Swansea Crown Court Sentencing Results

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

September 2024 2 cases

Jennifer Hopkins

Being the owner of dogs which were dangerously out of control and caused injury *

Sentence

Nine months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months, 150 hours of unpaid work, and £10,000 compensation

On October 24, 2023, three Carpathian mountain dogs owned by Jennifer Hopkins attacked a Yodel delivery driver at her address in the Blaenwaun area. The driver was delivering a parcel when the dogs ran towards her, biting her on the hand, hip, and belt line, causing severe injuries that exposed bone and tendons, required two operations, and left her hand not fully healed by the time of sentencing. Hopkins provided a rag for the wound and took the victim to A&E, but there were inadequate signs and security measures in place at the time.

Pleaded guilty with no previous convictions. The dogs remained with her, and one has since died. Judge Huw Rees noted the victim's innocence and inadequate protection at the property.

5 Sep 2024

Charlotte Cotterrell

Assault and Breach of Restraining Order *

Sentence

12 weeks imprisonment, 14 months from suspended sentence, and 1 month from another suspended sentence, all consecutively

Charlotte Cotterrell assaulted her ex-partner, causing actual bodily harm and assault by beating, which occurred before September 2024. She was subject to a restraining order as part of her initial suspended sentence. On February 13, 2024, she breached this order by shouting obscenities at him from a car in Pontardawe, making him feel scared and leading to her arrest and subsequent conviction.

Pleaded not guilty but was found guilty at trial. Had 12 previous convictions and was on a community order at the time. Judge extended the restraining order by two years and noted her superficial compliance with previous orders.

1 Sep 2024

August 2024 3 cases

Howard Walters

Breaching section 33(1)(g) Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 *

Sentence

12 month community order

Howard Walters, 78, of Tirmynydd Farm in Birchgrove, Swansea, allowed one of his pre-teen grandchildren to illegally ride in his tractor cab while feeding cattle on his farm in South Wales. The incident was captured on video by a neighbour in December 2020, two months after he had been issued a prohibition notice by the Health and Safety Executive in November 2020 for admitting to allowing his grandchildren to ride in the tractor.

Pleaded guilty to breaching section 33(1)(g) Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974. Ordered to pay £3,000 in costs. Attend 25 days of rehabilitation. Fined £500 for breaching terms of suspended prison sentence for unrelated environmental offences.

27 Aug 2024

Adam Bell

Making and distributing indecent photographs of children *

Sentence

2 years and 3 months in a Young Offenders Institute

Adam Bell, 19, from Richmond upon Thames, was working at a food stall at the Init Together festival in Margam Park on 24 May 2024 when he approached a plain-clothed security officer and offered to sell him 'ket' (ketamine). Police were informed, leading to his arrest. Bags of white powder and scales were found in his tent. Examination of his phone revealed 146 category A, 63 category B, and 75 category C indecent photographs of children, some shared, as well as a voyeuristic video of a young female taken by Bell from underneath her skirt without her knowledge.

Pleaded guilty on 26 July 2024 to 3 x making indecent photographs of children; 1 x distributing indecent photographs of children; 1 x voyeurism; 1 x possession of a controlled drug of class B (Ketamine) with intent to supply. Includes a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and notification requirement for 10 years.

16 Aug 2024

Nicholas Edwards

Sexual Assault by Penetration *

Sentence

Six years imprisonment

Nicholas Edwards sexually assaulted a woman by penetration in December last year, while under the influence of alcohol, which aggravated the offence.

Found guilty after trial; was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the offence, which involved specific targeting of the victim.

1 Aug 2024

July 2024 3 cases

Matthew Bateman

Making indecent photographs of children *

Sentence

14 months imprisonment

40-year-old Matthew Bateman from Kidwelly was sentenced for making indecent photographs of children.

Faced six charges including making indecent photographs of children.

