 2026

Zoe Louise Graham

Animal Welfare Act offences *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment and disqualified from keeping animals for 15 years

Pleaded guilty to 14 offences under the Animal Welfare Act. Credit given for guilty pleas; house was unmanaged and unmanageable; no original intention to cause suffering as they intended to care for homeless animals.

16 Jan 2026

Jack Barrett

Engaging in sexual communication with a child *

Sentence

5 years custody followed by 5 years extended licence

In June 2025, shortly after completing a suspended sentence for previous child image offences, Jack Barrett contacted a 14-year-old girl on TikTok, moved the conversation to WhatsApp, and sent her graphic sexual messages including desires to choke her and make her his 'b***h'. He sent photographs of his penis and persistently requested pictures and videos of her performing sex acts on herself. The offence was discovered by the girl's father who found the messages on her phone and reported it to police, leading to Barrett's arrest in Swansea. He answered 'no comment' in interview. The victim stated it impacted her schoolwork, trust in others, and made her hate everything about life, fearing Barrett would find her after release.

Sentenced under dangerous offender provisions with one-third discount for guilty pleas. Pleaded guilty to breaching a sexual harm prevention order, engaging in sexual communication with a child, inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, and causing a child to watch a sexual act. Registered sex offender for life and subject to indefinite sexual harm prevention order and 10-year restraining order.

15 Jan 2026

Steven Craig Vonk

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

On the day after the manslaughter assault on July 25, 2025, police searched Steven Vonk's flat in Swansea to arrest him and discovered 121g of cocaine worth up to £9,680 and over £900 in cash in his kitchen cupboard. Vonk claimed the drugs were for personal use, consuming 3.5g every other day, but the jury rejected this after a trial and found him guilty of possession with intent to supply.

Sentence to run consecutively to the 3-year sentence for manslaughter. Pleaded not guilty to drug charge but found guilty after trial. Has 28 previous convictions for 63 offences, including drug possession, assault, dishonesty, burglaries, and manslaughter.

14 Jan 2026

Stephen Charge

Affray *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, rehabilitation course, £400 fine

On the afternoon of June 15, 2024, in Pembroke Dock, Stephen Charge was involved in an ugly brawl on Pembroke Street with Trevor Herridge. The fight escalated when Michel Valmont joined armed with a samurai sword. Police separated and arrested Charge and Herridge upon arrival. The incident caused public concern and was described by the judge as reminiscent of the Wild West.

Pleaded guilty to affray. Has previous offences including assault occasioning actual bodily harm, battery, criminal damage, and dishonesty. Was subject to a suspended sentence for shoplifting at the time. 20% discount for guilty plea. Fined for breaching suspended sentence. Judge noted he avoided immediate custody 'by the skin of your teeth'. Has four children and expressed remorse.

13 Jan 2026

Saman Ismail

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm, stalking, and inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent *

Sentence

6 years detention in a young offenders institution

Saman Ismail, obsessed with his ex-partner after their relationship ended in July 2024, assaulted her on August 5, 2024, by shoving her to the floor, slapping her repeatedly, headbutting her, grabbing her hair, and throwing water over her, after taking her phone and seeing messages. He then stalked her for six weeks by bombarding her with social media messages, sending unwanted gifts like flowers, and appearing uninvited at her home and work, causing her significant stress. The stalking culminated in a brutal assault on a man in Swansea's Wind Street, whom Ismail believed had a romantic connection to his ex; Ismail pulled the man's head through a car window, punched him multiple times, chased him, and struck his face with an unknown object, causing significant facial injuries and a broken tooth.

Comprising 18 months for ABH, 6 months for stalking, and 4 years for GBH, all consecutive. Will serve up to half in custody before release to serve remainder in community. No previous convictions. Aspired to join His Majesty's armed forces but conviction has blighted that hope. Fled Syria for safety.

13 Jan 2026

Michel Valmont

Affray and possession of an offensive weapon *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment

On the afternoon of June 15, 2024, in Pembroke Dock, Michel Valmont emerged from a nearby property armed with a samurai sword and joined a disturbance by chasing two fighting males, Stephen Charge and Trevor Herridge, causing members of the public to fear for their safety. The incident was reported to police as a brawl on Pembroke Street. Valmont was later identified and arrested after the sword and a black hoodie were found in a nearby garden.

