Woman Imprisoned for Disfiguring Man in Violent Assault
A woman has received a prison sentence for causing lasting facial harm to a man in Worthing. The incident prompted a police response to Liverpool Road, near the Montague Centre, at around 2am on December 10, following an assault on a 43-year-old man.
Driver’s Loss of Control Sparks Head-On Collision
An incident in the town of Bognor where a drug driver lost control, triggering a devastating head-on collision on the A259 at Colworth. Keisha Barnes, at the wheel of a white Mini Cooper, confessed to potential sleepiness while driving southbound. The collision with a northbound Toyota Verso taxi resulted in severe, life-altering injuries to her […]
A murder charge has been filed following the discovery of a deceased individual in Worthing
Responders were summoned to an address on St Botolph’s Road around 6:30 pm on Friday, March 22. Tragically, the body of a 72-year-old local resident was located, with immediate family notified and receiving support from specialised personnel. Sussex Police have arrested Sukhjit Bains, 46, of Brighton Road, Southgate, Crawley, in connection with the incident.
Sussex Police Shut Down Dealer in County Lines Operation
Sussex Police’s relentless efforts to dismantle County Lines operations have resulted in the incarceration of yet another drug dealer. Alvin Satou-Boumpoutou, aged 32, fell into the police’s radar during Operation Centurion’s investigation targeting illegal drug supply in Sussex. The enforcement team executed a search warrant at Satou-Boumpoutou’s residence on St James’s Road, Croydon, on November […]
Two men involved in an Eastbourne drug line have received their sentences after their roles in a network extended from North West London …
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, two men involved in an Eastbourne drug line have received their sentences after a thorough investigation revealed their roles in a network extending from North West London to Eastbourne. The investigation, a collaborative effort between Sussex Police’s Project ADDER team and the Metropolitan Police’s Op Orochi, unearthed seven […]
Two men involved in an Eastbourne drug line have received their sentences after their roles in a network extended from North West London to Eastbourne
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, two men involved in an Eastbourne drug line have received their sentences after a thorough investigation revealed their roles in a network extending from North West London to Eastbourne. The investigation, a collaborative effort between Sussex Police’s Project ADDER team and the Metropolitan Police’s Op Orochi, unearthed seven […]
Worthing Man Imprisoned for Online Sexual Grooming of Minors
A 36-year-old man from Worthing, Jack Laingchild, has been sentenced to a four-year prison term after being convicted of grooming two underage girls through social media and engaging in unlawful sexual conduct with one of them. The incidents, which began in the summer of 2018, involved Laingchild initiating contact with the girls, then aged 14 […]
Brighton Drug-driving Incident Leads to Amputation and Prison
A van driver under the influence of drugs caused a catastrophic collision in Brighton that resulted in a motorcyclist losing his leg. James Pateman, the driver responsible for the crash, has been sentenced to ten months in prison for his actions, highlighting the severe consequences of drug driving. The collision occurred when Pateman, engaged in […]
Major Sussex Drug Bust: Danny Wilder Sentenced for £1m Drug Operation
In a significant blow to drug trafficking in Sussex, Danny Wilder, a 38-year-old resident of Vale Road, St Leonards, has been sentenced to seven years in prison following the discovery of drugs worth nearly £1 million in his possession. Wilder’s arrest came after officers observed him acting suspiciously on Cloudesley Road on Friday, 19 May. […]
Notorious Peckham Drug Dealer Captured After Four-Year Manhunt
After nearly four years on the run, a notorious drug dealer from Peckham, London, has been apprehended and sentenced to imprisonment. John Condeh, 35, was caught in a dramatic turn of events that traces back to a tip-off received by the police on July 21, 2020. Acting on an anonymous tip, law enforcement officers descended […]
Repeat Offender Ian Crockford Imprisoned for Child Abuse Images
Ian Crockford, a 52-year-old resident of Stone Lane in Salvington, has been imprisoned after being found in possession of numerous illegal child images. Previously convicted for child sex offences in 2019, Crockford was under an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) limiting his access to electronic devices and contact with vulnerable groups. In March 2023, […]
Hell’s Angels Members Jailed for Brutal Assault on Vikings Rival
Three Hell’s Angels Motorcycle Club members, Callum Shaw, Barry Brown, and Daniel Kent, have been incarcerated for a total of 19 years due to their involvement in a brutal assault in Findon, shedding light on the ongoing rivalry with the Vikings Motorcycle Club.