25 Jul 2024

Andrew Craig Page

Non-fatal strangulation *

Sentence

32 months imprisonment

Andrew Craig Page, aged 36, of no fixed abode, attacked his former partner on February 5, 2024, at her home in Machynlleth. The incident began with an argument over her phone being on silent, escalating to Page threatening her with a knife, throwing her to the floor, strangling her until she lost consciousness, and following her around the house with the knife. The abuse lasted hours, leaving the victim with marks on her neck, head, face, upper chest, and bruising on her arm and back. A second attack occurred on February 15, 2024, when Page returned to the home, became angry over messages on her phone, assaulted her again, threatened to kill her, and smashed her TV. The victim fled and reported the attacks to police on February 17, 2024. Page was arrested and charged with intentional strangulation, threats to kill, criminal damage, and assault by beating.

Changed his plea to guilty on the first day of his trial. Also handed a five-year restraining order.

24 Jul 2024

Alan Griffiths

Stalking and common assault *

Sentence

16 months imprisonment and a restraining order

Alan Griffiths tormented his ex-partner after their relationship ended around October 2023 by sending unwanted messages and calls, appearing in her hometown of Llandeilo, posting about her on social media implying her dogs were involved in an incident with sheep, and previously assaulting her in June or July 2023 by grabbing her hair, dragging her outside the house in her underwear, and locking her out.

Found guilty after denying stalking and battery charges. Had six previous convictions and was subject to a suspended sentence for assault occasioning actual bodily harm against the same victim.

4 Jul 2024

June 2024 3 cases

Nathan Clark

Coercive Control *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Nathan Clark, 31, of Larch Road in Milford Haven, engaged in a controlling and abusive relationship with his ex-partner starting around early 2023, which deteriorated in the second half of the year. Between December 2023 and January 2024, he exhibited coercive control, threatened to share intimate images and videos of the victim, assaulted her causing actual bodily harm, strangled her, and admitted to criminal damage to her mobile phone on Christmas Day and a door on New Year's Eve. The victim reported fearing for her life, and the abuse left her profoundly distressed and a shadow of her former self.

Pleaded not guilty but was convicted by a jury. Judge Paul Thomas KC noted that Clark had prior convictions for violence against women and represents a continuing risk. Mitigation included family bereavements leading to substance abuse.

12 Jun 2024

Kelly Rees

Robbery *

Sentence

3 years and 9 months imprisonment

Kelly Rees and Ashlee Rees deliberately targeted a lone taxi driver in a pre-planned robbery on Trafalgar Road, Milford Haven, on the evening of October 18, 2024. Kelly Rees reached into the vehicle, took a blue canvas bag containing between £50 and £80, and pricked the driver with a needle. Three boxes of syringes were found at her home, related to her blood thinner medication. The driver suffered recurrent nightmares, family fears, and required blood tests for potential infection.

Admitted robbery but denied using the needle, and was convicted of that charge after a trial. Has previous convictions for theft-related offences. Had relapsed into drug use but showed improvement and became more composed while in custody.

9 Jun 2024

Ashlee Rees

Robbery *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Ashlee Rees and Kelly Rees deliberately targeted a lone taxi driver in a pre-planned robbery on Trafalgar Road, Milford Haven, on the evening of October 18, 2024. Ashlee Rees pulled open the cab's passenger door, pointed a knife, and demanded the driver's wallet. The driver initially thought it was a joke, attempted to take the knife, and felt a prick on his thigh from a needle wielded by Kelly Rees. A blue canvas bag containing between £50 and £80 was stolen. The driver suffered recurrent nightmares, family fears, and required blood tests for potential infection.

Pleaded guilty to robbery and possessing a knife blade. Has previous convictions for theft-related offences. Expressed genuine remorse and showed a different side while in custody, linked to drug use.

9 Jun 2024

May 2024 3 cases

Jimmy Tawse

Sexual assault *

Sentence

7 years detention, 4 years in custody

Jimmy Tawse, 18, from Gorseinon in Swansea, targeted four vulnerable women in their homes by posing as a therapist, masseuse, and window cleaner. On May 15, 2024, he entered the home of an 89-year-old woman claiming to be a therapist, forced her to the bedroom, made her remove her bra, and sexually assaulted her by groping her breasts, thighs, and touching her underwear. Later that day, he approached another 89-year-old woman claiming to be a masseuse sent by her GP, instructed her to the bedroom to remove her shirt for a 'body-to-body' massage, but left when she refused. On June 20, 2024, he posed as a window cleaner to an 85-year-old woman, requested £55, made an inappropriate request for physical contact, and left with the money. On June 21, 2024, he approached a 63-year-old housebound woman with mobility issues as a massage therapist, offering a £55 service. In a separate incident on February 16, 2024, he assaulted an emergency worker by pushing a female officer in the chest after a disagreement with his parents at his family home.