Pleaded guilty to affray and possession of an offensive weapon. Has 74 previous convictions for 203 offences including possession of weapons, violence, dishonesty and public disorder. One-quarter discount for guilty plea. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence.

13 Jan 2026

Rhydian Jamieson

Attempted murder *

Sentence

35 years imprisonment

On 15 January, Rhydian Jamieson, 28, from Cwm Cou, Newcastle Emlyn, hurled his infant daughter at a television in an uncontrollable fit of temper at a property in Y Ferwig, Ceredigion, before leaving without checking on her. The baby suffered bleeding on the brain, a fractured skull, severe bruising, and has been left with severe physical and intellectual disabilities, vision problems, probable lifelong epileptic fits, and developmental setbacks consistent with cerebral palsy. Emergency services were called, and the child was treated at Glangwili Hospital before transfer to University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff.

Pleaded guilty to attempted murder in April of the previous year. Judge noted no true remorse, described the act as horrendous callousness and self-interest. Prior convictions for driving offences, criminal damage, common assault, stalking, and public disorder. Initially tried to retract guilty plea and refused to co-operate with pre-sentence reports. Declined to appear at sentencing, claiming wrongful charge.

12 Jan 2026

Rhydian Lyn Rhys Jamieson

Attempted murder *

Sentence

35 years imprisonment

On January 15, 2025, Rhydian Lyn Rhys Jamieson, 28, of Cwm Cou in Newcastle Emlyn, was alone with his baby daughter at an address in Y Ferwig, Ceredigion, for less than half an hour. He admitted he 'snapped' and threw the child at a television, inflicting life-threatening catastrophic injuries, before placing her face down under a blanket and fleeing the house. He contacted a friend via Snapchat indicating he had killed the baby and sent voice notes to the mother expressing regret. The mother found the injured baby, who was rushed to hospital. Police found the TV on the floor, blood stains, and discarded clothing. Jamieson was arrested shortly after and later charged.

Pleaded guilty to attempted murder on April 10, 2025. Judge sentenced him considering the catastrophic injuries inflicted on his infant daughter.

12 Jan 2026

Rhydian Rhys Jamieson

Attempted murder *

Sentence

35 years imprisonment

Rhydian Rhys Jamieson, 28, from Cwm Cou, Newcastle Emlyn, attacked his baby daughter at a property in Ceredigion on 15 January 2025, flinging her at a TV in a fit of uncontrolled temper, likely due to the baby crying. He left her concealed under a duvet without checking if she was alive and fled the scene, later telling friends 'I've killed her' and 'I'm going to be on the news as a baby killer'. The baby was discovered by relatives face down, covered in blood and bruises, with a fractured skull, permanent brain damage, and life-threatening injuries requiring lifelong care. She was rushed to hospital in a critical state around 10.15pm.

Pleaded guilty to attempted murder. Declined to appear at the hearing, showed no remorse. Barred from unsupervised contact with children post-release.

12 Jan 2026

Halkawt Arif

Fraudulent trading *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment

Halkawt Arif operated Snoop Vape Store in Swansea's High Street, concealing illegal tobacco and vapes in hidden compartments in the shop and toilet. Council officers seized 52 packets of illegal cigarettes and 714 disposable vapes from the premises in July 2025. A search of his flat in Griffith John Street revealed an additional 1,353 packets of unlawful tobacco and 468 illegal vapes, some hidden in the base of a bed. The total value of seized items was nearly £45,000, along with £1,690 in cash. The vapes included liquid reservoirs up to 20 times the permitted limit. Arif's motivation was to send money to his ill mother in Iraq.

Pleaded guilty to five counts. Prior involvement in similar offence in Lincolnshire. Judge noted sophistication and planning in the offending. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Forfeiture and destruction of seized items ordered.