The altercation, which took place on Findon Road on October 8, escalated when Hell’s Angels members exited their vehicles and launched an attack on the Vikings, reportedly as retaliation for an earlier incident where Vikings members allegedly stole Hell’s Angels’ gear at a Surrey service station.
The violent encounter, which resulted in severe injuries for a 52-year-old Vikings member from Harrow, was meticulously recorded, leading to the arrest of the assailants. The victim, who faced life-threatening injuries, has fortunately made a recovery.
Shaw, a 27-year-old with no fixed abode, faced the harshest penalty, receiving a 12-year sentence for GBH, burglary, violent disorder, and carrying a knife, with an additional five-year license extension due to the crime’s severity, as determined at Lewes Crown Court.
Brown and Kent faced the court on subsequent dates, with Brown receiving a three-year sentence for violent disorder and actual bodily harm, and Kent receiving a similar sentence, plus an additional year for a related burglary, highlighting the serious consequences of motorcycle gang violence.
Investigating officer, Detective Constable Matt Watson, said: “This was a vicious attack and an incident which got out of hand very quickly.
“The significant sentences recognise the seriousness of the incident, which was in the middle of a busy street and had a profound impact on the local community. Nearby witnesses will no doubt still be affected and traumatised by what they saw.
“Shaw, Brown and Kent are dangerous individuals, and the streets are safer with them in prison.”
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West Chiltington Murder-for-Hire Plot Ends in 45-Year Sentence
In a murder-for-hire case, four people have been sentenced to a total of 45 years in prison after orchestrating an attack on a man in West Chiltington. The incident, which occurred on December 21, 2019, involved a 48-year-old man being lured outside his home and stabbed in the chest.
The emergency services rushed to the scene at Harbolets Road following a distress call about the critically injured victim. Despite being left for dead, the victim managed to seek help and survive the brutal assault.
The victim was left permanently scarred The investigation unveiled a twisted plot involving Emma Giles, her father Mark Giles Snr, her brother Mark Giles Jnr, and her then-boyfriend Sam Millis. The group conspired to eliminate the victim, motivated by Mark Giles Snr’s disapproval of his daughter’s relationship with the man.
The hired assailant, now deceased, was paid £3,000 to execute the murder. Evidence from phone and vehicle data confirmed the presence of all four conspirators near the crime scene, implicating them in the scheme.
Following a four-week trial at Lewes Crown Court, the jury found the defendants guilty of conspiracy to murder. Mark Giles Snr received a ten-year sentence, Mark Giles Jnr and Sam Millis each were sentenced to 14 years, and Emma Giles was handed a seven-year term.
The case, described by HHJ Christine Laing as extraordinary due to its unclear motive and the severe impact on the victim, highlights the dangerous lengths to which individuals will go over personal grievances. The victim’s miraculous survival underscores the severity of the crime and its lasting repercussions.
In a statement submitted to the court, the victim said: “The mental impact of this has left me in such a bad way that I don’t think I will ever fully recover. I don’t sleep and when I do I have dreams about what happened. The whole incident and especially the worry to do with having to give evidence at court and relive what happened again and again has led to me having to take medication for anxiety.
“The offence committed against me has significantly impacted on my day-to-day life. I used to have an active social life in the local area but now I stay away in case I see anyone that was involved in doing this to me. I can no longer do the things I considered normal.”
The statement continued: “I just can’t understand why people arranged for this to happen to me. We used to be friends and I loved one of the people involved. All I keep thinking is all of this could have been sorted out in other ways.”
Detective Sergeant Simon Smith said: “This was an extremely complex investigation into the betrayal of a man by the woman he loved, whose family would clearly stop at nothing to end their relationship.
“The victim in this case is extremely fortunate to have escaped with his life.
“Proving an offence such as this is challenging, but thanks to the tireless work of the investigation team we were able to gather enough evidence to tie all four to the crime and secure these significant custodial sentences.
“Had the man they paid to carry out the attack been alive, I am confident he too would have faced justice for his crimes.”
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Man Threatens Hospital Staff in Brighton: Caught & Sentenced
In a harrowing event at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, Joshua Byrne, 32, has been sentenced after threatening hospital staff with a knife in the Accident and Emergency department. The incident, which caused widespread alarm, saw Byrne wielding a knife and making threats against staff and patients, including a moment where he lunged at a security guard with the weapon.
