Teesside Crown Court Sentencing Results

Hugh Holmes

Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent

July 30, 2025

Sentence: 15 years imprisonment with an extended licence period of three years, disqualified from driving for 15 years, and an indefinite restraining order

Hugh Holmes drove his Renault Megane at a victim who was trying to break up a fight on Faraday Street in Ferryhill on December 19, 2024. The victim, an innocent bystander, was hit and jammed between Holmes' car and another vehicle, suffering traumatic brain injuries that required seven months of hospital treatment. The incident stemmed from a altercation involving Holmes' girlfriend and others.

Pleaded guilty to driving whilst disqualified, failing to provide a specimen for analysis, and driving without insurance, but was found guilty by jury of Section 18 Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent. Had a previous conviction for causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Liam Blackburn

Assault and possession of a weapon

July 27, 2025

Sentence: five years imprisonment

Liam Blackburn fired a BB gun at a taxi and smashed a window after a dispute over a 20p fare with the driver, and was involved in additional offences including possession of a machete at Sporting Lodge Inns Hotel.

Bradley Hall

Child rape

July 24, 2025

Sentence: 4 years and 6 months imprisonment

Bradley Hall was involved in a string of sex attacks, leading to his sentencing.

Clare Hume

Unlicensed sale of puppies

July 16, 2025

Sentence: Ten months imprisonment, suspended for two years, with 25 days of rehabilitation and 120 hours of unpaid work

Clare Hume, 42, of Tees Drive in Darlington, along with Sophie Hume and Kealan Hutchinson, operated an unlicensed business selling various breeds of puppies, including cavapoos, between May 2020 and April 2021. They set up false accounts on Gumtree and Pets4Home, bred dogs, collected puppies from sources including Northern Ireland, and misrepresented sales as domestic litters. There was no evidence of animal ill-treatment, but they conducted a substantial commercial operation without required checks or a licence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.

Earned between £37,000 and £60,000 from illegally selling puppies; acted with Sophie Hume and Kealan Hutchinson; messages showed awareness of illegality, comparing it to selling drugs.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Kealan Hutchinson

Unlicensed sale of puppies

July 16, 2025

Sentence: Six months imprisonment, suspended for two years, with 20 days of rehabilitation and 200 hours of unpaid work

Kealan Hutchinson, 22, of Brankin Road in Darlington, collaborated with Clare Hume and Sophie Hume to sell puppies without a licence between May 2020 and April 2021. They used false accounts on Gumtree and Pets4Home to advertise various breeds, including cavapoos, bred dogs, and sourced puppies from places like Northern Ireland. The trio earned between £37,000 and £60,000 from this unlicensed commercial activity, with no evidence of animal ill-treatment, but they bypassed required licensing and checks under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.

Participated in illegally selling puppies with Clare Hume and Sophie Hume; earned up to £60,000; messages suggested awareness that the operation was illegal and compared it favourably to selling drugs.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Sophie Hume

Unlicensed sale of puppies

July 16, 2025

Sentence: Four months imprisonment, suspended for two years, with 20 days of rehabilitation and 80 hours of unpaid work

Sophie Hume, 22, of Tees Drive in Darlington, along with Clare Hume and Kealan Hutchinson, illegally sold puppies without a licence between May 2020 and April 2021. They advertised on Gumtree and Pets4Home using false accounts, bred and collected puppies from various sources including Northern Ireland, and claimed sales were of domestic litters. The operation earned between £37,000 and £60,000, with messages indicating they knew it was easier and more profitable than selling drugs, though no animal neglect was evident.

Obtained and chipped puppies herself; earned up to £60,000 from illegally selling puppies; collaborated with Clare Hume and Kealan Hutchinson; aware the operation was illegal.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Tyson Wilsher

Theft

July 15, 2025

Sentence: 2 years 8 months imprisonment

Tyson Wilsher entered Cyfarthfa Castle on April 8, 2025, during a school event, spoke to the receptionist, and then smashed a glass display cabinet with a brick to steal a candelabra valued at approximately £80,000. This caused substantial damage to the cabinet and other items inside. He fled the scene in a stolen silver Ford Fiesta, which had been taken from a delivery driver on March 24, 2025. Wilsher was later traced through CCTV footage showing his movements in the area, purchases of shoes and clothing, and forensic examination of the vehicle.