11 Jan 2026

Jason William Powell

Fraudulent use of a registration mark *

Sentence

24-month community order, £500 fine, 8 penalty points

On May 4, 2025, police in Treboeth, Swansea, checked the registration of a parked BMW and found it belonged to a Land Rover. Jason William Powell, aged 55, emerged from a nearby property, confirmed the car was his, and admitted knowing the plate was cloned but claimed he liked the 'JP' prefix. The real plate was in the boot. The true owner had received a parking ticket showing a Mercedes instead of her Land Rover. Powell also failed to attend Swansea Magistrates' Court three times for related hearings, falsely claiming hospital attendance on the third occasion.

Pleaded guilty. Judge Paul Thomas KC described him as an 'inveterate conman' with 15 prior fraud offences and expressed scepticism about his claim of liking the plate, suggesting a more sinister motive. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation course.

11 Jan 2026

Hefin Davies

Attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 150 hours unpaid work, rehabilitation course

In October 2024, Hefin Davies, a 32-year-old teacher from Cwmgarw Road, Upper Brynamman, Carmarthenshire, initiated contact on the Hornet dating site with a profile posing as a 12-year-old boy, run by an undercover police officer. Using the alias 'Eric', he acknowledged the age disparity but proceeded. Communication moved to Snapchat, where he sent multiple sexually explicit photos and videos, including of his erect penis and masturbating, and shared images of young males in sexual activity. He requested pictures from the decoy. On October 24, 2024, police arrested him at home after he attempted to factory reset his phone to destroy evidence, claiming it was updating. A computer magazine on anonymous browsing was found. He refused to provide device PINs and answered no comment in interview.

Pleaded guilty. No previous convictions. Ordered to register as sex offender for 10 years and subject to sexual harm prevention order for 10 years. Judge noted it was by luck the recipient was a decoy, not a real child.

9 Jan 2026

Stephen Burke

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *

Sentence

28 months imprisonment

Stephen Burke, a former restaurant chef from Cae Morfa, Sandfields, Port Talbot, was involved in supplying cocaine. On April 3, 2024, police stopped his car on Newton Road in Mumbles due to erratic driving and found 3.5g of 82% pure cocaine, £80 cash, and two iPhones. Phone messages revealed supply activities over three months, including a 'super saver' discount offer on March 23, 2024, reducing prices from £40 to £30 for one day, and complaints about payments. He started selling to fund his own use after suffering serious leg injuries in summer 2025 while stopping a runaway horse. He was disqualified from driving at the time.

Pleaded guilty. One-third discount applied for guilty pleas. Will serve 40% in custody before release on licence. Previous convictions for possession of cocaine and cannabis, and drug-driving in 2023.

9 Jan 2026

Raymond John

Burglary *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment

On December 4, 2025, Raymond John entered the Skin and Glamour salon on Llangyfelach Road in Swansea, pushed past the owner, lay on the treatment bed demanding water, refused to leave, threatened to smash the place up, and searched behind the counter for money shouting 'Where is the money? Where is the till?'. The owner fled to a nearby shop for safety. Police arrested him at his flat on Griffith John Street, Dyfatty, Swansea, after recognizing him from video footage. He had been released from prison only days earlier after serving four months for shoplifting a bottle of tequila and exposure.

Pleaded guilty to burglary. One-third discount applied for guilty plea. Has 57 previous convictions for 89 offences including burglary and 20 thefts. Mental health and substance misuse issues noted. Judge hoped he would make changes to avoid lifelong institutionalization.

8 Jan 2026

Craig Cole

Wounding with intent *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

On December 31, 2024, in Plan B club off The Kingsway in Swansea city centre, Craig Cole, aged 27 from Pen-y-Bryn, Ystradgynlais, attacked a stranger with a vodka bottle after the victim spoke to Cole's ex-partner on the stairs. Cole hit the victim multiple times on the head, reaching over intervening women, and struck again to the back of the head as the victim tried to leave. Security intervened but was pushed away. The victim sustained four wounds to the head, the largest glued shut. Cole handed himself in a week later and answered no comment in interview. The victim reported struggling with the incident and fearing worse outcomes.

Pleaded guilty. Judge commented on excess of insecure, sexual jealousy and need to grow up. One-quarter discount for guilty plea. Has six previous convictions for nine offences including criminal damage and common assault.