The situation escalated when Byrne forcibly took a mobile phone from a patient and made a threatening gesture towards a nurse with the knife. Thankfully, due to the swift response of the hospital’s security team and the intervention of PC Greg Devlin and PC Max Setra from the Roads Policing Unit (RPU), who used a Taser to subdue Byrne, no one was seriously injured.
The court heard how the hospital staff displayed remarkable bravery and professionalism during the ordeal, managing to keep patients and the public safe. Her Honour Judge Christine Laing KC commended the staff and the RPU officers for their actions during the sentencing at Lewes Crown Court on February 20.
Byrne, who is unemployed and resides in Ingram Crescent East, Hove, pleaded guilty to several charges, including attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent and affray. He has been handed a five-year prison sentence, with an additional three-year extended licence period.
Photo – Sussex Police Divisional Commander Chief Superintendent Rachel Carr said: “The actions of the hospital staff and security was incredible that night.
“It was a distressing incident for everyone in the hospital, but the staff’s professional actions ensured vulnerable patients were protected.
“Byrne’s actions were highly reckless, putting his own safety and the safety of everyone else at risk.
“He was swiftly arrested, and we are pleased that a dangerous criminal has now been sentenced.”
Chief Inspector Simon Yates, Sussex Police’s force lead for knife crime and serious violence, said: “We know that there is increased concern from the public about knife crime.
“Stories in the media and social media can increase these concerns, and can lead some individuals to arm themselves with a knife in a misguided attempt to protect themselves.
“Sadly it is becoming commonplace for police officers to encounter weapons such as hunting knives and concealed weapons which have been purchased online, with few, if any, checks to prevent them being used in crime.
“We know that knife crime can destroy the lives of those impacted, their families and loved ones, and our communities.
“Those who carry them often don’t appreciate this impact, and don’t appreciate that by carrying a knife, they are far more likely to become a victim of knife crime themselves.
“It is a priority of Sussex Police to tackle knife crime and serious violence, to educate people about knife safety, and to work with partners to reduce knife crime and fear of knife crime to keep our communities safe.”
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Beloved Teacher Ann Scott Remembered: Son Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter
In a heartfelt tribute, the family of Ann Scott, a beloved teacher whose life was tragically cut short in St Leonards, have remembered her as a “popular and inspirational” figure. Ann Scott, aged 57, was discovered deceased at a residence on Hollington Old Lane at 6.42 pm on January 11th of the previous year, following concerns for her well-being.
A subsequent post-mortem examination revealed that she succumbed to catastrophic head injuries, marking a somber end to the life of a woman celebrated for her dedication to education and the positive impact she had on her students.
The investigation into her untimely death led to the arrest of her son, Joseph Scott, 18, also a resident of Hollington Old Lane, St Leonards, at the scene. He was subsequently charged with her murder, bringing a shocking twist to the already grievous event.
In a significant development in the case, Joseph Scott appeared before Lewes Crown Court on December 18th last year, where he entered a plea of guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. The court accepted his plea, acknowledging the complexities surrounding the case.
On February 22nd, in a solemn session at Lewes Crown Court, Joseph Scott was handed down a hospital order with restrictions, marking the culmination of a legal process that has drawn attention to issues of mental health alongside the mourning of a life lost.
Ann’s family said in a statement: “We will forever be affected by the traumatic nature and preventable circumstances of Ann’s death.
“Ann was a popular and inspirational teacher who was dedicated to her pupils with special educational needs. Colleagues praised her energy, insights and capacity to focus on the individual needs of each child.
“Ann was equally dedicated to advocating the welfare needs of her son, who as a young child was diagnosed with very complex needs.
“As a family we can only hope our suffering will highlight, once again, the reality that families like ours face on a daily basis to try to keep their loved ones who are in mental health crises and others around them, safe from harm.
“Finally, the family wish to thank the investigation team, led by Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell for the sensitive way in which they have conducted the investigation, police Family Liaison Officers, Victim Support Service and charity One Hundred Families for their invaluable support throughout.”
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell, from the Major Crime Team, said: “This was a tragic case for all involved and our thoughts are with Ann’s family.
“I hope today’s result gives them a degree of comfort and I ask that their privacy is respected at what will be an extremely difficult time for them.”