Sergeant Watts from South Wales Police described the incident as a brazen theft in broad daylight that left a group of school children shocked and upset. Wilsher was identified through CCTV footage, distinctive shoes, and forensic evidence including fingerprints.

Sources: leicestermercury.co.uk

Royston Henderson

Child sex offences

July 14, 2025

Sentence: 27 years imprisonment

Royston Henderson was found guilty of a string of child sex offences, which involved committing multiple acts against children, following a trial at Teesside Crown Court.

Jack Ford

Intent to supply class A drugs

July 14, 2025

Sentence: Over 12 years imprisonment

Jack Ford, a Teesside drug dealer, rented an Airbnb to store £84,000 worth of cocaine in kitchen cupboards, leading to his conviction for drug-related offences.

Convicted for intent to supply class A drugs, having stored cocaine worth £84,000 in an Airbnb.

Sources: gazettelive.co.uk

Christopher Walker

Drug trafficking

July 5, 2025

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment

Christopher Walker was involved in a drugs gang, driving luxury cars, and profited from illegal activities, leading to a proceeds of crime order that he has not fulfilled.

Failed to pay back £222,000 profit from drug-related activities as specified by a proceeds of crime order and faces an additional three years if unpaid.

Sources: gazettelive.co.uk

Stephen Carr

Attempted murder

July 5, 2025

Sentence: 17 years imprisonment

Stephen Carr attacked his wife with a bow and arrow and a knife in an attempt to murder her, during which she pleaded for her life and was stabbed while making a 999 call to emergency services.

Tried to murder his wife; she pleaded for her life and was stabbed while making a 999 call.

Sources: gazettelive.co.uk

Rhys Smith

Burglary

July 3, 2025

Sentence: 16 months imprisonment

Rhys Smith, 24, conducted a series of burglaries in late January 2025, breaking into four businesses at an industrial estate in Seaham at night and stealing items such as a motorbike and dog toys. He also targeted a Morrisons supermarket, taking cigarettes and scratch cards, and attempted to raid fruit machines at a casino in Peterlee, causing £8,000 in damage. He was identified through shoe prints matching his Nike trainers and CCTV footage, leading to his arrest and charges.

Pleaded guilty. Detective Inspector Darren Wild described him as a prolific burglar but not very astute, noting that officers built a strong case with evidence including shoe prints and messages from a mobile phone.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Janette Price

Wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm

July 3, 2025

Sentence: 32 months imprisonment

Janette Price, 69, was involved in a long-running dispute with her neighbours in Redcar over property upkeep and alcohol. On July 23, 2024, she armed herself with a kitchen knife and confronted her neighbour, stabbing her in the abdomen, which punctured her liver, and in the hand. The victim required surgery and now suffers from limited mobility, anxiety, and PTSD. Price was under the influence of alcohol during the incident and delayed emergency access to the victim.

Pleaded guilty to wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed article. Showed genuine remorse and had an indefinite restraining order imposed. The judge noted her declining mental state and history of disputes.

Sources: mirror.co.uk

Christopher Bates

Attempted rape of a girl under 15

June 26, 2025

Sentence: Life imprisonment

Christopher Bates, 37, pretended to be lost and asked a girl for directions in the woods before performing a sex act on himself. The girl tried to escape, but he caught her, dragged her to the ground, and attempted to rape her. She told him she was 10 years old, but he continued the attack on April 10, 2025. He was arrested shortly after in the woods.

Pleaded guilty to attempted rape of a girl under 15. Judge described him as the living embodiment of every woman and girl's nightmare.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Andy Munoz-Cadena

Conspiracy to Commit Fraud

June 23, 2025

Sentence: two years and six months imprisonment

Andy Munoz-Cadena, along with Imran Miah and Shamant Sheraji, posed as police officers to defraud victims in Cleveland and North Yorkshire between October and November 2020. They instructed victims to withdraw cash from their bank accounts under the pretense that their accounts were under threat, which would then be collected by a courier. The scheme was thwarted by police before any money was lost.

Admitted conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation. Sentenced along with two others for posing as police officers in a courier fraud scheme.

