Swansea Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 540 verdicts at Swansea Crown Court (Swansea). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

February 2026 18 cases

Nathan Bantick

Assault *

Sentence

imprisonment

Nathan Bantick once attacked two massage parlour workers who were unhappy at their work by punching them while wearing a Santa hat, claiming he hadn't had his full half hour; he has now targeted a teenager and is imprisoned again.

Wore a Santa hat as he punched two women at a massage parlour, claiming he hadn't had his full half hour; now behind bars again after targeting a teenager.

18 Feb 2026

Dean Mayze

Grievous Bodily Harm *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

On December 10, 2022, at the Hafan y Coed Centre in Abercraf, which he operated, Dean Mayze threw a corrosive chemical from a blue container at guest Kiefer Price after Price kicked down a locked shed door to retrieve his bikes due to dissatisfaction with his uninhabitable room lacking proper bathing facilities and heating. The liquid hit Price's face, nose, and eyes, causing chemical injuries including corneal defects and abrasions, requiring intensive treatment to prevent permanent eyesight loss. Mayze fled the UK, evading arrest for nearly three years, travelling through France, Italy, Croatia, Greece, and was eventually extradited from Romania in July 2025.

Pleaded guilty to inflicting grievous bodily harm. Has four previous convictions, including a relevant wounding offence in 2013. Judge described it as a 'particularly wicked way' of inciting violence. Restraining order for three years preventing approach to victim.

18 Feb 2026

Darren Steel

Murder *

Sentence

life in prison

Darren Steel repeatedly punched his brother Martin in the face and smashed his voice box in the victim's own home, then left him to die. Moments later, when caught by police, he appeared shocked and then appeared to apologise.

Subjected his older brother Martin to a horrific beating then left him to die.

18 Feb 2026

Jack Haynes

Supply of cocaine *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Jack Haynes, 23, of Brynhyfryd Street, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, was involved in supplying cocaine and running a separate cannabis-dealing operation. Identified from messages on a seized phone during a police drugs investigation in Swansea. His home was searched in November, revealing 21g of cannabis, weighing scales, cannabis edibles, and £350 in cash. Messages showed his coordination of deliveries handled by co-defendant Liam Davies and supply to another dealer, Oliver Nancarrow. Began as a recreational user but escalated due to increasing debts following the death of a close friend.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, being concerned in the supply of cannabis, possession of cocaine with intent to supply, simple possession of cannabis, and possession of criminal property (cash). One previous unrelated conviction from 2017. Character references including from a sitting MP. Drug use escalated after death of a close friend leading to debts and dealing.

13 Feb 2026

Martin O'brien

Aggravated vehicle taking *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment

On June 11, 2025, in Harlow, Essex, Martin O'Brien was found lying in the middle of the road, appearing under the influence of drink or drugs. A Good Samaritan stopped to help and called 999, but O'Brien entered the driver's seat, started the car, and drove away despite attempts to stop him. The car was found damaged two miles away with O'Brien inside. He was arrested, refused to provide a specimen for analysis, and claimed no memory of the events, suggesting a possible heart attack. Bailed to Chelmsford court but failed to appear. On November 5, 2025, in Sandfields, Port Talbot, police responded to a disturbance; O'Brien fled, was chased, struggled aggressively with officers, and was found carrying a Stanley-type knife, which he claimed was for cutting carpets and lino.

Pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicle taking, failing to provide a sample for analysis, and possession of a bladed article. Has 32 previous convictions for 86 offences including robbery and aggravated vehicle taking. Ordered to pay £550 in compensation to the car owner. Will serve up to half in prison before release on licence.

13 Feb 2026

Liam Davies

Supply of cocaine *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Liam Davies, 22, of Pentregethin Road, Gendros, Swansea, was responsible for making deliveries in a cocaine-dealing operation run by co-defendant Jack Haynes. Identified as 'Davo' in messages from a seized phone. Police search of his home found 43g of cocaine in a garden shed, £515 in cash and cannabis in a bedroom. He was arrested at work carrying £880 in cash. Began as a recreational cocaine user but debts increased with use, leading to involvement in supply.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, simple possession of cannabis, and possession of criminal property (cash). No previous convictions. Started recreational drug use at age 14, escalating to cocaine and debts. Worked as a scaffolder with employment still available post-release. Wants to change and put this behind him.