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Man’s 12-Hour Crime Spree Across West Sussex Ends in Jail
A man was imprisoned after engaging in criminal activities for 12 hours across West Sussex. The incident began around 4:30 pm on January 3, when police were alerted to a commotion at Pengelly Gardens in Littlehampton.
Zac Brazil, who was armed with a knife, invaded a home and threatened its occupants.
That evening, at approximately 8 pm, he forced his way into another house in Ravenscroft, Storrington, where he assaulted a woman with a knife, causing minor wounds. He also deliberately destroyed the woman’s eyeglasses by crushing them underfoot.
At the age of 26 and without a permanent residence, Brazil was found to be carrying cannabis at the time of his arrest.
The day before these incidents, he had been caught driving illegally without a license or insurance.
Brazil admitted to charges including criminal damage, common assault, affray, carrying a knife, possessing a Class B substance, refusing to comply with a preliminary test, uninsured and disqualified driving.
On February 12, he was brought before the Lewes Crown Court, where he received a sentence of three and a half years in prison and a five-year Serious Violence Reduction Order (SVRO). This order allows the police to search him in public places for weapons at any time over the next year.
Furthermore, he was banned from driving for an additional 90 months.
Detective Inspector Gary Jacobs said: “This is a deserved result for Brazil who caused distress to a number of victims.
“Not only the prison sentence, but the power of the SVRO is so important and I am proud of the team for securing yet another one.
“This shows our commitment to make sure dangerous and persistent offenders are taken off the streets.”
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Man Sentenced Over 7 Years for Horsham Glass Attack at Lewes Court
Lewes Crown Court Sentences Man to Over 7 Years for Horsham Glass Attack
Following a brutal and unprovoked assault in Horsham, a man has been sentenced to imprisonment. Keiron Everitt executed the severe attack on Rushmans Road using a pint glass.
The attack left a 23-year-old victim with permanent injuries and scars. Upon the police’s arrival at the location, Everitt expressed regret that the outcome wasn’t more severe. On February 12, at Lewes Crown Court, Everitt pleaded guilty to inflicting grievous bodily harm intentionally.
He received a sentence of seven and a half years for his actions. Details shared in court revealed that the assault occurred around 6pm on November 18 of the previous year.
Speaking after the case, Detective Constable Bav Chahal said: “Keiron Everitt is a violent offender who assaulted the victim in a vicious and unprovoked attack, leaving him with lifelong scarring.
“This custodial sentence has put a dangerous criminal behind bars, which I hope provides some reassurance to the victim.
“This kind of violence will not be tolerated in Sussex, and we were determined to get justice for the victim.”
Everitt, 37, of Longford Road, Bognor, is now serving his sentence.
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Rye Resident Sentenced to Four Years for Violence and Drug Crimes
In a significant crackdown on drug-related violence in Rye, a local man has been sentenced to more than four years in prison following a series of serious offenses. The sentencing marks a pivotal moment in the local law enforcement’s efforts to combat drug and violence crimes within the community.
In late September 2022, law enforcement authorities executed a search warrant at a residence on Pottingfield Road, Rye, in response to growing concerns over drug-related criminal activities in the area. The search led to the discovery of drug paraphernalia, around £360 in cash, and multiple mobile phones, indicating the presence of illicit drug activities.
The investigation quickly centered around Leon Dodson, 25, who was found at the property. A thorough examination of the evidence, including messages on the seized phones, revealed Dodson’s involvement in the supply of narcotics and related criminal acts.
The case against Dodson escalated in May 2023, following reports of a stabbing incident at the Queens Head Hotel in Rye, where two men were injured. The subsequent police investigation resulted in Dodson’s arrest and charges including grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of an offensive weapon, affray, and criminal damage.
Further investigations linked Dodson to the supply of Class A and Class B drugs, leading to additional charges in October 2023. The charges were in connection with the earlier search warrant and highlighted Dodson’s role in the local drug trade, particularly concerning cocaine and cannabis supply.
Dodson’s legal battles culminated at Lewes Crown Court on 4 November, where he was initially sentenced to 58 months in prison after pleading guilty to the charges related to the violent offenses. In a subsequent hearing on 29 January, Dodson received an additional sentence for the drug-related crimes, which will run concurrently with his initial sentence, totaling 58 months’ imprisonment.
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