Winchester Crown Court Sentencing Results

Explore 125 verdicts at Winchester Crown Court (Winchester). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

March 2024 1 case

Tyril Saunders

Actual Bodily Harm and Stalking *

Sentence

Suspended sentence of 39 weeks for actual bodily harm and 9 weeks for stalking, to be served concurrently and suspended for 2 years, plus £725 compensation, 80 hours of unpaid work, and a restraining order

Tyril Saunders, 34, of Abbey Road, Popley, assaulted a female passenger in January 2021 by stopping his car, grabbing her by the neck, biting her on the face, and punching her, leaving bite marks and other facial injuries. The victim escaped and hid. He also stalked the same woman between 2020 and 2024, constantly turning up at her home, calling her more than 100 times, and barging into her home on August 16, 2024. Despite being arrested and ordered not to contact her, he called her 32 times in one hour.

Pleaded guilty to assault and stalking. Judge stated that his behaviour was dreadful and that he poses a serious risk to women. Defense noted he lives with his mother and sister, is the primary breadwinner, and is in debt.

12 Mar 2024

February 2024 3 cases

Elijah Mochia

Rape *

Sentence

18 years imprisonment with an extended licence period of eight years

Elijah Mochia raped a woman multiple times, put his hands around her throat, punched her in the ribs, bit her ear, and threatened her with scissors. He was arrested and charged with three counts of rape, one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and one count of controlling and coercive behaviour.

Refused to attend court, found guilty by a jury, and will remain on the sexual offenders register for life. Detective Sergeant Bethan Hastelow praised the victim's bravery and described Mochia as a dangerous and manipulative offender.

28 Feb 2024

David Holden

Possession with Intent to Supply Class A Drugs *

Sentence

7 years imprisonment

David Holden, 46, of Hailstone Road, Basingstoke, used an e-scooter to supply Class A drugs in the area. On August 20, officers spotted drug-related activity and found him with 16 wraps of Class A drugs, a rucksack containing knives, electronic scales, and a mobile phone. On November 26, he was again stopped and found with 106 wraps of crack cocaine, £460 in cash, and three mobile phones. All items, including the e-scooter, were seized, leading to his arrest and charges.

Pleaded guilty to all offences. Police investigator Michael Longmore noted that Holden supplied Class A drugs over a three-month period and highlighted the harm caused to the community.

20 Feb 2024

Charles Cannon

Possessing terrorist information *

Sentence

18 months imprisonment suspended for two years

Charles Cannon, a 22-year-old laboratory technician from Aldershot, Hampshire, collected documents on making homemade explosives, weapons, and unconventional warfare devices. He was stopped at Luton Airport in August 2020 under terrorism regulations, leading to the discovery of these files on his phone and computer. Further investigation revealed racist, antisemitic, and misogynistic messages on his social media. Cannon claimed he downloaded the files as part of a collection related to his interest in Breaking Bad and methamphetamine production, and he admitted to previously holding 'vile and disgusting' views but stated his perspectives had changed due to his Brazilian wife's influence.

Convicted of seven charges of possessing terrorist information. Had terrorist motivations, extremist views, and sent messages expressing antisemitism and violence. Judge considered his age at the time of offences (16-17 years old), mental health issues including autism, and lack of previous convictions.

2 Feb 2024

January 2024 3 cases

Charles Toby Simmonds

Aggravated Burglary *

Sentence

Six and a half years imprisonment

Charles Toby Simmonds, armed with a baseball bat and a firearm, committed two aggravated burglaries. On September 8, he attended an address on Simeon Street, Ryde, wearing a balaclava, smashed the door with the bat, and entered the property. One victim was hit by a projectile from a BB gun after chasing the intruders. On September 15, he met a 19-year-old man on Wavell Way, Winchester, to buy a vape, then threatened him with what appeared to be a handgun, forced him into a car, drove to his home on Cobbett Close, shot him in the chest with a BB gun causing minor injury, and hit the victim and another resident with a hammer. Police seized two BB guns, a silencer, a hammer, and a notebook containing plans for the Simeon Street burglary.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated burglary.