13 Feb 2026

Richard Knight

Child abduction *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

On April 11, 2022, Richard Knight, 73, of Pendine, Carmarthenshire, abducted a vulnerable 15-year-old schoolgirl from her home without parental permission, drove her to his house in his car, and provided her with various controlled drugs, some hidden in fruit pastel sweets which he purchased from a local Spar shop as shown on CCTV. The girl contacted her mother in distress during the night, leading to police intervention. Officers found a cannabis-growing operation worth £6,000 to £20,000 and seized six types of Class A drugs. Examination of his devices revealed over 1,000 unlawful images, including 122 Category A child sexual abuse images. Knight was arrested on suspicion of drink driving, possession of cannabis with intent to supply, and supplying cannabis to the victim.

Pleaded guilty to 12 offences including child abduction, possession of and making indecent images of children, and being concerned in the supply of controlled drugs. Discounts applied for guilty pleas.

12 Feb 2026

Robert Lewis

Attempted theft *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, rehabilitation course, £500 compensation

Robert Lewis, along with David Hanford and Ryan John, was involved in attempting to remove railway tracks from the mothballed line in Clyne, Neath Valley. Incidents occurred on October 3, 2022, and in September 2023. They cut tracks into lengths for scrap, believing the line abandoned, causing £46,000 damage to Network Rail.

Pleaded guilty to one count of attempted theft related to the 2023 incident. 33 previous convictions for 98 offences of some age, including 57 dishonesty offences. 10% discount for guilty plea. Recent decline in mental and physical health.

12 Feb 2026

Ryan John

Attempted theft *

Sentence

4.5 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, rehabilitation course, 40 hours unpaid work, £500 compensation

Ryan John, with David Hanford and Robert Lewis, attempted to steal sections of railway track from the mothballed freight line in Clyne, Neath Valley. On October 3, 2022, and again in September 2023, they were found cutting and loading tracks into vans for scrap sale, resulting in nearly £46,000 damage to Network Rail.

Pleaded guilty to one count of attempted theft related to the 2023 incident. No previous convictions. 10% discount for guilty plea. Unrepresented in court.

12 Feb 2026

David Hanford

Attempted theft *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment suspended for 2 years, rehabilitation course, £500 compensation

David Hanford, along with Ryan John and Robert Lewis, was caught attempting to steal railway tracks from a mothballed freight line in Clyne, Neath Valley. On October 3, 2022, locals heard metal cutting sounds and saw men cutting tracks into two-metre lengths. Police found approximately 100 metres cut and 150 metres marked for cutting. The men claimed the line was abandoned. They returned on September 2023, leading to their arrest. The damage cost Network Rail nearly £46,000 due to incompatible track standards.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted theft. 13 previous convictions for 20 offences including sexual offences, obtaining property by deception, burglary, and handling stolen goods. 10% discount for guilty plea.

12 Feb 2026

Adrian Sine

Attempting to engage in sexual communications with a child *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

Between March 19 and March 25, 2025, Adrian Sine, while an inpatient in hospital recovering from heart surgery, sent sexually explicit messages to three decoy social media profiles operated by adults in a paedophile hunter group, purporting to be girls aged 13 and 14. He discussed sexual matters including the size of his penis, offered to be their 'daddy' for sex, asked intimate questions, requested pictures, suggested meeting up after discharge, and instructed them to keep the chats secret. The group obtained his address via a fake profile and passed details to police, leading to his arrest.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of attempting to engage in sexual communications with a child. Sentences to run concurrently. Subject to a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and registered sex offender for 10 years. Judge noted the risk cannot be managed in the community and concluded defendant has a deep-rooted sexual interest in young teenage girls.

12 Feb 2026

Daniel D'auria

Affray *

Sentence

34 weeks imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Daniel D'Auria, aged 26, of Armine Road, Fforestfach, Swansea, along with Kai Durso, was ejected from the Whitez snooker club in Uplands, Swansea, due to a disturbance in the early hours of November 17, 2024. Outside the club, they waited and then approached two males leaving the venue, repeatedly punching and kicking them, including while they lay defenceless on the pavement, leaving both victims motionless and possibly unconscious. The defendants then remonstrated with members of the public before walking off. Police located and arrested them on nearby Bryn-y-Mor Road. Both answered 'no comment' in interviews. The victims did not assist the police, and no medical evidence of injuries was available. Defence noted something must have occurred inside the club prior to the incident.