Pleaded guilty to trespassing with intent to commit a sexual offence, sexual assault, fraud, and assault of an emergency worker. Indefinite restraining orders imposed protecting all victims. Placed on the sex offenders register and subject to a sexual harm prevention order. Judge Geraint Walters commented on the seriousness of the offences given the defendant's young age.

15 May 2024

Lloyd Davies

Rape of a child *

Sentence

12 years imprisonment

Lloyd Davies, 29, of Caecoed in Llandybie, raped and sexually abused two female children aged between six and 11 years old. The offences included multiple incidents of rape and incitement to sexual activity. One victim reported the crimes in December 2022 after confiding in a friend and counsellor, leading to a police investigation and trial.

Pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of multiple charges including rape and sexual abuse of children. He must serve this sentence following a trial.

9 May 2024

Suroj Bk

Sexual Assault *

Sentence

3 years and 6 months imprisonment

On 7 October 2023, Suroj Bk entered the victim's home in Ceredigion and sexually assaulted her while she lay in her bed. The victim realised what was happening, kicked him out of her bed, and called the police. Dyfed-Powys Police responded quickly, conducted a thorough search using police dogs and scenes of crime officers, and arrested Bk the next day on 8 October 2023. Evidence from the scene, extensive local enquiries, and forensic work placed him at the scene.

Unanimous guilty verdict after a week-long trial. Five-year restraining order imposed. Placed on the sex offenders register for life.

1 May 2024

April 2024 13 cases

Stephen Fisher

Causing death by dangerous driving *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

On February 23, 2021, outside the CEM Day's garage on Swansea Road in Garngoch, Stephen Fisher was driving his uninsured Jaguar XF at grossly excessive speeds, reaching 77mph in a 40mph zone and accelerating hard, when he collided with Gareth Evans' Honda Jazz as it pulled onto the road. The impact caused catastrophic injuries to 84-year-old former rugby referee and soldier Gareth Evans, who was airlifted to hospital and pronounced dead that afternoon. Fisher had been instructed by his employer to use another vehicle but disobeyed. Post-crash, he attempted to get his boss to lie about insurance coverage and falsely told police he was driving at 40mph. CCTV and vehicle data confirmed his excessive speed. He was charged in September 2023 after delays in obtaining data from the vehicle's manufacturer.

Pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. 20% discount for guilty plea. Previous conviction for driving with excess alcohol in 2009. Expressed remorse. Character references noted honesty and strong work ethic. Impact on his son considered.

20 Apr 2024

Peter Gilmore

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment and disqualified from driving for 6 years and 2 months

On February 1, 2024, Peter Gilmore was driving a Citroen Dispatch van on the A487 from Aberystwyth to Llanrhystud and the B4337 towards Talsarn when he exhibited dangerous driving behaviour, including driving closely behind large vehicles, nearly crashing head-on, weaving across the road, and narrowly avoiding collisions over 14.2 miles. He attempted to overtake a lorry but pulled into the path of an oncoming Hyundai, causing a head-on collision that left the victim with a fractured sternum, two fractured ribs, and whiplash injuries. Gilmore tested positive for cannabis, slurred his words, and had abnormal pupils at the scene. He had been stopped earlier that day for drug-driving and disqualified at another court.

Pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by dangerous driving and failing to provide a sample for analysis. He had 44 previous convictions, including for dangerous driving in 2004 and several instances of driving whilst disqualified. Judge Geraint Walters noted the facts were 'truly disturbing' and that it was remarkable he drove after being stopped earlier. He accepted full responsibility and apologised at the scene.

