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Swansea Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 705 verdicts at Swansea Crown Court (Swansea). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

Swansea Crown Court
March 2026 16 cases
Joshua Hyett
Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *
Sentence
38 months imprisonment
On December 28, 2025, Joshua Hyett was involved in a minor collision between two BMW cars in Heol Gwyrosydd, Penlan area of Swansea, witnessed by police. Suspicious of his behaviour, officers searched his car and found seven boxes of diazepam (196 tablets) and cannabis. Hyett was in possession of three more boxes of diazepam, 7.2g of cocaine, and almost £600 in cash. His phone contained messages relating to drug supply over the previous six months. He refused a blood test for drugs.
Pleaded guilty. 20% discount applied for guilty pleas. Disqualified from driving for 31 months. Judge commented on his selfishness in taking drugs affecting innocent people.
13 Mar 2026
walesonline.co.uk
Daniel Blair
Intentional strangulation *
Sentence
2 years and 4 weeks imprisonment
Daniel Blair, a 37-year-old Birmingham City fan from Wharrad Close, Redditch, who has a drink problem, was heavily intoxicated prior to the Blues' Championship away match at Swansea City on January 17, 2026. He slapped a 16-year-old boy on the back of the head before grabbing him from behind in a chokehold, lifting him off his feet in front of the victim's family and other supporters. Upon arrest, police found three snap-seal bags of cocaine on him, and he offered to supply 20 bags to officers. He later urinated in his police cell. The attack had a severe psychological impact on the victim, affecting his appetite, sleep, education, and causing ongoing choking sensations and nervousness in public.
Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation, possessing cocaine and criminal damage. Banned for 3 years from attending regulated football matches and from being within 3 miles of St. Andrew's Stadium at match times. Has 16 previous offences including assaults, class A drug supply and public disorder. Deeply ashamed, influenced by alcohol problem.
12 Mar 2026
birminghammail.co.uk
Akter Husain Begum
Sexual Assault *
Sentence
10 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months, 250 hours unpaid work, rehabilitation course
On January 10, 2022, the 31-year-old defendant from Tydraw Street, Port Talbot, befriended a vulnerable woman with learning difficulties who had taken the wrong bus and missed the last train home. At a cafe table with a male associate, he gave her cigarettes and repeatedly asked for sex despite her refusals. When she stood up, he grabbed her, patted her bottom, kissed her neck and cheek, pinned her against a wall, and sexually assaulted her by putting his hands down her trousers and inside her knickers. The victim pushed him away, ran to a nearby house, and police were called. DNA evidence matched the defendant, who was arrested.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual assault. No previous convictions. 10% discount for guilty plea. Registered sex offender for 10 years. Restraining order for 5 years banning contact with victim.
12 Mar 2026
walesonline.co.uk
Zack Mason
Causing death by careless driving while over the legal limit of a specified drug *
Sentence
4 years imprisonment
On December 7, 2025, at around 5.30pm in Port Talbot, Zack Mason, an unaccompanied learner driver aged 20 at the time, pulled out of the car park of Blanco's hotel in his mother's Skoda Fabia and drove 25 metres along Water Street. He struck 85-year-old Noel Crowley, who was established on an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing and visible to drivers. Mr Crowley hit the windscreen, went onto the bonnet, and came to rest on the road three meters from impact. He sustained severe head injuries, rib and pelvis fractures, and died three days later in hospital. Mason's blood test showed 2.3mg of cannabis per 100ml of blood, exceeding the legal limit of 2mg. He had last consumed cannabis two days prior and admitted it was a stupid mistake to drive unaccompanied. His provisional licence was revoked in 2022 for driving without insurance.
Pleaded guilty to causing death by careless driving while over the legal limit of a specified drug, and to causing death while driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence. One-third discount for guilty pleas. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence. Banned from driving for 7 years and must pass extended test.
12 Mar 2026
walesonline.co.uk
Stacey May June Edwards
Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014 *
Sentence
Confiscation order of £129,873.41 (part of total), £2,000 fine, and £8,000 in costs (part of total)
Stacey May June Edwards, along with Peter John Edwards, Sian Eleri Thomas, and David Malcolm James Thomas, all of Sea Breeze, Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, engaged in unlicensed dog breeding from July 2020 to April 2025. The investigation started in April 2021 after Peter Edwards inquired about a breeding licence but withdrew the application. In March 2024, a complaint led to discovery of multiple puppy advertisements on Pets4Homes, Freeads, and Gumtree. Up to 25 dogs were kept at the property, with 16-19 females. Some defendants claimed joint ownership.