8 Jan 2026

Gareth Edwards

Sexual assault *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Gareth Edwards gave a teenage girl cocaine and twice sexually assaulted her in his car in Aberystwyth in May 2025. He stopped her from answering her phone during the ordeal and later told her to lie about what happened and not to tell the police. The incident was reported to police, leading to his arrest after a public appeal. The victim stated the assault changed her from a bubbly person to withdrawn and isolated, and she gave evidence to keep other girls safe.

Convicted at trial of sexual assault and assault by penetration. Denied allegations but found guilty. Has 24 previous convictions for 27 offences. Will serve half in custody before release on licence. Registered sex offender for life.

7 Jan 2026

Jamie Thomas

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

On November 30, 2025, police executed a search warrant at Jamie Thomas's home in Clos Sant Paul, Llanelli. During the raid, Thomas threw a bag containing 3.7g of cocaine out of a window. His phone was seized and revealed messages referencing 'sniff' (slang for cocaine), prices, and deal sizes. He initially claimed the drugs were for personal use but later admitted dealing to fund his habit. This occurred while he was subject to a suspended sentence from September 2024 for ill-treating a child, where he was found unconscious in a property surrounded by used drug needles and smashed glass with a child present.

Pleaded guilty. One-third discount applied for guilty plea. Six months concurrent for breaching suspended sentence. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. 40 previous convictions for 63 offences, including possession of mephedrone with intent to supply and ill-treating a child.

7 Jan 2026

Romario Buzi

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months, rehabilitation course, 180 hours unpaid work

On May 27, 2023, in Carmarthen town centre, Romario Buzi, then a 20-year-old university student, was spotted by CCTV operators in a possible drug deal. Police approached, he fled on foot, was caught, and searched, revealing £452 cash and six half-gram deals of cocaine (51% pure, cut with benzocaine). A search of his home found 52 additional wraps of cocaine, weighing scales, and a small quantity of cannabis (no charge). He claimed coercion by a London gang threatening his family, collecting drugs from a bush, but details were vague; modern slavery investigation found no evidence. Arrest to charge took 28 months with no clear explanation.

Pleaded guilty. Judge noted inexcusable delay in case, reducing sentence from 3.5 years after trial to 2.5 years before plea discount. No previous convictions. Described as a singular incident; defendant finished university and pursuing career.

7 Jan 2026

John Gibbon

Breeding dogs without a licence *

Sentence

12-month conditional discharge

John Gibbon bred dogs without a licence at his farm near Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, between January 2019 and May 2022, selling them online and making over £68,000. RSPCA officers first visited in July 2021 following reports of poor conditions, finding dogs in makeshift pens in poorly ventilated outhouses with little access to water or exercise. Despite advice and an improvement notice, conditions remained inadequate on follow-up visits by RSPCA inspectors, vets, and Carmarthenshire Council officers.

No previous convictions. Proceeds of Crime Act confiscation order of £10,000 with three months to pay and six months in prison in default. Agreed costs order of £15,000 payable at £250 per month over five years.

6 Jan 2026

Gareth Rowe

Conspiracy to arson *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Gareth Rowe, an old schoolfriend of Gareth Charles, conspired in the revenge arson attack on Anthony Marmont's vehicle on September 5, 2025, in Swansea Vale. Text messages and call logs between Rowe and Charles in the days before the incident referenced 'balys' believed to mean balaclavas, and they spoke on the night of the attack. Rowe's involvement was to assist in the plot orchestrated by Charles over money stolen by Marmont from the garage business.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to arson on basis of admitting sending and receiving messages but denying presence at the scene. Four previous convictions for six offences including driving matters and fraud. Involved out of misguided loyalty to old schoolfriend Charles. One-quarter discount for later plea. Sentenced by Judge Huw Rees.