Sources: mylondon.news

Arshad Chaudrhy

Attempted rape

June 23, 2025

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment

Arshad Chaudrhy, a pizza shop worker in Hartlepool, threatened to break a woman's neck in an attempted rape bid.

Joshua Wilson

Conspiracy to possess a firearm and ammunition, and conspiracy to commit arson

June 23, 2025

Sentence: 14 years imprisonment and 4 years extended licence

Joshua Wilson, aged 20, was involved in a series of counterblow attacks in March 2024 as part of a dispute between rival organised crime gangs in South Durham. The attacks included throwing a petrol bomb at a house in St Helen Auckland on March 5, 2024, firing a shotgun at the front door; throwing another petrol bomb and firing a shotgun and a Skorpion machine gun at a house in Shildon on March 11, 2024; and throwing a petrol bomb and firing a 9mm pistol at a house in Darlington on March 17, 2024. No injuries occurred, and the incidents caused damage to the properties.

Imran Miah

Conspiracy to Commit Fraud

June 23, 2025

Sentence: three years and six months imprisonment

Imran Miah, along with Shamant Sheraji and Andy Munoz-Cadena, posed as police officers to defraud victims in Cleveland and North Yorkshire between October and November 2020. They instructed victims to withdraw cash from their bank accounts under the pretense that their accounts were under threat, which would then be collected by a courier. The scheme was thwarted by police before any money was lost.

Admitted conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation. Sentenced along with two others for posing as police officers in a courier fraud scheme.

Sources: mylondon.news

Taylor Ford

Conspiracy to possess a firearm and ammunition, and conspiracy to commit arson

June 23, 2025

Sentence: 14 years imprisonment and 4 years extended licence

Taylor Ford, aged 20, was involved in a series of counterblow attacks in March 2024 as part of a dispute between rival organised crime gangs in South Durham. The attacks included throwing a petrol bomb at a house in St Helen Auckland on March 5, 2024, firing a shotgun at the front door; throwing another petrol bomb and firing a shotgun and a Skorpion machine gun at a house in Shildon on March 11, 2024; and throwing a petrol bomb and firing a 9mm pistol at a house in Darlington on March 17, 2024. No injuries occurred, and the incidents caused damage to the properties.

Shamant Sheraji

Conspiracy to Commit Fraud

June 23, 2025

Sentence: two years and three months imprisonment

Shamant Sheraji, along with Imran Miah and Andy Munoz-Cadena, posed as police officers to defraud victims in Cleveland and North Yorkshire between October and November 2020. They instructed victims to withdraw cash from their bank accounts under the pretense that their accounts were under threat, which would then be collected by a courier. The scheme was thwarted by police before any money was lost.

Admitted conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation. Sentenced along with two others for posing as police officers in a courier fraud scheme.

Sources: mylondon.news

Michael James Callaghan

Indecent Assault and Sexual Assault

June 20, 2025

Sentence: 7 years imprisonment and an indefinite sexual harm prevention order

Michael James Callaghan, a monk also known as Father James, sexually abused two boys at Ampleforth College between 1994 and 2013. He targeted vulnerable boys, grooming and assaulting them, which led to long-term effects on the victims' mental health and daily lives.

Denied offences throughout and showed no remorse. Victims described the abuse's impact on their lives, including withdrawal, mental health issues, and boundary violations.

Sources: examinerlive.co.uk

Ben Strangeways

Stalking

June 14, 2025

Sentence: 9 years and 5 months imprisonment plus 27 months on extended licence

Ben Strangeways carried out a poison pen letter campaign, sending sickening letters to at least 10 victims across the country, including threats of rape and murder of their children, with references to engaging in necrophilia and murdered toddler James Bulger. The campaign began with a Christmas card sent on December 24, and victims included a mum-of-four from Merseyside. He was arrested on January 10 at a bus station in possession of a flick knife and an 'attack kit' containing handcuffs, eye mask, ankle and wrist ties, energy tablets, and a drink. A search of his home uncovered handwritten letters, a black balaclava, a hammer, a knife, an air pistol, books about serial killers, and a 'child-like' sex doll.

Pleaded guilty to one count of stalking involving serious alarm or distress, nine counts of sending threatening communications, and one count of possession of a bladed article. The judge described it as one of the most disturbing cases and stated that Strangeways is dangerous and will remain so for the foreseeable future. He had no previous convictions.