Pleaded guilty to affray. Two previous convictions for three offences, including a public order matter in 2022. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation course and abide by a 90-day alcohol abstinence monitoring requirement. Judge described the events as 'appalling' public violence.

11 Feb 2026

Kai Durso

Affray *

Sentence

16 weeks imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Kai Durso, aged 22, of Carmarthen Road, Gendros, Swansea, along with Daniel D'Auria, was ejected from the Whitez snooker club in Uplands, Swansea, due to a disturbance in the early hours of November 17, 2024. Outside the club, they waited and then approached two males leaving the venue, repeatedly punching and kicking them, including while they lay defenceless on the pavement, leaving both victims motionless and possibly unconscious. The defendants then remonstrated with members of the public before walking off. Police located and arrested them on nearby Bryn-y-Mor Road. Both answered 'no comment' in interviews. The victims did not assist the police, and no medical evidence of injuries was available. Durso claimed he was the victim of an earlier incident inside the club, leading to the 'red mist descending' when he saw one of the males involved.

Pleaded guilty to affray. No previous convictions. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation course. Judge described the events as 'appalling' public violence.

11 Feb 2026

Simon Benjamin Morgan

Rape *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment followed by 4-year extended licence

In 2015, Simon Benjamin Morgan strangled and kicked a woman to the floor, took her phone, and raped her in Neath. The attack was not reported at the time and came to light almost a decade later after another victim reported a similar 2021 rape. The victim suffered recurring nightmares and loss of sense of safety and control. Morgan has 10 previous convictions including assaults and a prior rape.

Sentenced as a dangerous offender following conviction at trial for rape. Maintains innocence. Prior 14-year sentence for another rape and assaults to run consecutively. Pre-sentence report noted childhood trauma, business ownership, current studies in prison, father-of-two, and Buddhist faith. Judge found significant risk of serious harm by further offending.

10 Feb 2026

Richard Clement

Inflicting grievous bodily harm *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

On January 8, 2025, Richard Clement, aged 37, of Gladys Street, Port Talbot, approached the victim who was standing alone at the bar in Jimmy's Bar, Station Road, Port Talbot, and delivered one forceful, unprovoked blow to the head. The victim crashed to the ground, was rendered unconscious, and suffered a bleed on the brain, fractured nose, cheek, and eye socket, along with facial bruising and swelling. He was treated at Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend after initial visits to other facilities. The victim has no memory of the assault but was informed of the assailant's identity by bar patrons. His nose was permanently deformed, leading to reluctance to leave the house except for work or visits to his mother by taxi, and he awaits further nasal surgery. Clement was identified and charged on December 11, 2025, shortly before his release from a prior sentence. He has a history of substance misuse following his father's death and prior convictions including ABH, GBH, common assault, and drug offences.

One-quarter discount for guilty plea. Subject to a 10-year restraining order banning contact with the victim. Judge warned of dangers of 'one punch' incidents and alcohol consumption.

4 Feb 2026

William John

Attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment suspended for 12 months

In October 2021, William John made contact via Facebook with a decoy profile purporting to be a 13-year-old girl operated by the group Fleetwood Enforcers UK. Despite the girl's age being clear, he sent sexual messages describing masturbation, requesting photos, stating his arousal, and sending topless pictures of himself. He urged deletion of messages acknowledging her youth. A second fake profile arranged a meeting at a Travelodge in St Clears, Carmarthenshire, where he was confronted by paedophile hunters who alerted police. He was arrested and initially answered 'no comment'; in a later interview in February 2023, he claimed disbelief in the decoy's authenticity to catch scammers.

Pleaded guilty. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation course. Registered sex offender for 10 years. Subject to a sexual harm prevention order for 10 years. No previous convictions. Chronic ill-health noted.