Pleaded guilty to offences under the Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014. Confiscation under Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
10 Mar 2026
cambrian-news.co.uk
Sian Eleri Thomas
Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014 *
Sentence
Confiscation order of £129,873.41 (part of total), £2,000 fine, and £8,000 in costs (part of total)
Sian Eleri Thomas, along with Stacey May June Edwards, Peter John Edwards, and David Malcolm James Thomas, all of Sea Breeze, Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, engaged in unlicensed dog breeding from July 2020 to April 2025. The investigation started in April 2021 after Peter Edwards inquired about a breeding licence but withdrew the application. In March 2024, a complaint led to discovery of multiple puppy advertisements on Pets4Homes, Freeads, and Gumtree. Up to 25 dogs were kept at the property, with 16-19 females. Some defendants claimed joint ownership.
Pleaded guilty to offences under the Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014. Confiscation under Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
10 Mar 2026
cambrian-news.co.uk
David Malcolm James Thomas
Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014 *
Sentence
Confiscation order of £129,873.41 (part of total), £2,000 fine, and £8,000 in costs (part of total)
David Malcolm James Thomas, along with Stacey May June Edwards, Peter John Edwards, and Sian Eleri Thomas, all of Sea Breeze, Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, engaged in unlicensed dog breeding from July 2020 to April 2025. The investigation started in April 2021 after Peter Edwards inquired about a breeding licence but withdrew the application. In March 2024, a complaint led to discovery of multiple puppy advertisements on Pets4Homes, Freeads, and Gumtree. Up to 25 dogs were kept at the property, with 16-19 females. Some defendants claimed joint ownership.
Pleaded guilty to offences under the Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014. Confiscation under Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
10 Mar 2026
cambrian-news.co.uk
Peter John Edwards
Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014 *
Sentence
Confiscation order of £129,873.41 (part of total), £2,000 fine, and £8,000 in costs (part of total)
Peter John Edwards, along with Stacey May June Edwards, Sian Eleri Thomas, and David Malcolm James Thomas, all of Sea Breeze, Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, engaged in unlicensed dog breeding from July 2020 to April 2025. The investigation started in April 2021 after Peter Edwards inquired about a breeding licence but withdrew the application. In March 2024, a complaint led to discovery of multiple puppy advertisements on Pets4Homes, Freeads, and Gumtree. Up to 25 dogs were kept at the property, with 16-19 females. Some defendants claimed joint ownership.
Pleaded guilty to offences under the Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014. Confiscation under Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
10 Mar 2026
cambrian-news.co.uk
Martin O’Reilly
Being concerned in the supply of cocaine *
Sentence
2 years imprisonment suspended for 18 months
Martin O’Reilly, 24, of Tyle Teg, Clydach, Swansea Valley, was involved in supplying cocaine over a 10-month period and cannabis over the preceding two weeks, as evidenced by messages on his seized phone. Police entered his rented Airbnb in Morriston on March 29, 2025, searching for an unrelated person, and discovered a phone and a small quantity of crack cocaine. O’Reilly arrived, let himself in, and was arrested. He provided a prepared statement denying involvement and answered no comment in interview. He has no previous convictions and is a father-of-two who has since found work as a plasterer.
Pleaded guilty. Ordered to complete a rehabilitation course and 250 hours of unpaid work. No separate penalty for possession. Judge noted it was a difficult decision and emphasized how close he came to immediate custody.
8 Mar 2026
walesupdates.uk
Daniel Joseph Blair
Intentional strangulation *
Sentence
2 years and 4 weeks imprisonment
On January 17, 2026, Daniel Joseph Blair, a 37-year-old Birmingham City supporter from Wharrad Close, Redditch, West Midlands, heavily intoxicated, slapped a 16-year-old boy on the back of the head and then seized him around the neck and throat in a chokehold from behind during a Championship fixture against Swansea City at Swansea.com Stadium, lifting the child off his feet. The boy's family and nearby supporters tried to free him, but Blair maintained the hold. Following arrest, he was found with three snap-seal bags of cocaine and behaved disruptively at Swansea Central police station, offering to supply cocaine and urinating in his cell. The assault caused severe psychological impact on the victim, affecting his nervousness, appetite, sleep, education, and attendance at football matches, with ongoing choking sensations.
Pleaded guilty to intentional strangulation, possession of cocaine, and criminal damage. One-third discount applied for guilty pleas. No separate penalty for cocaine possession. Subject to a three-year football banning order.