5 Jan 2026

Gareth Charles

Conspiracy to arson *

Sentence

38 months imprisonment

Garage owner Gareth Charles plotted with Mathew Membury and Gareth Rowe to firebomb the Suzuki Swift vehicle of his former employee Anthony Marmont in a revenge attack over money stolen from the business to fund a drug habit. The arson occurred just before midnight on September 5, 2025, outside Marmont's home in Swansea Vale, with an unidentified male seen running from the scene. Charles was the ringleader, in phone contact with the others, and had expressed desire to firebomb the front door but was cautioned against it. Earlier, on May 13, 2025, Charles punched Marmont in the face in Swansea over the owed money. Police found incriminating text messages on Charles's phone about the plot, including roles for pouring petrol and driving.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to arson and assault by beating. Three previous convictions for 11 offences including theft and fraud. Sentenced by Judge Huw Rees who noted the enterprise was born out of stupidity but dangerous. One-third discount for guilty pleas.

5 Jan 2026

David Prothero

Sexual assault and oral rape *

Sentence

10.5 years imprisonment

David Prothero, a 39-year-old former carpenter from Tumble, Carmarthenshire, repeatedly sexually assaulted and orally raped four children, including two young girls and a boy and a girl subjected to physical violence. The offending came to light in August 2025 when one victim disclosed the abuse to her mother. Incidents included molesting a girl in her school party dress by touching her breasts and oral rape of a 13-year-old female. A police investigation identified additional victims. Prothero attempted to blame his drug and alcohol addiction but no excuse was accepted. He had one prior conviction for being drunk and disorderly in 2009, with no previous sexual or violent offences.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of oral rape of a female aged 13 years old, four counts of engaging in sexual activity with a female aged under 18, four counts of sexual assault on a female, ill-treatment of a child and assault by beating. Sentence discounted for guilty pleas. Will serve two-thirds in custody before release on licence. Registered sex offender for life. Subject to indefinite sexual harm prevention orders and life-long restraining orders to prevent contact with victims. Judge described behaviour as inexcusable with devastating long-term impacts on victims.

5 Jan 2026

Mathew Membury

Conspiracy to arson *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Mathew Membury, an employee of Gareth Charles, conspired in the revenge arson attack on Anthony Marmont's vehicle on September 5, 2025, in Swansea Vale. Text messages between Membury and Charles detailed the plot, including who would pour the petrol and drive, and Membury cautioned against firebombing the house as police would investigate. On May 13, 2025, Membury was present when Charles assaulted Marmont in Swansea, threatening him. Police seized evidence from phones showing the conspiracy.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to arson. Nine previous convictions for 20 offences including possession of weapons, driving matters, possession of drugs, and battery. Involved to cause inconvenience and loss to victim despite no personal grievance. One-third discount for guilty plea. Sentenced by Judge Huw Rees.

5 Jan 2026

December 2025 19 cases

Vincent Paul Carroll

Inflicting grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

38 months imprisonment

On May 21, 2025, Vincent Paul Carroll forced his way into his ex-girlfriend's flat in Neath while intoxicated. He verbally abused her, accusing her of infidelity, then repeatedly punched her in the head and face, causing her to lose consciousness, grabbed her by the ears and banged her head on the floor, pursued her when she fled, beat her with a broom on her legs and ribs, and pushed her down stairs. The assault was witnessed by a repair worker who called 999. The victim suffered a broken nose, chipped tooth, black eyes, cuts, bruises to face, ribs, and legs. Carroll was arrested nearby in possession of her bank card and initially denied the assault, claiming to be the victim.

Pleaded guilty on the day of trial to inflicting grievous bodily harm, criminal damage, and theft. Extensive criminal history including offences of violence. Will serve 40% in custody before release on licence. Judge noted prolonged and persistent assault while intoxicated.

30 Dec 2025

Benedict Bramble

Dangerous driving and driving with drugs over legal limit *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 250 hours unpaid work, 2-year driving ban

On May 15, 2025, Benedict Bramble, 24, of Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire, drove erratically for seven miles on the A40 between Robeston Wathen and Haverfordwest. He tailgated vehicles, swerved across the road while attempting overtakes, changed his clothes at the wheel, and nearly collided head-on with an oncoming tractor. He crashed his Audi A3 into stationary traffic near Haverfordwest Golf Club, shunting multiple cars. Post-crash, he fought with another driver and claimed distraction by a phone call. Roadside tests were positive for cocaine and cannabis; blood tests showed levels almost five times over for benzoylecgonine, over twice for Valium, and above cannabis limit.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving and three counts of driving with drugs over the legal limit. Judge noted 'breathtaking arrogance' but suspended sentence due to family support, counselling, and character references. Prior careless driving offence three days earlier resulted in 9 points on licence.