3 Feb 2026

Christopher Spelman

Failing to comply with sex offender notification requirements *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment

Christopher Spelman, a registered sex offender, was released from prison in Dorset on July 4, 2025, but refused to register his address with police as required, stating his intention to live 'off grid' in a tent. He remained at large for six months, travelling around the UK on public transport and staying in campsites, prompting a manhunt including public appeals and an appearance on Crimewatch. He has links to areas including Merseyside, Manchester, Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Hampshire, and Wiltshire. Spelman surrendered himself at Haverfordwest police station on January 3, 2026, and was arrested. This breach follows a previous similar failure after his 2016 release from a 2014 seven-year sentence for 12 counts of sexually assaulting a girl under 14, during which he was at large for five years.

Pleaded guilty to failing to comply with the notification requirements of the sex offenders registration scheme. One-third discount applied for guilty plea. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Judge warned that future breaches would result in longer sentences.

3 Feb 2026

Callum James

Unlawful wounding *

Sentence

18 months detention in a young offenders institution, suspended for 18 months; 250 hours unpaid work; rehabilitation course; mental health treatment requirement

On May 25, 2025, Callum James, a 20-year-old boxing coach from Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, assaulted his best friend at a cinema in Haverfordwest. The incident began when the victim stepped out to speak on the phone to his girlfriend, and James followed. Words were exchanged, the victim struck James first, but James then removed his arm from a sling, ran at the victim, punched and kicked him to the floor, stamped on him, and placed him in a choke hold while threatening to kill him. James boasted to police about the attack. The victim suffered bruising, swelling, a wound near his eye, memory loss, and ongoing psychological trauma, including rarely leaving his flat.

Pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding. No previous convictions. Restraining order for 5 years banning contact with victim. Judge noted the assault followed a 'piffling argument' about a girlfriend and emphasized that the violence had nothing to do with boxing.

2 Feb 2026

January 2026 32 cases

Barrie Iylett

Being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Barrie Iylett, aged 58, of Rosedale Avenue, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, was part of an organised crime group that recruited vulnerable drug users from Hertfordshire to Swansea to supply Class A drugs including heroin and crack cocaine via a county lines network. On September 12, 2025, plain clothes officers observed a drugs exchange on Inkerman Street in St Thomas, Swansea, involving occupants of a BMW car. After stopping the car, police found a wrap of heroin under the driver's seat and seized phones showing evidence of the drugs line and restock trips between Swansea and Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. The group used a house in North Hill and Airbnb properties in Swansea and Mumbles. Iylett answered no comment in interview. He had worked as a plasterer until early 2025 when addiction worsened.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. Vulnerable drug user recruited into county lines operation with 15-year addiction to heroin and cocaine. Previous convictions for 12 offences including robbery, violence, possession of drugs with intent to supply, dishonesty, and possession of a firearm. Judge accepted driven by drug addiction. One quarter discount for guilty plea. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Plans to move to Clacton upon release.

28 Jan 2026

Joseph Bilclough

Being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Joseph Bilclough, aged 46, of The Causeway, Bishops Stortford, was part of an organised crime group that recruited vulnerable drug users from Hertfordshire to Swansea to supply Class A drugs including heroin and crack cocaine via a county lines network. On September 12, 2025, plain clothes officers observed a drugs exchange on Inkerman Street in St Thomas, Swansea, involving occupants of a BMW car. After stopping the car, police found a wrap of heroin under the driver's seat and seized phones showing evidence of the drugs line and restock trips between Swansea and Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. The group used a house in North Hill and Airbnb properties in Swansea and Mumbles. Bilclough answered no comment in interview.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. Vulnerable drug user recruited into county lines operation. Previous convictions for 23 offences including harassment, public disorder, violence, and possession of drugs. Judge accepted driven by drug addiction. One quarter discount for guilty plea. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Now drug-free after 30 years of use while on remand.

28 Jan 2026

Finlay Price-Smallman

Being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs *

Sentence

31 months imprisonment

Finlay Price-Smallman, aged 24, of no fixed abode, was part of an organised crime group that recruited vulnerable drug users from Hertfordshire to Swansea to supply Class A drugs including heroin and crack cocaine via a county lines network. On September 12, 2025, plain clothes officers observed a drugs exchange on Inkerman Street in St Thomas, Swansea, involving occupants of a BMW car. After stopping the car, police found a wrap of heroin under the driver's seat and seized phones showing evidence of the drugs line and restock trips between Swansea and Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. The group used a house in North Hill and Airbnb properties in Swansea and Mumbles. Price-Smallman answered no comment in interview.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. Vulnerable drug user recruited into county lines operation. Previous convictions for 24 offences including robbery and possession of drugs. Judge accepted driven by drug addiction. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence.