Sources: liverpoolecho.co.uk

Andrew Oakes

Fraud by abuse of a position of trust

June 12, 2025

Sentence: 3.5 years imprisonment

Andrew Oakes, a 39-year-old army staff sergeant, abused his position as a financial systems administrator at Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire to fraudulently transfer over £330,000 from Ministry of Defence funds to his personal accounts between February 2021 and October 2024. He falsified bank statements, local authority documents, utility bills, and government cheques to support his fraud, including claiming mileage allowances, paid leave on compassionate and medical grounds, and disguising transactions. Oakes used the money to purchase three Teslas, a BMW Mini, a Nissan Qashqai, electrical goods, and adult services, and to pay off debts, while claiming the funds came from an 'army lottery' win.

Pleaded guilty to three counts of fraud by false representation, fraud by abuse of a position of trust, and acquiring criminal property. Judge Adams noted the abuse of trust, its impact on the army's reputation and morale, and acknowledged Oakes's personal issues including a relationship breakdown and alcohol problems.

Sources: yorkshirepost.co.uk

Stephen Taylor

Sexual Assault

June 12, 2025

Sentence: 32 months imprisonment

Stephen Taylor, aged 68 from Darlington, sexually assaulted a vulnerable woman on three occasions in the Stockton area in 2022. The assaults caused significant trauma to the victim, and Taylor was caught and sentenced as a result.

Taylor caused trauma to his victim, who was vulnerable. Investigating officer Detective Sergeant Bonnie Dowson stated that Taylor is serving time and hopes justice helps the victim and her family move forward.

Sources: yorkshirepost.co.uk

Stewart Tivendale

Possession of child abuse images

June 11, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Stewart Tivendale, a prolific paedophile, was convicted for offences involving child abuse photos. He has a history of similar crimes, marking this as his fifth prison sentence.

Admitted 10 offences related to child abuse photos; this is his fifth time behind bars.

Sources: gazettelive.co.uk

Newrick Grange

Abuse of child

June 11, 2025

Sentence: 4 years imprisonment

Newrick Grange, known as 'Rob' and a groceries delivery driver, abused a child, leading to his conviction after a trial where he was found guilty of the offence.

Nathan Najeeb

Assault

June 11, 2025

Sentence: Banned from attending football matches for five years

Nathan Najeeb participated in a violent attack on a football supporter, which was described as brutal and could have resulted in more severe charges, endangering public safety.

Convicted for involvement in a brutal attack on a Coventry supporter, with the judge noting they were lucky not to face murder charges.

Sources: gazettelive.co.uk

Adam Vinter

Making indecent images

June 11, 2025

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment suspended for two years

Adam Vinter, from Teesville, was involved in creating an arsenal of indecent images, which he attributed to occurring after the deaths of his family pets. He admitted to the offences, leading to his sentencing.

Admitted three counts of making indecent images and claimed the crimes only happened after the deaths of family pets.

Sources: gazettelive.co.uk

Ben Thurlwell

Assault

June 11, 2025

Sentence: Banned from attending football matches for five years

Ben Thurlwell participated in a violent attack on a football supporter, which was described as brutal and could have resulted in more severe charges, endangering public safety.

Convicted for involvement in a brutal attack on a Coventry supporter, with the judge noting they were lucky not to face murder charges.

Sources: gazettelive.co.uk

Bradley Richmond

Causing Grievous Bodily Harm

June 11, 2025

Sentence: 14 years and 9 months extended prison sentence, with 11 years and 9 months custodial and 3 years extended licence

Bradley Richmond, 29, of no fixed abode, stabbed his girlfriend through her hand in a jealous rage in 2016 after seeing a photo on her phone, causing permanent nerve damage that required surgery. He also bit off a man's ear during an altercation in Darlington on July 8, 2023, while out drinking, which led to unsuccessful reattachment surgery. The victim of the stabbing reported ongoing physical and mental health effects, including financial strain from work leave.