30 Dec 2025

Lee Bromfield

Affray, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, drink-driving *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 18-month driving ban

On September 13, 2025, Lee Bromfield, 38, of Glasbrook Place, Ravenhill, Swansea, returned to his former family home under the influence of alcohol and cocaine after an earlier argument. He poured petrol over the back door, garden, and outdoor hot tub from a jerry can and attempted to ignite it with a cigarette lighter but failed. When his ex-partner went outside to calm him, he headbutted her multiple times in the face in a nearby lane, causing a black eye. She fled inside with their son. Police arrested him; breathalyser showed 62mg alcohol per 100ml breath (limit 35mg). He admitted driving after consuming three bottles of vodka and a bottle of wine. Initially charged with attempted arson, but no evidence offered; pleaded guilty to remaining charges. Victim stated she was deeply traumatised.

Pleaded guilty to affray, assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH), and drink-driving. Ordered to complete a drug rehabilitation course, an accredited programme, and a rehabilitation course. Subject to a 5-year restraining order banning contact with ex-partner. Prior convictions for eight offences, last in 2016 for shoplifting. Judge noted unforgivable assault on woman.

30 Dec 2025

Lee Walsh

Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

On 14 November 2025, police executed a search warrant at Lee Walsh's flat in Aberystwyth. Officers found £850 cash on the bed, a silver knuckleduster, five mobile phones, a large kitchen knife under the bed, a bag of white powder, scales with white powder residue, and a bank card with white powder. Walsh was found with a small bag of cannabis and £160 cash. He was involved in dealing cocaine with intent to supply.

Admitted possession of cocaine with intent to supply and possessing criminal property. Difficult childhood mentioned in mitigation. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence.

29 Dec 2025

Macauley Ruddock

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 13 years and 176 days

Jason Dix and Macauley Ruddock murdered festival worker Andrew Main, 33, outside a Swansea city centre hotel on July 17, 2024, by repeatedly punching him in the head while he lay unconscious on the pavement, causing catastrophic brain injuries and death four weeks later. The assault followed an alcohol and cocaine-fueled altercation at a bar.

Convicted of murder after trial. Claimed self-defence but found guilty of two-on-one assault.

29 Dec 2025

Karolina Zurawska

Manslaughter *

Sentence

indefinite hospital order

Karolina Zurawska killed her six-year-old son Alexander Zurawski by inflicting a deep cut to his neck with a blade or hand saw at their home in Gendros estate, Swansea, influenced by voices in her head from paranoid schizophrenia. Alexander, who had a brain tumour and long-term issues, was found in a pool of blood and died despite life support.

Pleaded guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility due to paranoid schizophrenia and medical episode. Suffered profound mental illness and heard voices.

29 Dec 2025

Kurtis Ball

Racially-aggravated disorderly behaviour *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment

On September 5, 2025, Kurtis Ball, a 24-year-old council worker, entered a Nisa shop opposite Swansea's High Street station and directed a series of vile racial slurs at people, telling them to 'go back to your f****** country' and 'f****** get back on the boats'. He shouted 'Wales!' and 'F*** the f****** mosques'. When a woman intervened, he subjected her to abusive sexual language, calling her a 'slag'. Ball appeared highly intoxicated, stumbling and slurring his speech outside the railway station, wearing his council uniform. He continued using racist terms towards people at the station, resisted arrest, and threatened and assaulted a police officer by kicking him in the leg while in custody. This offending occurred while Ball was subject to a suspended sentence for a prior affray at the Eli Jenkins pub.

Pleaded guilty to racially-aggravated disorderly behaviour with intent to cause harassment, alarm, or distress and assaulting a constable. Breached prior suspended sentence. One-third discount for guilty pleas. Will serve no more than half in custody before release on licence.