28 Jan 2026

Sean Brendan Doyle

Supply of crack cocaine and diazepam *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Sean Brendan Doyle, aged 36, of Clas y Bedw, Waunarlwydd, Swansea, was involved in supplying diazepam (street Valium) and crack cocaine. On August 29, 2024, police searched his home and car, finding 1,535 Class C tablets (mostly diazepam worth up to £1,690), 2.1g of cocaine, and four mobile phones with dealing messages. Messages showed he supplied diazepam in £15-£20 deals over 12 months, boasted of selling the best in Swansea for 15 years, and planned bulk sales of 10 boxes weekly. He had used Class C drugs since early age due to tragic events, spiralling to Class A in 2023 after a friend's suicide, but is now drug-free due to his new partner.

Pleaded guilty. Sentence comprises 3 years for possession of crack cocaine with intent to supply and 1 year for Class C offences, concurrent. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Seven prior convictions including supplying Class C drugs.

28 Jan 2026

Lewis Wood

Burglary *

Sentence

5 years and 3 months imprisonment

On November 26, 2025, in the early hours, Lewis Wood wandered the streets of Baglan, trying front doors on Elmwood Road, Maes Rhyden, Lodge Drive, and Glan Hafryn, attempting a dozen doors and briefly entering two properties. He entered a house on Church Road, stealing car keys from the kitchen table and taking the daughter's car parked outside. The spree was captured on CCTV, leading to his identification and arrest. The stolen car was found outside his house in Bristol Street, Newport. He claimed he was a car thief, not a burglar, seeking keys to drive home. Separately, in August 2025, at Cedar Tree Farm restaurant in Cardiff Bay, he assaulted staff by lunging at one and spitting in the faces of two others after being asked to leave.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of burglary, 10 counts of attempted burglary, theft of a motor vehicle, and driving while disqualified. Also pleaded guilty to three unrelated counts of assault by beating. Has 22 previous convictions for 78 offences. One-third discount applied for guilty pleas. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Recalled to prison as he was on licence at the time.

27 Jan 2026

Leo Stanley Rees

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine, cannabis and ketamine *

Sentence

18 months detention in a young offenders institution, suspended for 18 months, plus 100 hours unpaid work and rehabilitation course

Leo Rees, aged 16 at the time, was recruited by Ahmed Raza to act as a runner in the 'JJ line' drug dealing operation in Swansea, involving cocaine, cannabis and ketamine. In July 2024, police found 47 cocaine deals, 20g of ketamine and cannabis in his bedroom after his parents reported concerns. Phone evidence showed Raza instructing him, and Rees admitted getting a 'buzz' from the activity. He was under pressure and possibly manipulated by Raza.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, cannabis and ketamine, and possession of cocaine and ketamine with intent to supply. Previous conviction for robbery in 2024. Positive modern slavery assessment under National Referral Mechanism. Discounts for guilty pleas. Judge noted influence of older co-defendant and troubled background including anger issues and ADHD.

27 Jan 2026

Gareth Nicholas

Stalking *

Sentence

20 weeks imprisonment

Gareth Nicholas, a former soldier, sent a threatening Facebook message to a South Wales Police officer who had arrested him in May 2023 on behalf of Scottish police, accusing the officer of corruption and abduction. The message included threats and was signed off with a warning. Three days later, Nicholas delivered a handwritten letter with similar allegations and an offer to cease action if the officer helped expose police corruption to the officer's former family home address in Swansea. Nicholas was arrested on September 3, 2025, and admitted sending the message but denied stalking. The officer expressed concern over the personal nature of the contact, leading to enhanced home security measures and safety plans for his family. Judge Huw Rees noted Nicholas's grievance and fixation with the criminal justice system, thanked him for his military service, but emphasized not to repeat the offense.

Pleaded guilty to stalking. 20% discount applied for guilty plea. Previous convictions in Scotland for malicious communications, stalking, threatening behaviour, abusive behaviour, domestic abuse offences, and possession of ammunition without a licence. Made subject to a five-year restraining order prohibiting contact with the police officer.

