Jail Roundup: Corrupt Officers, Murderer Sentenced
A roundup of Greater Manchester court cases this week includes corrupt prison officers, a murderer, car thieves, and more, with sentences ranging from 13 months to life.
Category : Prosecution
New CCTV shows killer Levy leaving home before murder
Simon Levy, 40, convicted of murdering two women, was filmed leaving his home hours before Sheryl Wilkins' body was found. Police admit failings in remand.
Texas officer arrested in Mexico over triple murder
Texas police officer Chad Eberle arrested in Mexico, accused of killing three and injuring his child's mother in a custody dispute.
Fired Prosecutor Sues DOJ Over Trump Blog Posts
Will Rosenzweig, fired from the DOJ in September 2025, sues, claiming his termination over blog posts critical of Trump violated his First Amendment rights.
Burnham explores every option to block killers' release
PM Andy Burnham is reportedly exploring every option to block the early release of PC Andrew Harper's killers, Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers, amid public outcry.
Man jailed for unpaid €2,283 hotel bill in Spain
A 54-year-old man was sentenced to one year in prison by a Spanish court for aggravated fraud after staying at a hotel for weeks without paying his €2,283.40 bill.
Irish Jet to Dubai for Kinahan Extradition
The Irish Government jet is en route to Dubai to extradite alleged gang leader Daniel Kinahan, arrested in the UAE in April on an Irish warrant.
Man in court over Huyton crash that killed four
A man has appeared in court charged over the deaths of four men in a car crash in Huyton last month. James Diggle, 27, faces four counts of aiding and abetting causing death by dangerous driving.
Escaped child rapist Clifford Lyons Dobbie traced by police
Clifford Lyons Dobbie, a notorious child rapist who absconded from escorted leave in Perth, has been found by Police Scotland after a public appeal.
Man who bit ear off had previously battered jogger
Kieran Scholes, 21, who bit off part of a man's ear, was previously one of two teens who left a retired police officer with brain damage in an unprovoked attack.
Drug smugglers and drunks arrested at Newcastle Airport
Drug smugglers and drunks are among those who landed themselves in court after being arrested at Newcastle Airport, including a man caught with £80,000 worth of drugs.
Man charged over Huyton crash killing four men
James Diggle, 27, charged with four counts of aiding and abetting causing death by dangerous driving after July crash in Huyton, Liverpool.
Man charged over Huyton crash that killed four men
A man has been charged after a crash in Huyton killed four men last month. James Diggle, 27, faces four counts of aiding and abetting causing death by dangerous driving.
Blue's Lee Ryan seeks Supreme Court appeal over assault
Lee Ryan, from Blue, is applying to the Supreme Court after losing previous appeals over his racially aggravated assault conviction on a BA flight.
Sex offender who killed twice faces life sentence
Simon Levy, 40, was found guilty of murdering two women and raping a third. Police and court failings allowed him to remain free, and he could face a whole-life sentence.
Blue's Lee Ryan plans Supreme Court challenge over conviction
Blue singer Lee Ryan is planning a Supreme Court challenge after losing appeals over his racially aggravated assault conviction on a Glasgow flight.
Man jailed for New Year's Eve murder of sister's boyfriend
Anthony Junior Murray, 25, was sentenced to life with a minimum of 18 years for stabbing Joe Burton, 23, to death in a Bury flat on New Year's Eve.
Sex offender Levy guilty of two murders and rape
Serial sex offender Simon Levy, 40, was found guilty at the Old Bailey of murdering two women and raping a third, after police and court failures left him free.
Simon Levy guilty of murdering two women and rape
Serial sex attacker Simon Levy, 40, convicted at the Old Bailey of murdering two women and raping a third, after a 13-hour jury deliberation.
Caravan rape at Royal Windsor Horse Show: man jailed
Ryan Dinnage, 32, sentenced to 8.5 years for raping a sleeping woman in her caravan after Royal Windsor Horse Show; forensic and digital evidence linked him.
Adam Collard supported by Laura Woods in court
Laura Woods supported fiancé Adam Collard at Newcastle court as his dad faced assault charge over property row; trial delayed to November.
Man tells judge 'have a good day' after bin body plea
Steven Wales, 61, pleaded guilty to preventing the lawful burial of Paul Smith, whose body was found in a wheelie bin after an overdose. He told the judge 'have a good day'.
Teen rapist who strangled schoolgirls walks free after rehab deal
Jesse Butler, who pleaded no contest to raping and strangling two teenage girls, avoided prison after completing a rehab plan, sparking outrage and protests.
Teen charged with murder after clown doorbell footage
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a 78-year-old man was found dead with stab wounds. The teen was allegedly caught on doorbell cameras dressed as a clown, saying 'I've been looking for you.'
Ivan Toney charged with Soho nightclub assault
England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following an incident at a Soho nightclub, and will appear in court on September 24.
Ivan Toney charged with assault after Soho nightclub incident
England striker Ivan Toney charged with assault causing actual bodily harm after police investigation into Soho nightclub incident in December 2025.
Dance teacher charged with abusing underage students
Emily Pryor Albino, 23, charged with four counts of first-degree sexual abuse of a child by a person of trust and one count of sexual solicitation of a child using electronic devices.
One Punch Changes Life Forever in Newcastle Attack
A Newcastle man who punched a stranger once during an engagement celebration has been sentenced, leaving the victim with life-changing injuries.
Family of British woman found dead in Greece in 'deep pain'
The family of Elisabeth-Jane Ross, 38, found dead in a suitcase in Athens, have spoken of their 'deep pain' and remembered her as kind, principled, and selfless.
Teen Boys Arrested Over Bradford Park Rape
Two boys, aged 16 and 17, have been arrested on suspicion of rape after a 15-year-old girl reported the attack in Pitt Hill park, Bradford. Police are appealing for information.
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