19 Apr 2024

Stephen Leyson

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, Conspiracy to supply Class B drugs, Possession of a firearm *

Sentence

11 years imprisonment

Stephen Leyson, aged 55, of Pibwr Farm, Capel Dewi, Carmarthen, was involved in supplying multi-kilo quantities of cocaine (Class A) and cannabis (Class B) to sub dealers in Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and parts of Swansea. Arrested in October 2021 at Pibwr Farm where 592g of cocaine (street value £47,760-£60,200), 1.4kg of cannabis (£15,615), £17,190 cash, and a semi-automatic pistol were seized.

Convicted following a two-week trial. Led the organised crime group.

18 Apr 2024

Samson Leyson

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, Conspiracy to supply Class B drugs *

Sentence

6 years imprisonment

Samson Leyson, aged 22, of Pibwr Farm, Capel Dewi, Carmarthen, was part of the family-led organised crime group supplying multi-kilo quantities of cocaine (Class A) and cannabis (Class B) to sub dealers in Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and parts of Swansea. Arrested in October 2021 at Pibwr Farm where drugs, cash, and a firearm were seized.

Convicted following trial. Son of Stephen and Lynne Leyson.

18 Apr 2024

Ritchie Coleman

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, Conspiracy to supply Class B drugs *

Sentence

2 years and 4 months imprisonment

Ritchie Coleman, aged 33, of Vetch Close, Pembroke, was involved in the conspiracy to supply Class A and B drugs as part of the investigation stemming from the October 2021 raid on Pibwr Farm, which uncovered large quantities of cocaine and cannabis, cash, and a firearm.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply Class A and B drugs.

18 Apr 2024

Andrew Jenkins

Conspiracy to supply Class B drugs *

Sentence

9 months imprisonment

Andrew Jenkins, aged 50, of North Hill Road, Mount Pleasant, Swansea, was involved in the organised crime group's supply of cannabis (Class B) drugs. The operation was uncovered during the October 2021 raid on Pibwr Farm, seizing drugs, cash, and a firearm.

Convicted following trial. Family associate.

18 Apr 2024

Shaheen Miah

Perverting the Course of Justice *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years; 200 hours of unpaid work; 6 months driving disqualification; £500 costs and £187 surcharge

Shaheen Miah's Mercedes-Benz was caught speeding on Colby Road in Burry Port on November 14, 2022, while he already had six points on his licence. He paid £300 to someone to falsely attribute the offence to an innocent man by providing a wrong address, resulting in that man being prosecuted in his absence. Miah was interviewed on February 13, 2023, and his actions led to him being charged with perverting the course of justice.

Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. Judge commented that it was a stupid act undermining the administration of justice. He has no previous convictions but had been caught speeding before, and is a family man who owns a restaurant.

12 Apr 2024

Jonis Krasniqi

Cannabis production *

Sentence

10 months in a Young Offender Institution

Jonis Krasniqi was caught attempting to flee through a back window during a police raid on a derelict property on Cyfyng Road in Ystalyfera on February 21. Police discovered a cannabis grow operation with 83 plants in the growing stage and 22 in the nursery stage at one property, connected via a hole in the wall to a neighbouring property with 66 cannabis plants. The setup included fans, timers, lights, and plastic sheeting. Krasniqi was in the UK illegally, with his asylum application previously rejected.

Pleaded guilty at the first available opportunity, had no previous convictions, was acting under instructions of others, and will be deported after serving half of the sentence.

5 Apr 2024

Drenit Matmuja

Cannabis production *

Sentence

10 months imprisonment

Drenit Matmuja was found hiding behind building materials in a neighbouring property during a police raid on February 21 at a derelict address on Cyfyng Road in Ystalyfera. The raid uncovered a cannabis grow operation linked to the adjacent property, with a total of 149 cannabis plants at various stages. The rooms were equipped with fans, timers, lights, and plastic lining. Matmuja stated he had left Albania to work for money and was in the UK illegally, unknown to immigration services until his arrest.

Pleaded guilty early, had no previous convictions, fully accepted his involvement, and will be deported after serving half of the sentence.

5 Apr 2024

Dorian Williams

Coercive control and harassment *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment

Dorian Williams, 49, from Bryn Salem in Felinfach, was in a relationship where he isolated his partner from family and friends, took her keys and phone, assaulted her by snatching and throwing her phone, and after she ended the relationship in March 2023, he stalked her by phoning 30 to 40 times a day, contacting her via email and social media, showing up at her workplace, and sending messages threatening suicide or self-harm.