27 Jan 2026

Ahmed Raza

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine, cannabis and ketamine *

Sentence

28 months in a young offenders institution

Ahmed Raza, aged 18 at the time, set up and ran a substantial drug dealing operation known as the 'JJ line' in Swansea, supplying cocaine, cannabis and ketamine. He recruited 16-year-old Leo Rees as a runner, instructing him via messages and criticising his performance. The operation involved bulk text messages to users and contacts via Facebook and Instagram. Police investigated after finding messages on a drug user's phone in July 2024, leading to the discovery of evidence linking Raza to the line.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, cannabis and ketamine. Three previous convictions for seven offences. One quarter discount for guilty plea. Will serve no more than half in custody before release on licence.

27 Jan 2026

Isaac Morris

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

48 months imprisonment

Isaac Morris, aged 26 from Carmarthen Road, Fforestfach, Swansea, was riding a Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle at 55mph in a 30mph zone on Victoria Road in Swansea city centre around 9.30pm on May 19, 2023, when he struck a 20-year-old pedestrian crossing the road after finishing work at the Premier Inn. The victim was thrown 40 yards, sustaining fractured shoulder blade, wounds to chin, tongue and cheek, fractured eyeball, brain bleed, and required amputation of his right leg after nearly a month in hospital. Morris was leading a convoy of seven motorcyclists from Mumbles to Swansea; his bike had faulty brake pads that would fail MOT. He also pleaded guilty to four separate dangerous driving offences in Swansea area in April-May 2023, including riding at 100mph in a 30mph zone.

Pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by dangerous driving and four counts of dangerous driving. Disqualified from driving for 84 months and must pass extended driving test. Judge accepted genuine remorse.

26 Jan 2026

Andrew Hancock

Burglary *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

On December 11, 2025, at around 4am, Andrew Hancock broke into a house on Glantawe Street in Morriston, Swansea, while under the influence of a large amount of street Valium. The couple occupying the house were woken by noises and discovered him in their living room. He claimed the property was abandoned and was stumbling and slurring his words. He left after being confronted but stole Lego, a pack of chocolate bars, a box of latex gloves, and a jacket. The jacket was later found abandoned outside. Hancock was arrested nearby on Bath Road carrying a screwdriver, pliers, a torch, and two sets of nail scissors. The burglary exacerbated the victim's anxiety and PTSD, causing flashbacks, sleep issues, and a desire to move house due to loss of their 'safe space'.

Pleaded guilty to burglary and possession of a bladed article. One-quarter discount applied for guilty pleas. Judge noted he was a 'persistently dishonest man' with over 200 previous offences. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence.

25 Jan 2026

Luke Pearce

Attempting to engage in sexual communications with a child *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, rehabilitation course, mental health treatment requirement, 3-month nightly curfew

Between August 12 and 22, 2024, Luke Pearce engaged in online conversations with a decoy profile purporting to be a 14-year-old girl from Cardiff. He complimented her as 'cute' and 'cheeky', requested 'rude' selfies and pictures in underwear or bikini, and sent a topless photo of himself. On August 22, 2024, he was arrested in Swansea after members of the online group Dank Dragon contacted police. Pearce claimed he believed the profile was fake and he was trying to trap paedophiles, a claim dismissed by the judge as 'complete and utter nonsense'.

Pleaded guilty on first day of trial. No previous convictions. Ordered to register as sex offender for 10 years and subject to sexual harm prevention order for 10 years. Judge warned of imprisonment if requirements breached.

25 Jan 2026

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

Darren Raymond Jones

Supply of cocaine, crack cocaine, Valium, cannabis, and amphetamine *

Sentence

3 years and 4 months imprisonment

Darren Raymond Jones, aged 44, of Phillip Street, Manselton, Swansea, was running a drug dealing operation selling a range of drugs including crack cocaine, Valium, cannabis, and amphetamine. On August 28, 2025, undercover police observed a suspected drug exchange involving an Audi TT parked outside the Swansea Foyer building. Jones was the passenger and was arrested along with the driver. A search of the vehicle found crack cocaine and a cannabis cigarette. A search of his house revealed quantities of cocaine, crack cocaine, amphetamine, and cannabis resin, along with weighing scales and snap-seal bags contaminated with drug residue. Examination of his phone showed numerous messages relating to drug sales over the previous eight months.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, crack cocaine, Valium, cannabis, and amphetamine, possession of cocaine and crack with intent to supply, and simple possession of cannabis and amphetamine. Has 20 previous convictions for 43 offences including five for simple possession of drugs. Was subject to a suspended sentence for a public order offence from June 2024.

