An 18-year-old man has been locked up for life after being found guilty of killing...

Published: 12:37 pm November 18, 2025
Updated: 12:37 pm November 18, 2025

An 18-year-old man has been locked up for life after being found guilty of killing Saymore T Kwashira in Leeds.

Romaine James Gets Minimum 24 Years Behind Bars

Romaine James, from Reginald Mount, Leeds, was convicted last month at Leeds Crown Court. Today, he was handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 24 years.

Multiple Sentences for Additional Crimes

James also received jail time for other offences. These include:

  • Two years for possession of ammunition
  • Twelve months for carrying a machete
  • Two months for handling stolen goods
  • One month for criminal damage

All these sentences will run concurrently with his murder sentence.

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