Controlled and isolated his partner, engaged in stalking and emotional blackmail after she left him, continued despite arrests. A five-year restraining order was granted to the victim.

1 Apr 2024

Ieuan Duffy

Supply of cocaine and cannabis *

Sentence

three years and five months in a Young Offender Institution

Ieuan Duffy, aged 20, engaged in drug dealing between December 2023 and January 2024. Police raided his home on December 6, 2023, seizing 151.86 grams of cannabis worth £1,680, £430.25 in cash, electronic weighing scales, zip lock bags, and two mobile phones showing evidence of dealing. On January 27, 2024, another search found 28 grams of cocaine worth up to £2,000, 427 grams of cannabis worth £4,740, electronic scales, two mobile phones, and £3,032.92 in cash. He continued dealing after his initial arrest to pay off debts from his own drug use.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis, possession with intent to supply cocaine, two offences of possession with intent to supply cannabis, and two offences of possession of criminal property. Judge Huw Rees called him a 'fool' and ordered him to repay £3,883.30 under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

1 Apr 2024

Ann Mcdonagh

Obtaining services dishonestly *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

Ann McDonagh, 39, and her husband Bernard targeted five restaurants between August 2023 and April 2024, racking up unpaid bills totalling more than £1,000. At Bella Ciao in Swansea, they ordered T-bone steaks and double pudding portions then left without paying their £329 bill. The other offences related to meals at Isabella's in Porthcawl, River House in Swansea Docks, Golden Fortune in Port Talbot and La Casona in Skewen. They used more than 40 aliases and 18 dates of birth as part of the fraud, instructing their children to wait in the restaurants while they pretended to go to a cashpoint. They were identified from CCTV images posted online by Bella Ciao.

Pleaded guilty to five counts of obtaining services dishonestly. Ordered to pay £2,185 in compensation, £1,168 for unpaid restaurant bills and £1,017 for items stolen from shops. Judge Paul Thomas KC described their conduct as 'ruthlessly exploitative' and motivated by 'pure and utter greed'.

1 Apr 2024

Bernard Mcdonagh

Obtaining services dishonestly *

Sentence

8 months imprisonment

Bernard McDonagh, 41, and his wife Ann targeted five restaurants between August 2023 and April 2024, racking up unpaid bills totalling more than £1,000. At Bella Ciao in Swansea, they ordered T-bone steaks and double pudding portions then left without paying their £329 bill. The other offences related to meals at Isabella's in Porthcawl, River House in Swansea Docks, Golden Fortune in Port Talbot and La Casona in Skewen. They used more than 40 aliases and 18 dates of birth as part of the fraud, instructing their children to wait in the restaurants while they pretended to go to a cashpoint. They were identified from CCTV images posted online by Bella Ciao.

1 Apr 2024

March 2024 3 cases

Jayden Mason-Forbes

Supply of Cannabis *

Sentence

13 months in a Young Offender Institute

Jayden Mason-Forbes was stopped by police in Aberaeron on September 27, along with three others, where officers found 8.48 grams of cannabis, 1.23 grams of cocaine, a cannabis grinder, £200 in cash, and two mobile phones. Analysis of one phone revealed messages from May 15 to September 25 showing his involvement in dealing cannabis, including advertising various strains and employing drug runners across Lampeter and Aberaeron. He denied supplying cocaine, claiming it was for personal use, but the prosecution accepted his pleas after review.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cannabis and possession of cocaine and cannabis. Had 12 previous convictions, including seven drug-related offences, and was subject to a detention and training order at the time of the offence. Mitigation highlighted his difficult past and efforts to rehabilitate while in prison.

25 Mar 2024

Gabriel Stratulat

Producing cannabis *

Sentence

12 months imprisonment

On February 13, 2024, police raided an address in Pontardawe and found Gabriel Stratulat and a co-defendant attempting to flee. Officers discovered 129 cannabis plants growing in three rooms, with two additional rooms that had been recently harvested and had bypassed electricity. The operation was capable of producing between 3.5 and 11 kilograms of cannabis, valued up to £57,000. In the living room, three vacuum-sealed bags each contained about a kilogram of cannabis, worth between £12,000 and £15,600. Stratulat admitted to staying in the property and caring for the plants.