30 Jan 2024

Thomas George Williams

Intentional Strangulation *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Thomas George Williams, 27, of Launcelot Close in Andover, assaulted his girlfriend at her home on October 9, 2023, by strangling her, throwing her against a wall causing an injury above her eye, and damaging her phone on two separate occasions—one by head-butting it and the other by throwing it on the floor. Additionally, on November 13, 2023, he possessed and brandished a bladed article during a heated exchange with another man on New Road, Basingstoke.

Pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, two counts of criminal damage, intentional strangulation, and possession of a bladed article. Subject to a restraining order.

23 Jan 2024

Dermot Ryan

Burglary and Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm *

Sentence

three years and two months imprisonment

Dermot Ryan, 33, of Basingstoke Road, Micheldever, broke into a property in Crown Heights on Alencon Link on March 6, 2023, armed with a sharp-pointed nail. He pushed and punched a woman known to him, causing injuries to her head and eye, and then fled the scene empty-handed, leaving a coat inside the flat.

Pleaded guilty to burglary and assault. Police investigator described the incident as terrifying and praised the victim for coming forward.

13 Jan 2024

December 2023 1 case

Jason Colbourne

Sexual assault by touching *

Sentence

More than three years imprisonment, with an additional two years concurrent

Jason Colbourne, 55, of High Street, Stockbridge, was found guilty of eight counts of sexual assault by touching involving seven women. He was originally sentenced to more than three years imprisonment, and on December 3, 2023, at Winchester Crown Court, an additional count was added with a two-year concurrent sentence to correct a judicial oversight.

Found guilty of eight counts of sexual assault by touching. Judge Angela Morris explained that the extra count was omitted in error and would not increase the total sentence time.

3 Dec 2023

November 2023 2 cases

James Morrison

Child Rape *

Sentence

19 years and 4 months imprisonment, with 13 years and 4 months to be served in prison and 6 years on extended licence

James Morrison, aged 31 and of no fixed address, raped a young boy multiple times and threatened him to prevent disclosure of the offences. The abuse involved horrific sexual acts against a vulnerable child, including engaging in sexual activity in the child's presence and inciting the child to participate. The crimes occurred prior to his court appearance, and messages on the victim's phone led to the disclosure and subsequent police report.

Pleaded guilty to four counts of raping a child, engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child, causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, and engaging in non-penetrative sexual activity with a child. Issued with a lifetime Sexual Harm Prevention Order and must sign the sex offenders register for life. The victim was threatened, making him feel unable to report the abuse initially.

22 Nov 2023

Christopher Doughty

Robbery *

Sentence

14 years imprisonment

Christopher Doughty organised a robbery from his prison cell, targeting an elderly woman at her home in Leckford near Stockbridge in March 2020. The robbers tied the victim to her staircase, placed a pillow over her head, and stole cash, irreplaceable jewellery including a Cartier ring, Omega watch, three-string pearl necklace, David Morris pearl and diamond necklace with matching earrings, and a Military Cross medal from the Second World War. The incident left the victim feeling scared, sad, and utterly violated, with damage to her windows.

Organised the robbery from his prison cell. The victim felt extremely vulnerable and violated. A Proceeds of Crime Act hearing was dropped due to no available assets. Doughty refused to attend a related court hearing.

1 Nov 2023

October 2023 3 cases

Anthony Donald Raymond

Rape *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment and placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life

On March 4, 2022, Anthony Donald Raymond was giving a woman a lift home when he detoured to a remote location, parked, and forcibly removed her clothing before raping her. Police on routine patrol came across the incident, but Raymond fled the scene initially. He was later arrested and convicted based on the victim's testimony and evidence from officers' body-worn cameras.

Found guilty after a week-long trial. Victim's account and officers' body-worn camera footage secured the verdict. Detective Constable Martyn Powell praised the victim's courage.

20 Oct 2023

Darren John Fell

Manslaughter *

Sentence

9 years imprisonment

Darren John Fell engaged in a verbal altercation with Wayne Sheppard in New Park Street, Devizes, on July 2, 2022. Fell punched Sheppard once, causing him to fall and hit his head on the concrete floor, resulting in a severe post-traumatic brain injury. Sheppard died in hospital six days later.

Found guilty of manslaughter. The defendant showed little remorse for his actions. Victim impact statements from family highlighted the devastating effects.