29 Dec 2025

Jason Dix

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 13 years and 176 days

Convicted of murder after trial. Claimed self-defence but found guilty of two-on-one assault.

29 Dec 2025

Jason Thomas

Manslaughter *

Sentence

2.5 years imprisonment

Jason Thomas fatally punched 22-year-old Liam Morgan-Whittle in the jaw and head during an argument over punch tolerance at a friend's flat in Robinson Street, Llanelli, early on March 25, 2023, after drinking and taking cocaine. The blows lifted the victim off his feet, causing fatal injuries as he hit the wall.

Admitted manslaughter. Feigned innocence during arrest, denying knowledge of the victim despite prior acquaintance.

29 Dec 2025

Christopher Cooper

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 16 years

Christopher Cooper murdered Kelvin Evans, 64, outside The Station Hotel in Gorseinon on May 26, 2024, by delivering a single powerful blow from behind, sending him crashing to the floor and causing grave injuries leading to death a month later. Cooper boasted about the punch and fled the scene with his partner.

Convicted of murder after denying it and claiming self-defence. Shouted abuse at judge during sentencing. Partner Tracy Francis convicted separately of assisting an offender.

29 Dec 2025

Nerys Lloyd

Gross Negligence Manslaughter *

Sentence

10 years and 6 months imprisonment

Former police officer Nerys Lloyd organised a stand-up paddleboarding tour on the River Cleddau in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, in October 2021, despite extremely hazardous conditions, failing to warn about a weir. Four participants—Paul O'Dwyer, 42, Andrea Powell, 41, Morgan Rogers, 24, and Nicola Wheatley, 40—drowned after being swept over and trapped.

Pleaded guilty to four counts of gross negligence manslaughter and one under Health and Safety at Work Act. Organised tour despite hazardous conditions and weather warnings.

29 Dec 2025

Olivia Lewis

Affray *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 180 hours unpaid work, rehabilitation course, mental health treatment requirement

On February 10, 2024, at 4.25am outside the NCP car park in The Kingsway, Swansea city centre, Olivia Lewis and Patrick McGinn attacked a lone male. Lewis pushed the victim to the ground, then joined McGinn in punching and kicking him to the head and stamping on his groin multiple times before walking away. The victim was taken to Morriston Hospital for a check-up but declined to provide details of injuries.

Pleaded guilty to affray. No previous convictions. Judge noted her actions should be to her eternal shame and she came close to immediate custody.

29 Dec 2025

Patrick Mcginn

Affray and Unlawful Wounding *

Sentence

51 months imprisonment

On February 10, 2024, at 4.25am outside the NCP car park in The Kingsway, Swansea, Patrick McGinn and Olivia Lewis attacked a lone male by punching and kicking him to the head and stamping on his groin. On May 24, 2025, while on bail, McGinn assaulted another man at a flat in Matthew Street, Dyfatty, Swansea, by delivering heavy blows to the head with an object after smoking crack cocaine together, leaving the victim bleeding heavily and fleeing the scene.

Pleaded guilty to affray (13 months) and unlawful wounding (38 months, consecutive). 42 previous convictions for 90 offences. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Judge described the affray as a disgraceful incident and noted the subsequent serious assault with a weapon.

29 Dec 2025

Richard Jones

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment with minimum 20 years

Richard Jones murdered his son's girlfriend Sophie Evans, 30, in her home in Bigyn Road, Llanelli, on July 5, 2024, by subjecting her to a sustained and brutal beating before strangling her to death. He placed keys on her naked body and casually continued his day, later admitting to 'erasing' the problem to his ex-partner.

Claimed not to remember the events. Maintained innocence during trial at Swansea Crown Court.

29 Dec 2025

Samantha Turner

Shoplifting *

Sentence

7 months imprisonment

On October 16, 2025, Samantha Turner assisted in a robbery at the Nisa shop at the Texaco garage on Llangyfelach Road in Treboeth, Swansea, by holding the door open while her accomplice stole items and assaulted the shopkeeper. The following day, she was arrested on a street in the Manselton area of Swansea and found carrying a knife with a retractable blade.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a knife and shoplifting. Previous convictions for simple possession of drugs and shoplifting. Engaging with drug rehabilitation agencies and hopes to find work in customer services upon release. Eligible for release after serving half the sentence on licence.