Pleaded guilty to producing cannabis on the basis that he did not buy or set up the equipment but tended to the plants for approximately three weeks. He had no previous convictions. Judge Geraint Walters noted the prevalence of cannabis factories run by Romanians or Albanians and mentioned a potential deportation decision by the Home Office upon release.

24 Mar 2024

Saul Rowan Henvey

Rape *

Sentence

21 years custody plus 6 years on extended licence

Saul Rowan Henvey, 47, from the Tregaron area in Ceredigion, raped a woman he had just met in the woods outside Lampeter on May 6, 2021, after leading her there and telling her he loved her. He was arrested on May 7, 2021. In May 2019, he approached a lone woman in her front garden in Lampeter, manipulated her into allowing him into her home, and raped her that day, continuing to manipulate her for months until she reported it in January 2020. Between March and April 2021 in the Llanddewi Brefi area, he approached another lone female at home, convinced her to let him stay by claiming homelessness, and raped her on two separate occasions while she slept in her bed. The pattern of offending linked the cases, leading to his conviction.

Found guilty of four counts of rape following trial. Placed on the sex offenders register for life and given an indefinite restraining order for each victim. To serve two thirds before applying for parole.

7 Mar 2024

February 2024 20 cases

Teejay Marks

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

12 months in a Youth Offenders’ Institute

Teejay Marks, aged 16, travelled from Wolverhampton to Aberystwyth on June 15, 2020, with Kyran Hill to serve as a runner in the gang's county line operation. They stayed at the flat of vulnerable user Glenn Williams, dealing drugs. Phone evidence included videos of counting cash, giggling, and conversations with Williams about supply, plus photos of drugs with 'intent to supply class A drugs' text.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin. Aged 16 at the time of the offence.

28 Feb 2024

Kalvin Riley

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

Three years and three months imprisonment

Kalvin Riley, aged 23, was involved in the organised crime gang running a county line from Wolverhampton to Aberystwyth. On June 15, 2020, he travelled with Frank Keli to the flat of vulnerable heroin user Glenn Williams, which was 'cuckooed' for drug dealing. Teenagers Kyran Hill and Teejay Marks were sent as runners. Evidence from phone data and Snapchat videos confirmed the supply operation.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin.

28 Feb 2024

Kyran Lee Hill

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

12 months in a Youth Offenders’ Institute

Kyran Lee Hill, aged 16, was sent from Wolverhampton to Aberystwyth on June 15, 2020, with Teejay Marks to act as a runner for the drug gang at the 'cuckooed' flat of Glenn Williams. Snapchat photos and videos showed him with cash, ziplock bags of white and brown substances, and overlaid text 'intent to supply class A drugs'. He claimed to have been kidnapped but evidence proved otherwise.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin. Aged 16 at the time of the offence.

28 Feb 2024

Frank Keli

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

Three years imprisonment

Frank Keli, aged 26, was part of an organised crime gang operating a county line from Wolverhampton to Ceredigion, supplying heroin and crack cocaine. He travelled with Kalvin Riley to Aberystwyth on June 15, 2020, to set up operations at the flat of Glenn Williams, where teenagers Kyran Hill and Teejay Marks acted as runners. Digital evidence from phones proved the conspiracy without any drugs being seized.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin.

28 Feb 2024

Glen Lewis Williams

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

18 months suspended sentence

Glen Lewis Williams, aged 51, a vulnerable heroin user from Aberystwyth, allowed the gang to 'cuckoo' his flat in exchange for heroin for his own use. He was to keep the teenagers safe while they dealt drugs from June 15, 2020. Drugs were kept openly on tables, and he acted as a runner. On June 19, 2020, he reported being exploited and wanted the intruders out, leading to police involvement.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin.