6 Oct 2023

Zakiya Berrabah

Being the owner/person in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury *

Sentence

15 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months

Zakiya Berrabah's Rhodesian Ridgeback Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross attacked another dog in an alleyway near Sandy Lane/Jubilee Drive on Friday, October 27, 2023, causing wounds to the other dog's neck and ear. The owner of the attacked dog suffered an injury to his wrist and hand while trying to intervene and required treatment at Frimley Park Hospital, including anti-inflammatory medicine and antibiotics.

Pleaded guilty to the charge and must pay £300 compensation to the victim. The dog was seized by police and put down.

2 Oct 2023

August 2023 2 cases

Nhunga Damiao

Possession with intent to supply Class A drugs *

Sentence

three years and nine months imprisonment

Nhunga Damiao was found asleep at an address on Birchett Road, Farnborough, during County Lines Intensification Week on June 25. Officers seized 40 wraps of heroin and crack cocaine, along with more than £1,110 in cash, following reports of drug-related activity. He was arrested, charged, and sentenced for his involvement in drug dealing.

Pleaded guilty to all offences. Detective Sergeant Dan Lucas commented that Damiao was caught with a significant amount of drugs and cash, highlighting the harm caused by drug supply in the community.

7 Aug 2023

James Hurley

Possession with Intent to Supply *

Sentence

22 months imprisonment, suspended for 2 years, with a 12-day rehabilitation requirement and 200 hours of unpaid work

James Hurley, 29, from Houghton, was stopped by police in a black Skoda on Union Street, Winchester, on September 7, 2022, where ketamine, cocaine, and 2c-b were found in a compartment near the steering wheel, along with a locking knife. He pleaded guilty to three counts of possession with intent to supply and was later found guilty of possessing a knife in a public place. Mitigating factors included it being his first offence and personal circumstances related to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Pleaded guilty to drug offences at the earliest opportunity; first offence and out of character; influenced by acquaintances after job loss due to Covid-19; judge noted it would impact his family and was a one-time occurrence; has since found employment.

1 Aug 2023

June 2023 1 case

Dashiell Mahi

Causing grievous bodily harm with intent *

Sentence

8 years imprisonment with an additional 2 years on licence

Dashiell Mahi attacked a fellow inmate at Winchester Prison by approaching him in a cell, throwing a kettle of boiling water over him, causing injuries to the man's face, neck, and shoulder. He then punched the victim while he was on the ground. The attack was premeditated, as Mahi left his cell with the kettle hidden in a bucket and waited before striking. The victim, a man in his 20s, required hospital treatment for burns.

Pleaded not guilty but was convicted after a three-day trial. Deemed a dangerous offender by the judge. Has previous convictions for violence in prison and sexually exploiting a child.

30 Jun 2023

May 2023 1 case

Glyn Davies

Being a person in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury *

Sentence

Four months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months; 15 rehabilitation requirement days; 40 hours of unpaid work; £500 compensation

Glyn Davies, 50, of Winterthur Way, Basingstoke, was in charge of his three-year-old Cane Corso dog named Hendrix, which attacked chimney sweep Katie Foster in December 2022 at his brother's address. The dog escaped through an improperly shut kitchen door and bit her on the arms and leg, causing seven gaping wounds that required hospital treatment and left her with physical and psychological scars. Davies had previously been subject to a dog behaviour contract after an earlier attack in May 2022, requiring the dog to be muzzled, on a lead, and under proper control, but he failed to adhere to these conditions.

Pleaded guilty to one charge of being a person in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury. Judge noted failure to comply with a dog behaviour contract and efforts to prevent authorities from learning about the incident.

31 May 2023

March 2023 2 cases

Michael Howley

Not operating the boat safely *

Sentence

18 weeks in custody suspended for two years, 125 hours of community service, and £1,000 of court costs

As the owner of the now defunct Seadogz company, Michael Howley failed to ensure the safe operation of the rigid inflatable boat involved in the crash on August 22, 2020, in Southampton Water. This included issues such as inadequate seating and handholds for passengers, lack of an additional crew member, and insufficient oversight, which contributed to the collision with a navigation buoy and the resulting death of Emily Lewis, 15, and injuries to others.

Convicted of not operating the boat safely; lessons from three previous similar accidents were not learned, and the company's risk assessment was described as cursory and generic.