8 Mar 2026
walesupdates.uk
Martin O'reilly
Possession of cocaine with intent to supply *
Sentence
2 years imprisonment suspended for 18 months, with 250 hours unpaid work and a rehabilitation course
On March 29, 2025, police searched an Airbnb property in Morriston looking for another person and found a phone and crack cocaine. Martin O'Reilly arrived with a key and was arrested. His phone contained messages showing supply of cocaine over 10 months and cannabis over 2 weeks. He was sentenced on March 6, 2026, for possession of cocaine with intent to supply.
Pleaded guilty to breaching the suspended sentence. Judge Geraint Walters said he 'does not take court orders seriously' and was 'taking the Michael'. Deferred sentence on breach for 12 weeks to allow compliance.
6 Mar 2026
walesonline.co.uk
Jake Andrew Price
Breaching a restraining order *
Sentence
18 months imprisonment
Jake Andrew Price, 31, of Harvey Crescent, Sandfields, Port Talbot, carried out a campaign of harassment against two women following tumultuous relationships. For the first victim, after their relationship ended in November 2024, he repeatedly called her from different numbers, leading to a two-year restraining order in February 2025. In January 2026, he approached her at a Morrisons store in Port Talbot, then continued calling and messaging via friends. For the second victim, under a seven-year restraining order from prior harassment including calls, messages, home visits, stalking, and abusive comments, he contacted her on 5 February 2026. He met her at Aberavon Liberal Club, snatched her phone, struck her face, and later broke into her home at night, jumping on her bed and shouting. The next day, he called repeatedly, admitting to a sex act while watching her sleep. He used multiple phones, including his mother's. Arrested on 10 February 2026, he denied allegations in a prepared statement.
Pleaded guilty to six counts of breaching a restraining order. Has 10 previous convictions for 13 offences. Judge described behaviour as spiteful, calculating, and immature. Mental health issues, drugs, and alcohol contributed. One-third discount for guilty pleas applied. Will serve up to half in custody before release on licence.
6 Mar 2026
walesupdates.uk
Declan Fearn
Being concerned in the supply of cocaine, ketamine and cannabis *
Sentence
28 months imprisonment
On February 9, 2026, police examined a drug user's phone in custody and found messages between the user and Declan Fearn's Facebook account relating to drug supply, making the 28-year-old a suspect. The next day, officers spotted him in Bethania Terrace, Cwmavon, Afan Valley; he fled but was caught and arrested. His phone contained messages about 'flake' (cocaine), 'weed' (cannabis), and 21g of ketamine for sale. A search of his home in Morfa Glas, Glynneath, Neath Valley recovered weighing scales and snap-seal bags; small amount of cannabis attributed to his partner. He answered 'no comment' in interview.
Pleaded guilty. Eight previous convictions for 10 offences as a youth, none for drug matters. Difficult upbringing, abuse from mother, cannabis user from early age, addicted to cocaine and turned to dealing to fund habit. Working towards Construction Skills Certification Card for employment upon release. Judge Paul Thomas KC noted involvement in Class A drug supply carried risk of prison for easy money.
4 Mar 2026
walesupdates.uk
Leon Kidner
Rape *
Sentence
10 years imprisonment
On 13 June 2025, Leon Kidner, aged 34 from Pendine, Carmarthenshire, walked with a 15-year-old girl to a caravan in Pendine where he gave her alcohol and cannabis. He asked her to have sex, which she refused, but raped her after she fell asleep.
Convicted by jury of rape and 2 counts of assault by penetration after denying charges. Sexual Harm Prevention Order for life, register as sex offender for life, restraining order for life.
3 Mar 2026
cps.gov.uk
Mikael Boukhari
Burglary *
Sentence
two years and six months in prison
Mikael Boukhari, 45, of Dents Hill in Newport, and Simon Dickey targeted Haverfordwest Golf Club at 12.30am on January 18, 2026, smashing the alarm and a glass door, forcing open patio doors, stealing £200-£500 cash and £30,800 golf equipment including a simulator and clubs, causing £4,000 damage. They then hit Carmarthen Golf Club between 1.32am and 1.40am, forcing entry, damaging front door and ripping off metal roll shutters with a yellow crowbar, stealing £15,000 golf clubs and £117 cash. Total stolen: £45,000 golf equipment. Caught red-handed in a red Vauxhall Combo van on A48 with stolen goods, angle grinder, sledgehammer, fake names and changed plates.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary and one count of wilfully obstructing a constable. 43 previous convictions for 79 offences. Subject to a suspended sentence at the time of the burglaries. Fell into £4,000 debt prior to offences.