28 Feb 2024

Aldi Gjegjaj

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

Aldi Gjegjaj was involved in conspiring to supply cannabis. He travelled from London to Llanarth on July 1, collected 97kg of cannabis from a disused school building in Llandysul on July 4, and was transporting it back to London when arrested in Carmarthenshire. Phone mast data showed multiple trips between London and west Wales from March to July. The total value of the seized drugs was between £1,376,600 and nearly £2 million.

Defendant came to the UK illegally due to financial problems in Albania, had no previous convictions, pleaded guilty, expressed remorse, and used time in custody productively. Judge noted he abused his visitor status for financial gain.

28 Feb 2024

Alfred Perkola

Conspiracy to supply cannabis *

Sentence

Three years and nine months imprisonment

Alfred Perkola was involved in conspiring to supply cannabis. He assisted in transporting 97kg of cannabis from a disused school building in Llandysul to London and was arrested in Carmarthenshire on July 4. Phone mast data indicated multiple trips between London and west Wales from March to July. The total value of the seized drugs was between £1,376,600 and nearly £2 million.

Defendant had two previous convictions, including one for producing Class B drugs, and was appealing a deportation order. He pleaded guilty at an early opportunity and acknowledged a lengthy sentence was inevitable. Judge noted he abused his visitor status for financial gain.

28 Feb 2024

Akeel Whistance

Conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin *

Sentence

Two-and-a-half years imprisonment

Akeel Whistance facilitated the transfer of money earned from drug supply back to the gang and resupplied runners with drugs. He was spotted meeting Glenn Williams on June 18, 2020, and believed to have thrown a package of drugs over a wall after being spooked by police. Phone examinations revealed his role in the county line operation from Wolverhampton to Aberystwyth.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin.

28 Feb 2024

Robert Smith

Rape *

Sentence

5 years and 4 months in prison

On the evening of Tuesday 2 July 2024, Robert Smith, 26, of Penygarn Road, Ammanford, entered the victim's home under the guise of performing a 'welfare check' and raped her while she slept in her bed. The victim and Smith were not previously acquainted but had met earlier that evening at a mutual friend's address where alcohol was consumed. The victim had no recollection of the events upon waking on Wednesday 3 July 2024, but reported the incident to police after waking up undressed and in pain. The attack has had a profound psychological impact on the victim, causing her to move away from her home out of fear, struggle with short-term memory, and feel exhausted, vulnerable, and lost.

Pleaded guilty to rape. Entered the victim's home under the guise of a welfare check and took advantage of her while she slept. Prior to the incident, they were not acquainted but had met coincidentally earlier that evening at a mutual friend's address where alcohol was consumed. DNA evidence proved the case.

26 Feb 2024

Richard Ford

Child sex offences *

Sentence

5 years imprisonment

Richard Ford, a 51-year-old former senior social worker from Pembrokeshire, now residing in Hackney, attempted to arrange meetings with children for sexual acts via online communications with undercover officers posing as adults with children aged 7, 11, and 13. He engaged in sexualised chats for 4-6 months, expressing interest in girls aged 7-14 and making comments about groping and caressing. Police seized 19 devices from his home in September 2022, finding 913 indecent images of children, including over 250 Category A. Additionally, a young girl disclosed being sexually assaulted by him on three occasions. The offences occurred prior to his arrest and were not committed during his employment.

Former senior social worker. Pleaded guilty to multiple child sex offences. Judge comments not specified.

26 Feb 2024

Michael Brace

Supply of Class A drugs *

Sentence

4 years imprisonment

Michael Brace, aged 30, of no fixed abode, from Newport, was involved in a county lines operation selling crack cocaine and heroin in Llanelli. On January 19, officers from Dyfed-Powys Police arrested him at a cuckooed flat in Granby Close, Llanelli, where two golf-ball-sized clingfilm wraps containing smaller deals of heroin and crack cocaine were found, along with £970 in cash, weighing scales, and a mobile phone used for drug supply. The seized drugs had a potential street value of £3,770 to £4,220, but evidence including phone records showed their dealing extended beyond this amount. Additional drugs were recovered from his body in custody.