Denied the offence but was found guilty following a trial. Victim reported permanent nerve damage and mental health impact. Also sentenced for a separate incident of causing grievous bodily harm.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Mohamed Gangat

Possession with intent to supply Class A drugs

June 3, 2025

Sentence: 8 years imprisonment

Mohamed Gangat was stopped by officers in Middlesbrough on March 12, 2025, during a drugs operation. A search of his vehicle revealed 2.5 kilos of cocaine with a street value of £250,000 hidden inside. He was arrested and charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and possession of Class B drugs, following surveillance by the North East Regional Organised Crime Unit.

Pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and possession of Class B drugs. The operation was described as a drugs plot and part of a clampdown on organised crime.

Sources: leicestermercury.co.uk

Dylan Crocker

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving

May 23, 2025

Sentence: 30 months imprisonment and 36-month driving ban

Dylan Crocker was driving a Ford Fiesta on April 21, 2024, when he crashed into a wall on Coal Lane in Wolviston, near Billingham, seriously injuring three passengers. He fled the scene, leaving five people, including one in the boot, and was found hiding nearby. Passengers suffered severe injuries such as shattered pelvis, spinal damage, broken ribs, nerve damage, and long-term psychological effects, leading to job losses and ongoing pain.

Admitted three counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and one count of having no insurance. He was an inexperienced driver under the influence of alcohol, driving over twice the speed limit without a seatbelt, and was distracted.

Sources: yorkshirepost.co.uk

Benjamin Clarke

Threats to kill

May 1, 2025

Sentence: 18 months imprisonment with a further 18 months on extended licence

Benjamin Clarke became fixated on his local MP, Sam Rushworth, and made repeated threats to kill him and his family, including threats to firebomb the MP's property. These threats were made via social media and continued even while Clarke was on remand. Clarke had significant mental health problems, was a cannabis smoker, and consumed up to 1.5 litres of vodka daily. The incidents occurred in the context of his obsession, and he was arrested and charged accordingly.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of making threats to kill and a malicious communications offence. Judge deemed him a dangerous offender due to continued threats while on remand, and noted his mental health issues, cannabis use, and alcohol consumption.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

James Cowie

Affray

January 27, 2025

Sentence: Eight months imprisonment

James Cowie engaged in a fight with Hugh Holmes on Faraday Street in Ferryhill on December 19, 2024, after an altercation involving Holmes' girlfriend. Cowie punched and kicked Holmes and later a passenger in Holmes' car, leading to his involvement in the incident.

Pleaded guilty to affray. The sentence has been served due to time already spent in custody.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Vincent Middlebrough

Attempting to meet a child following grooming

January 23, 2025

Sentence: 10 months imprisonment

Vincent Middlebrough, 46, of West View, Micklefield, communicated online with who he believed to be a 14-year-old child, sending sexually explicit messages. The communications were actually with an officer from the North East Regional Organised Crime Unit. He arranged and travelled to meet the child on July 4, 2024, where he was arrested. Officers seized his devices and found indecent images and videos of children.

Cameron Watson

Dangerous Driving

January 2, 2025

Sentence: 12-month community order, 1-year driving ban, and 300 hours of unpaid work

On August 26, 2024, Cameron Watson was driving his private car on the A688 in County Durham, where he exceeded the speed limit by reaching speeds up to 117mph in a 60mph zone. He was observed weaving between lanes on the dual carriageway and driving through a roundabout junction at Clyde Terrace with little awareness or attention to other road users who might be entering.

Pleaded guilty to dangerous driving. Dismissed from Northumbria Police force without notice. Expressed regret and accepted full responsibility for his actions.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Ellis Dismore

Attempted murder

January 1, 2025

Sentence: 38 years imprisonment

Ellis Dismore, a 25-year-old reclusive gaming-obsessed individual, groomed multiple underage girls online using fake profiles, blackmailing them for intimate photos, and distributing indecent images of children. His offences began when he was under 16, targeting eight victims including schoolgirls. On June 22, 2023, in Middlesbrough on Premier Road, he chased and stabbed a 15-year-old schoolgirl five times in the back and chest with steak knives he purchased, after threatening her life via voice notes. The attack was nearly fatal but interrupted by a passing motorist. Forensic evidence from his devices revealed downloads of child indecent images and communications inciting sexual activity.