2 Mar 2026
walesonline.co.uk
Simon Dickey
Burglary *
Sentence
two years and eight months in prison
Simon Dickey, 38, of no fixed abode, and Mikael Boukhari targeted Haverfordwest Golf Club at 12.30am on January 18, 2026, smashing the alarm and a glass door, forcing open patio doors, stealing £200-£500 cash and £30,800 golf equipment including a simulator and clubs, causing £4,000 damage. They then hit Carmarthen Golf Club between 1.32am and 1.40am, forcing entry, damaging front door and ripping off metal roll shutters with a yellow crowbar, stealing £15,000 golf clubs and £117 cash. Total stolen: £45,000 golf equipment. Caught red-handed in a red Vauxhall Combo van on A48 with stolen goods, angle grinder, sledgehammer, fake names and changed plates. Dickey was the driver.
Pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary. One count of wilfully obstructing a constable dropped. 51 convictions for more than 100 offences. Subject to a suspended sentence at the time of the burglaries. History of substance misuse but no relapse; offences followed relationship breakdown.
2 Mar 2026
walesonline.co.uk
February 2026 23 cases
Leof Sceaga
Making indecent images of children *
Sentence
30 months imprisonment
Leof Sceaga, 57, of Cysgod-y-Cwm, St Dogmaels, Cardigan, was found to possess over 800 indecent images and videos of child sexual abuse across categories A, B, and C, plus extreme pornography including bestiality, on his laptop and hard drive. Police discovered the laptop actively downloading such material on May 8, 2025, following intelligence. Internet history showed searches like 'kiddie porn' and 'paedo centre webcam'. After release under investigation and a sexual harm prevention order on November 5, 2025, monitoring alerts in November and December led to further seizures before Christmas, revealing additional indecent images, an undeclared mobile phone, and an undeclared bank account. He breached the order and notification requirements.
Pleaded guilty. One-quarter discount applied. Judge Geraint Walters noted the defendant's predilection for indecent images and failure to learn from prior sentences. Will serve up to half in custody, remainder on licence. Registered sex offender for life.
27 Feb 2026
walesonline.co.uk
Marius Tanase
Assault by beating *
Sentence
2-year community order
On May 21, 2025, in Wavell Crescent, Pembroke Dock, Marius Tanase argued with his partner, grabbed her around the neck, and lifted her off the floor. Two female neighbours intervened; he spat in one neighbour's face and chased the other around the block with a metal baseball bat, kicking her to the head. He threatened to bring associates to stab and kill everyone before fleeing. He was arrested later that night near a supermarket.
Must complete a rehabilitation course, 150 hours of unpaid work, and 120-day alcohol abstinence monitoring requirement. Pleaded guilty to three counts of assault by beating. No previous convictions. Dealt with father's recent death by turning to alcohol but now abstinent for nine months. Does not wish to return to Wales.
26 Feb 2026
walesonline.co.uk
Thomas Morgan
Murder *
Sentence
life imprisonment with a minimum term of 18 years and 136 days
On March 2024, Thomas Morgan, 29, of Penyrheol Road, Gorseinon, shook his five-month-old stepson Jensen-Lee Dougal violently in a fit of rage at the family home on Players Avenue in Clydach, Swansea Valley, following a 90-minute abusive text argument with his ex-partner Georgia Griffiths. The baby suffered catastrophic brain injuries akin to those from high-velocity road traffic collisions or falls from height, including bleeding on the brain, in the spinal column, behind the eyes, multiple rib fractures, and damage to elbow and ankle joints. Morgan lied, claiming the injuries resulted from the baby choking on sick and his attempts to save him by shaking and performing CPR. Neighbours called 999, paramedics performed CPR for 45 minutes, and the baby was rushed to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, where life support was withdrawn the next day, and he died in his mother's arms.
Pleaded not guilty but found guilty by jury of murder and one count of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent. Sentencing remarks by Mrs Justice Stacey highlighted the devastation to the family and the betrayal of trust in caring for the baby.
25 Feb 2026
dailypost.co.uk
Yogesh Parmar
Rape *
Sentence
11 years imprisonment
Yogesh Parmar raped his victim and subjected her to a sustained campaign of coercive and controlling behaviour. He physically assaulted her, prevented her from leaving his home, and threatened to destroy her property, leaving her in fear of violence on multiple occasions.
Pleaded not guilty but convicted by jury on January 26.
23 Feb 2026
walesupdates.uk
Simon Morgan
Rape *
Sentence
14 years imprisonment
Simon Morgan committed a rape against a woman, and while already serving a 14-year prison sentence for a previous offense against another woman, another victim found the strength to come forward.
Was already serving a 14-year prison sentence when sentenced for committing another rape.
18 Feb 2026
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
dailypost.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
January 2026 11 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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk
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
walesonline.co.uk

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