Bromley and Bexley Courts Hit with Crime Wave: Top Offenders Face Justice
Thursday saw a rash of court cases at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts as locals were hauled before the magistrates for crimes ranging from assault to theft. Here’s the lowdown on who was in the dock and what sentences they faced.
Cop Attacker Gets Community Order
Saleem Bewar, 37, Sydenham
- Crime: Assaulted a police officer in Lewisham on April 24.
- Outcome: Pleaded guilty.
- Sentence: One-year community order, £100 compensation, plus £200 fine.
Harassment and Property Damage Lands Man in Court
Chez Yerrell, 26, Loughton
- Crime: Harassed a woman, damaged her property in Bexley between April 6-19.
- Outcome: Admitted guilt.
- Sentence: One-year community order.
Burglar Nabbed for Tesco Theft
Shane Lawrie, 42, Eltham
- Crime: Stole electric toothbrushes, clothes, and booze from Catford Tesco on November 21.
- Outcome: Found guilty.
- Sentence: Jailed for six months.
Vandal Jailed for Hostel Property Destruction
Paul Penfold, 57, No Fixed Address
- Crime: Destroyed property at Fairway Lodge Hostel in Catford on May 15.
- Outcome: Pleaded guilty.
- Sentence: Four weeks in jail.
Drivers Banned for Drug and Drink Offences
Sundeep Bisla, 43, Dunton Green
- Crime: Drug driving in Swanley on November 26.
- Outcome: Admitted guilt.
- Sentence: Driving ban for one year, £440 fine.
William Richards, 78, Beckenham
- Crime: Drink driving in Sandwich on March 8.
- Outcome: Pleaded guilty.
- Sentence: Banned for 17 months, fined £440.
Samuel Miller, 36, Sidcup
- Crime: Drug driving in Lewisham on January 31.
- Outcome: Pleaded guilty.
- Sentence: Driving ban for 36 months, £440 fine.