1 Mar 2023

Michael Lawrence

Failing to maintain a proper lookout and failing to proceed at a safe speed *

Sentence

18 weeks in custody suspended for two years, 125 hours of community service, and £1,000 of court costs

Michael Lawrence was driving a rigid inflatable boat (Rib) Seadogz that collided with a 4.5m high navigation buoy in Southampton Water on August 22, 2020, at a speed of 38.4 knots, resulting in the death of Emily Lewis, 15, and serious injuries to other passengers. He lost positional awareness due to high mental workload, operated the boat alone without additional crew, and failed to spot the buoy in time despite having 14 seconds to do so.

Found not guilty of manslaughter by gross negligence but guilty of failing to maintain a proper lookout and failing to proceed at a safe speed.

1 Mar 2023

December 2021 3 cases

Davide Lacerenza

Possession of Cocaine *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Davide Lacerenza, 25, of no fixed abode, was involved in offences related to Class A drugs in Basingstoke. The first offence occurred on September 29, involving possession of a quantity of cocaine. The second offence took place on October 10, just nine days after his release on bail, which further aggravated the case. He was already in custody at the time of sentencing.

Pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of a quantity of cocaine. The second offence was committed while on bail, and sentencing was aggravated as a result. Sentenced by Judge Paul Dugdale, with Grace McConnell as prosecutor and Adrienne Knight representing the defendant.

11 Dec 2021

Jane Byrne

Perverting the course of justice *

Sentence

30 months imprisonment

Jane Byrne attempted to pervert the course of justice by cleaning up the crime scene, disposing of the murder weapon, lying to authorities, and helping Kenneth Walker evade police following the stabbing of Craig Laurie and the attempted murder of Scott Laurie on May 12, 2021, in Popley, Basingstoke.

Acted out of vulnerability; mitigation considered based on letters from her psychiatric doctor and mother; to serve half in custody and the rest on licence.

3 Dec 2021

Kenneth Walker

Murder *

Sentence

Life imprisonment with a minimum term of 32 years and 165 days

On May 12, 2021, Kenneth Walker stabbed Craig Laurie fatally and attempted to murder his brother Scott Laurie at Walker's house in Tasmania Close, Popley, Basingstoke. Walker claimed self-defence due to fear during an argument, but the prosecution argued his actions were deliberate. He was found guilty after a trial, with witness impact statements highlighting the profound loss to the victims' family.

Showed no remorse; mitigation arguments rejected; was under the influence of alcohol and drugs at the time; prior offences include more than 100 convictions.

3 Dec 2021

January 2011 1 case

Jo Hamilton

Dishonesty *

Sentence

community sentence and £36,644 repayment

Jo Hamilton, 63, from South Warnborough in Hampshire, was wrongly convicted of dishonesty due to Horizon system errors, facing a community sentence and repaying £36,644. She lost her livelihood but was supported by her community in court.

Handed a community sentence at Winchester Crown Court; had to pay the shortfall incorrectly found by the system; conviction quashed on 23 April 2021. Community support prevented prison.

1 Jan 2011

January 2001 1 case

Allan Grimson

Murder *

Sentence

life imprisonment

Allan Grimson was jailed for the murders of naval rating Nicholas Wright, 18, from Leicestershire, and barman Sion Jenkins from Newbury, Berkshire. He was serving on board HMS Illustrious at the same time as Simon Parkes in December 1986.

Former petty officer who denied involvement in the disappearance of Simon Parkes.

1 Jan 2001

January 1998 1 case

Victor Farrant

Murder *

Sentence

whole-life sentence

Victor Farrant murdered his former girlfriend Glenda Hoskins, 44, a mother-of-three, by pushing her under the water in the bath at her luxury waterside home in Portsmouth in late 1996. He left her body in the attic, where it was discovered by her 15-year-old daughter. Six weeks earlier, he had attempted to murder Ann Fidler, 45, at her home in Eastleigh, Hampshire, shortly after his release from prison on November 7, 1995. After the murder, Farrant fled to the south of France before being apprehended.

Sentenced to life imprisonment as he was deemed so dangerous that he should never be released. He had prior convictions, including a 12-year sentence for rape and other offences in 1988. The judge, Mr Justice Butterfield, made these remarks during sentencing.

1 Jan 1998

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