Found guilty of attempted murder, child sex offences, and stalking. Pleaded guilty to possession of a bladed article and making indecent images of children. No previous convictions. Judge noted offences spanned several years and culminated in attempted murder. Pre-sentence report indicated very high risk of causing serious harm to the public. Appealing the sentence length.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Thomas Lee

Perverting the course of justice

December 16, 2024

Sentence: 20 months imprisonment

On May 9, 2024, at around 2am in Durham city centre, Thomas Lee, aged 26 from Sherburn Village, made a false 999 call after a night out, posing as a Royal Military Police officer with a fake service number. He claimed to have witnessed a student putting a pill into a woman's drink as they left a bar. This led to the innocent student's arrest on suspicion of administering a noxious substance with intent. Lee's inconsistent statements and inability to provide ID exposed his lies; the Royal Military Police confirmed he had never served. The victim described severe emotional distress, shock, and fear that the false accusation could ruin his life, studies, and career.

Must serve 40% in custody before release on licence. Has six previous convictions for nine offences. Pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. Expressed embarrassment and remorse for reckless, impulsive actions influenced by binge drinking and mental health struggles following loss of mother at age 13.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Darren Goulding

Theft and breach of criminal behaviour order

December 8, 2024

Sentence: 8 months imprisonment

Darren Goulding, 42, repeatedly shoplifted from Sainsbury's on Acklam Road in Middlesbrough and Co-op in The Oval, Middlesbrough, between September 16 and 20, 2024. He stole items including laundry products, packets of ham, chickens worth £74, dishwasher tablets, washing powder and air freshener worth £130, totaling £1,129.29. On each occasion, staff challenged him, but he replied 'I'm not bothered' and left without paying. He was banned from both stores due to a criminal behaviour order.

Pleaded guilty to all 28 offences at the first hearing on September 23. Has 81 previous convictions for 351 offences. Breached criminal behaviour order. Judge Peter Armstrong noted the impact on supermarkets and urged him to break the cycle.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Michael Ainsley

Aggravated Burglary

November 27, 2024

Sentence: 6 years imprisonment

In September 2024, Michael Ainsley, 41, broke into the home of an elderly man in Chester-le-Street and demanded to know where 'the gear' (drugs) was. When the victim said he did not have any, Ainsley hit him in the hand with a hammer and ransacked the property. He left empty-handed. Ainsley was identified from footage, arrested, and charged with aggravated burglary.

Initially denied the offence but later changed his plea and admitted aggravated burglary. Ordered to pay costs.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Rizwan Khan

Rape

November 11, 2024

Sentence: 11 years and 9 months imprisonment

Rizwan Khan, 40, of Union Street, Middlesbrough, raped two women in separate incidents. In one case, he was violent, slapping the woman, punching her in the back, throwing her on a bed, pushing her against the wall, and strangling her before raping her despite her saying no. In the other, he raped a woman at 3am after she rejected his proposition due to tiredness and work the next day. He was also convicted of sexually assaulting one victim and slapping a child in the face. The crimes occurred prior to his conviction in August 2024.

Denied all charges. Judge noted pre-sentence report showing entitlement and hostility towards females. Defence concerned about client's parents' healthcare. Additional convictions for sexual assault and slapping a child.

Sources: birminghammail.co.uk

Stark Building Materials Uk Ltd

Health and safety failure (asbestos management)

October 1, 2024

Sentence: £400,000 fine and £9,664 costs

Over a 15-year period ending in 2019, the company failed to properly inspect and manage asbestos at its Jewson branch in Brewsdale Road, North Ormesby, Middlesbrough, despite several surveys. An inspection in October 2019 revealed damaged materials containing asbestos, with fibres released, posing risks to workers, visitors, and the public. The company was aware of the risks but took no action to prevent exposure or spread.

Pleaded guilty to a single charge of failing to protect the health and safety of persons not in its employment by failing to effectively manage asbestos. The company apologised and stated that robust measures are now in place.

Sources: independent.co.uk

Mason Thornton

Causing serious injury by dangerous driving

September 4, 2024

Sentence: 3 years and 11 months imprisonment

Mason Thornton, from Ingleby Barwick, was driving a car with four passengers from a party when it crashed on the A1027 Billingham Interchange in October 2022. He had inhaled nitrous oxide moments before the incident, causing serious injuries to passenger Harlan Moon, who now requires lifelong care and has lost his future plans.