24 Jan 2026

George Tatlow

Fraudulently obtaining benefits *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Over an eight-year period from 2015, George Tatlow failed to declare his true assets, including land near Llandeilo in Carmarthenshire, a property in Bulgaria, and other assets, when applying for pension credits, housing benefit, and council tax reduction. As a result, he received £39,821 in pension credits from the Department for Work and Pensions, £26,355 in housing benefit, and £4,363 in council tax reduction from Swansea Council, totaling £70,540 in wrongly-claimed benefits. He has repaid £1,083 so far. Tatlow denied the offences in interview, claiming it was an oversight. A proceeds of crime investigation will be launched into his finances; the Carmarthenshire land could be worth up to £160,000.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of fraudulently obtaining benefits. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation course. Judge noted the defendant should feel ashamed and expressed sadness in sentencing a man of his age. Has four previous convictions for seven offences, none related, last from 1999. One-third discount applied for guilty pleas.

24 Jan 2026

Joseph Bilcough

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Joseph Bilcough, 46, from Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, was detained after running from an AirBNB used as a base for the ‘Marlow’ county lines drug operation. He was part of a group travelling from England to supply heroin and crack cocaine in Swansea.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and heroin. Found carrying a mobile phone used to send bulk text messages advertising drugs, tied to the ‘Marlow’ line.

23 Jan 2026

Andrew Avraam

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment

Andrew Avraam, 23, was detained after running from an AirBNB in Swansea with bags of clothing during a police operation targeting the ‘Marlow’ county lines drug ring. He was part of the group supplying heroin and crack cocaine from England.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and heroin.

23 Jan 2026

Barry Iylett

Being concerned in the supply of cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Barry Iylett, 58, from Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, was spotted by plain-clothed officers from South Wales Police’s Organised Crime Team in the middle of a drug deal in the St. Thomas area of Swansea on 9 September 2025. He was linked to the ‘Marlow’ county lines drug network and was using an AirBNB as a base for supplying heroin and crack cocaine.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and heroin, and possessing heroin.

23 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

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

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

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

Zoe Graham

Animal welfare offences *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Zoe Graham and Lee Lock kept 29 dogs and puppies, 17 snakes, a tortoise, and a gecko in squalid, faeces-filled conditions at their home in Milford Haven. RSPCA inspectors visited on December 29, 2024, finding the property overwhelmed with animal waste, emaciated and sick animals, two dead French Bulldogs (one in a freezer infected with parasites, one in a shed with rectal tear from insertion of a blunt object), and overall unconscionable cruelty. The original intention was to provide a home for homeless animals, but conditions became unmanageable.

Pleaded guilty to animal welfare offences. Sentenced with one-quarter discount. Disqualified from keeping animals for 15 years. Described as remorseful; conditions deteriorated due to increasing number of animals including a litter of puppies.

19 Jan 2026

Zoe Louise Graham

Animal Welfare Act offences *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment and disqualified from keeping animals for 15 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. Additional offences for Graham involved failing to meet the needs of a Hermanns tortoise and leopard gecko.

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

Lee Peter Lock

Animal Welfare Act offences *

Sentence

27 months imprisonment and disqualified from keeping animals for 25 years

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

Christopher Phillips

Assault by penetration of a child under 13 *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with minimum term of 16 years

Christopher Phillips carried out brutal sexual and violent assaults on a 10-week-old baby, causing catastrophic injuries including a severe anal tear compared to being hit by a bus, multiple fractured ribs, brain bleeding, and bruising to the testicle. He hunted for a baby to abuse via Tinder, targeting the baby's vulnerable mother to gain access to the child. The assaults required the baby to be given morphine, and medical experts ruled out CPR as cause of rib fractures.

Denied the charges but found guilty by jury after trial. Judge described injuries as catastrophic and Phillips as a grave danger to children. Concurrent sentences of 5, 7, and 3 years for other offences. Indefinite sex offender registration and surcharge.

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

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