Pleaded not guilty initially at magistrates court but changed plea to guilty at crown court. From Newport, no fixed abode, no ties to Llanelli. While in custody, confirmed he had plugged drugs in his anus, which were recovered and found to be heroin and crack cocaine. Arrested on January 19 following execution of drugs warrant.

24 Feb 2024

Joshua Aspell

Supply of Class A drugs *

Sentence

5 years and 11 months imprisonment

Joshua Aspell, aged 25, from Bryn Bevan, Newport, was involved in a county lines operation selling crack cocaine and heroin in Llanelli. On January 19, officers from Dyfed-Powys Police arrested him at a cuckooed flat in Granby Close, Llanelli, where two golf-ball-sized clingfilm wraps containing smaller deals of heroin and crack cocaine were found, along with £970 in cash, weighing scales, and a mobile phone used for drug supply. The seized drugs had a potential street value of £3,770 to £4,220, but evidence including phone records showed their dealing extended beyond this amount.

Pleaded not guilty initially at magistrates court but changed plea to guilty at crown court. From Newport, no ties to Llanelli. Arrested on January 19 following execution of drugs warrant.

24 Feb 2024

John Paul Mcdonagh

Conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation *

Sentence

3 years imprisonment

John Paul McDonagh, of Laburnum Drive, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. He failed to meet the needs of puppies at Laburnum Drive.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to fraud and failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 15 years. Ordered to pay £181 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

Francie Gabriel Mcdonagh

Conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation *

Sentence

3 years 2 months imprisonment

Francie Gabriel McDonagh, of George Lansbury Drive, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. He failed to meet the needs of puppies at George Lansbury Drive.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to fraud and failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 15 years. Ordered to pay £181 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

Edward Mcdonagh

Conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation *

Sentence

20 months imprisonment

Edward McDonagh, of Maesglas Street, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. He failed to meet the needs of puppies at Ellen Ridge Traveller Site.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to fraud and failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 15 years. Ordered to pay £149 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

Angela Christina Mcdonagh

Failing to meet the needs of puppies under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 *

Sentence

12 month community order with 30 day rehabilitation activity requirement and £200 fine

Angela Christina McDonagh, of George Lansbury Drive, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. She failed to meet the needs of puppies at George Lansbury Drive.

Pleaded guilty to failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 10 years. Ordered to pay £90 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

Martin Joseph Mcdonagh

Conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation *

Sentence

3.5 years imprisonment

Martin Joseph McDonagh, of Maesglas Crescent, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. He failed to meet the needs of puppies at Maesglas Crescent.

Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to fraud and failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 15 years. Ordered to pay £181 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

Mary Christina Mcdonagh (Junior)

Failing to meet the needs of puppies under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 *

Sentence

12 month community order with 180 hours unpaid work and 8 day rehabilitation activity requirement

Mary Christina McDonagh (junior), of Maesglas Street, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. She failed to meet the needs of puppies at Ellen Ridge Traveller Site.

Pleaded guilty to failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 10 years. Ordered to pay £90 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

Mary Christina Mcdonagh (Senior)

Failing to meet the needs of puppies under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 *

Sentence

12 month community order with 10 day rehabilitation activity requirement and £500 fine

Mary Christina McDonagh (senior), of Moorland Road, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. She failed to meet the needs of puppies at Ellen Ridge Traveller Site.

Pleaded guilty to failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 10 years. Ordered to pay £90 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

Mary Louise Mcdonagh

Failing to meet the needs of puppies under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 *

Sentence

12 month community order with 160 hours unpaid work

Mary Louise McDonagh, of Laburnum Drive, Newport, was involved in Operation Earth, an RSPCA investigation into the illegal puppy trade. The McDonagh family conspired to commit fraud by false representation between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, selling £300,000 worth of dogs and puppies imported illegally from Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Ireland, often without passports or vaccinations. Puppies were advertised as home-bred and healthy on sites like Freeads and Pets4homes but were bred in sheds, purchased elsewhere, or stolen, causing health issues and distress to buyers. She failed to meet the needs of puppies at Laburnum Drive.

Pleaded guilty to failing to meet the needs of puppies. Disqualified from keeping dogs for 10 years. Ordered to pay £90 victim surcharge.

21 Feb 2024

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