Elvis Price, 46, received a six-year sentence for severely assaulting his ex-partner at an Ebbw Vale pub, including beating her with crutches after breaking her ankle. He remains at large.
Newport Man Jailed for Dating App Rape Attack
Michael Okafor, 46, has been sentenced to over six years in prison for raping a woman he met through a dating app. The attack took place in the victim’s home during summer 2023.
Newport Drug Dealers Caught After Cannabis Smell Leads to Arrest
Two Newport men have been sentenced to prison after police discovered cocaine and thousands of pounds in cash during a vehicle stop last Halloween. Jonathan Tovey (21) and Corey Gibbons (22) were arrested after officers stopped their Vauxhall Corsa, which was emanating a strong cannabis odour. During the arrest, Gibbons boasted about his drug-dealing profits, telling police he had funded …
Armed Man Jailed After Cwmbran Shopping Centre Knife Incident
A 27-year-old Cwmbran man with an extensive criminal record has been sentenced to six months in prison after being caught carrying a concealed six-inch knife at a local shopping centre.
Sex Offender Jailed Following Multiple Court Order Breaches
A Cardiff man has been imprisoned for 10 months after breaching his Sexual Harm Prevention Order and absconding from his registered address. The 31-year-old had previously received multiple chances to comply with court-ordered restrictions.
Cardiff Man Jailed for Dangerous Drink Drive Police Chase
A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to prison after leading police on a dangerous pursuit through the streets of Rumney whilst over twice the legal alcohol limit. Officers spotted Shaun Venables drink driving along Aberdarren Road, where he overtook an unmarked police vehicle before speeding away. The chase ended when Venables crashed his car on Trebanog Crescent and fled on …
Cardiff Student Jailed for Brutal Attack and Drug Dealing
A 27-year-old student who violently assaulted his ex-partner and was caught with over £3,000 worth of drugs has been sentenced to 25 months in prison at Cardiff Crown Court.
Newport Thief Jailed for Stealing Cancer Patient’s Charity Box
A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to 13 months in prison after stealing a charity collection box intended for a terminally ill cancer patient from a Newport convenience store.
Elderly Targeted in £175k Building Scam: Cardiff Man Jailed
William Hanson sentenced to over five years in prison for defrauding vulnerable homeowners through unnecessary and overpriced building work across Cardiff and Barry.
Violent Man Jailed for Threatening Baby in Domestic Abuse Case
A 20-year-old Caerphilly man has been sentenced to 35 months in a young offender institution after threatening family members, including an infant, and subjecting his ex-partner to sustained domestic abuse.
Teacher Jailed for Grooming Pupil Through Explicit Snapchat Messages
A 33-year-old supply teacher has been imprisoned for sending explicit content to a vulnerable 15-year-old student and attempting to arrange meetings for sexual activity.
Cardiff Pensioner Jailed for Sexual Assaults Against Minors
An 81-year-old Cardiff man has been handed a nine-year extended sentence for sexually assaulting two young girls, with the court noting he poses a high risk to children despite his age.