Involved in a crash after inhaling nitrous oxide while driving; victim impact statements from Harlan Moon's father highlighted the profound family impact, including the need for 24/7 care.

Sources: yorkshirepost.co.uk

Ryan Raynor

Assault

September 2, 2024

Sentence: 4.5 years imprisonment

Ryan Raynor carried out a violent assault on a woman in Middlesbrough in May, involving punching, kicking and strangling her during a sustained attack. He was arrested following a police investigation, and the incident was described as leaving a lasting impact on the victim.

Admitted to charges of attempted Section 18 wounding, threats to kill, intentional strangulation and common assault. An indefinite restraining order was imposed to prevent contact with the victim.

Sources: yorkshirepost.co.uk

Brad Anderson

Possession with intent to supply class A drugs

September 1, 2024

Sentence: 10 years imprisonment

Brad Anderson, a drug dealer from Middlesbrough, was involved in supplying heroin and cocaine. In June and July 2023, while Euan Corbett was abroad evading justice, Anderson received instructions via Snapchat voice notes to target properties of individuals owing Corbett small amounts of money, including 'pinging' houses and 'blowing out windows'. This culminated in a shotgun attack on a house in Liverton Avenue, Middlesbrough, on July 5, 2023, where shots were fired at the living room window while the homeowner was inside upstairs.

Jailed for possession with intent to supply heroin and cocaine, and conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. Acted on orders from Euan Corbett while Corbett was on the run.

Sources: chroniclelive.co.uk

Ryan Lee Rowland Smith

Making Indecent Images of Children

August 18, 2024

Sentence: Four years in prison plus four years on extended licence

Ryan Lee Rowland Smith possessed more than 4,000 images of baby and toddler sexual abuse on his mobile phone, including 13.5 hours of video, with eight hours being category A footage depicting extreme abuse. He was arrested in October 2024 after being found accessing such content. The offences involved distributing and making indecent images of children, as well as possessing prohibited materials, which caused significant harm to victims and required officers to view harrowing evidence.

Convicted of nine offences, including three counts of distributing indecent images of children, three counts of making indecent images of children, possessing a paedophile manual, and possessing extreme pornography. Police officers described the content as some of the most disturbing they had witnessed and branded him the worst offender they had dealt with. He showed no remorse and answered 'no comment' during interviews.

Sources: thenorthernecho.co.uk

Jack Bowers

Supply of Cocaine and Cannabis

August 16, 2024

Sentence: 9 years and 4 months imprisonment

Jack Bowers operated a drug supply network, flooding Whitby with cocaine and cannabis from October 1, 2022, to December 31, 2023. He was arrested on March 11, 2023, by North Yorkshire Police after his activities were tracked. Evidence from his mobile phone confirmed he was supplying substantial amounts of drugs to numerous individuals and sub-dealers in the area.

Pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis between October 1, 2022, and December 31, 2023. £8,000 in cash was seized upon arrest.

Sources: thescarboroughnews.co.uk

Jonathan Laydon

Intentional Strangulation

August 1, 2024

Sentence: two years imprisonment

Jonathan Laydon violently attacked a woman in April last year by strangling her until she lost consciousness twice and set fire to her garden shed. He was arrested and charged following the incident.

Convicted of arson and intentional strangulation. Attacked a woman by strangling her until she lost consciousness twice and set fire to her garden shed.

Sources: thenorthernecho.co.uk

Peter Walker

Possession with Intent to Supply Cocaine

July 31, 2024

Sentence: three years in prison

Peter Walker was part of a drug enterprise, travelling daily from Thornaby to Terrence Smith's home in Yarm to collect cocaine for dealing. He was stopped by police on Thornaby Road and found in possession of 20 small packages of cocaine, valued at £400. The operation involved supplying drugs in the Thornaby area as directed by Smith.

Terrence Smith

Possession with Intent to Supply Cocaine

July 31, 2024

Sentence: four years and one month in prison

Terrence Smith was involved in a drug enterprise in Yarm. In October of the previous year, police executed a warrant at an address on Meynells Walk, where Smith was caught leaving with two packages containing £1,200 worth of cocaine. He possessed a phone used for the 'deal line' and directed Peter Walker to deal drugs in the Thornaby area. A search of the property revealed drug-dealing paraphernalia.

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