26 Dec 2025

Daniel Russell Niewiadomski

Robbery *

Sentence

45 months imprisonment

On October 16, 2025, Daniel Russell Niewiadomski entered the Nisa shop at the Texaco garage on Llangyfelach Road in Treboeth, Swansea, and began concealing food and drink items worth less than £15 inside his jacket. His accomplice held the door open. When challenged by the shopkeeper, Niewiadomski brandished a wine bottle, claimed to have a knife, took the shopkeeper to the floor, and struck him several times in the face. He threatened to return and kill the employee before fleeing. Police arrested him the next day hiding in an attic in Port Tennant, where he refused to descend until finishing smoking his crack pipe. He was also carrying a knife.

Pleaded guilty to robbery and two unrelated counts of shoplifting. Offending committed to fund drug habit. Previous convictions for shoplifting, perverting the course of justice, handling stolen goods, heroin dealing, dangerous driving, and burglaries. Last conviction in March 2025 for eight shoplifting offences resulting in six months imprisonment. Eligible for release after serving half the sentence on licence.

26 Dec 2025

Kaelum Lane

Dangerous driving and possession of cocaine, cannabis and ketamine with intent to supply *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

On April 6, 2025, Kaelum Lane, aged 27, lost control of his Seat Leon car while speeding on the A4242 old Neath Valley road, crashing off the road between horse riders and cyclists, ending up on its roof after hitting an embankment and wall. He tested positive for cocaine roadside but refused a blood sample at Morriston Hospital. Tyres were below legal tread limit. Later, in November 2025, during a Swansea Bay drug dealing investigation, police searched his home in Clyne, Neath Valley, finding white powder and pink tablets on him, and £85 cash. At his rented unit in SA1 Business Park, Swansea, they found 192 ecstasy pills, 270g ketamine, 121g cocaine, cannabis, packaging, and a black metal handgun. Phone messages showed significant involvement in drug supply, including a video of cocaine he called 'my work'. He claimed no knowledge of unit contents and was prescribed cannabis.

Pleaded guilty. One-third discount applied. Comprising 1 year for dangerous driving and 4 years for drug offences, to run consecutively. Disqualified from driving for 4.5 years and must pass extended test. Has 26 previous convictions including eight for driving while disqualified.

26 Dec 2025

Maddox Vaughan

Possession of cannabis with intent to supply *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months

On February 15, 2024, Maddox Vaughan drove the Ford Fiesta getaway car in a cannabis dealing operation from a safehouse on St Helen's Avenue in Swansea. Three men in balaclavas loaded boxes and a laundry bag into the car before speeding off. Police boxed in the car an hour later on Walter Road. Vaughan claimed he was just giving mates a lift. Additional cannabis found in the car.

Pleaded guilty. Previous conviction for drug-driving. Ordered to complete rehabilitation course and unpaid work. Now employed in vehicle repair.

24 Dec 2025

Leon Ley

Breaches of serious crime prevention order *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment

Leon Ley, a former grave digger turned drug dealer and member of an organised crime group, was involved in trafficking hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of cocaine from London to south Wales. The conspiracy was uncovered after a targeted robbery of a van at traffic lights in Swansea, which had just delivered three kilos of cocaine and collected £100,000 in payment. Police disrupted the £2m operation in 2021, leading to Ley's initial sentencing. After release on licence, he breached his serious crime prevention order by not residing at the declared Swansea address, driving a Ford Tourneo van leased by his grandmother and a VW T-Roc Motability vehicle without declaration, and having a banking app on his phone in his partner's name for day-to-day use. He was arrested, gave a prepared statement admitting the breaches, and answered no comment to questions.

Pleaded guilty to four breaches of a serious crime prevention order. Breaches included not living at declared address, driving undeclared vehicles, and possessing a bank card not in his own name. Recalled to prison until December 2031 to serve remainder of 2021 drug-dealing sentence. Defence stated breaches not in furtherance of criminality but admitted being cavalier at times.

24 Dec 2025

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