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Here is the latest round-up of those who have been in court in Devon this week. There's the usual bundle of drink and drug drive cases - whilst one man was ordered to pay compensation for stealing meat from a Tesco in North Devon. Woman in court after Bideford 'armed police incident' saw five people arrested, Five people were arrested after the armed police incident but only one has been charged, Brixham teen died after falling 300ft from Snowdonia peak, Christopher Wilson, 18, and his dad likely followed the steep 'goat track', Child sex abuser left victim with 'life-long torment', I found my voice. His victim was just 11 when the offending started and included crimes that today would be charged as rape. Corey Frederick Mark Soper, Holland Drive, Pinhoe, Exeter. An 87-year-old will probably die in jail after being convicted of multiple serious sexual offences against a child. Harcourts Integrity Team Real Estate Services v . Mohammed Ali Tucker, Wick Road, Brislington, Bristol. Disqualified for holding or obtaining a driving licence for six months. Here DevonLive looks back at some of the best comments and exchanges involving judges at Exeter Crown Court in recent times. On 06/09/2021 at Barnstaple without lawful excuse, destroyed front door glass window and damaged motor vehicle. Nigel Ronald Brackley, No Fixed Abode. Whatsapp Video 2023-02-20 At 16.28.09 Trim. Grigore Tiosa took a job to make money for his family but should never have been behind the wheel. They claimed the law did not apply to them because the land belonged to God. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Experts examined it and found it could be fired, although no ammunition was discovered. On 12/09/2021 at Exeter assaulted an emergency worker, namely a police officer, acting in the exercise of her functions as such a worker, by beating her. "You've written a letter. "This is ludicrous. Age: 52. Plea: Guilty. Devon cannabis grower spun web of lies to buy large house and flash cars. A cannabis grower made more than 150,000 from producing drugs and spun a web of lies to hide the truth about the source of his cash. Plea: Guilty. In November a jury member claimed he was a Freeman of the land and did not need to take part in proceedings. The 29-year-old, of Homefield Road in Heavitree, Exeter, was jailed for nine months. Fined 40. DevonLive looks at cases from the magistrates' courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot and Barnstaple. On 25/02/2021 at Bideford stole a bank card. Torridge councillors urge MPs to appeal wild camping ban on Dartmoor. On 23/04/2021 at Paignton assaulted an emergency worker, namely police community support officer, acting in the exercise of his functions as such a worker, by beating. Reason for custody: the stalking was sophisticated, planned and premeditated and involved attaching a tracker to the victim's car. Plea: Guilty. 17:09, 27 FEB 2023. Darren Lee Harmsworth, Water Lane, Tiverton. Court reporter for DevonLive and SomersetLive. Police found half a kilo of cocaine hidden in the engine compartment of a car stopped in Newton Abbot. Age: 42. Elizabeth Avenue, Stoke Hill, Exeter. The victim warned him several times to stop pestering people. Josef Macnamara had no legitimate signs of income. Plea Guilty. Stuart Hood, from Okehampton, sexually abused a boy and two teenage girls. Our office is open between the hours of 8 AM to 5 PM except holidays and weekends. Jamie Insull from Torquay has been jailed for violence (Image: Devon & Cornwall Police) A. Largely speaking it's total gibberish. The Voice (North Devon) is United Kingdom (UK) based Radio Station. 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Singing River Health System v. Amy Brand, Individually and as Administratrix of the Estate of Debbie Edwards, Deceased, and on Behalf of all Wrongful Death Beneficiaries of Debbie Edwards, Deceased and April Kattawar. Thread starter Latest News; Start date 10 minutes ago; Status Not open for further replies. Liam Brian Coxy Kemp, c/o Wells Street, Paignton. Disqualified from holding or obtaining a driving licence for 30 months. Simon moved to the converted barn with his wife Anya four years ago Cases have been heard in Exeter, Barnstaple and Newton Abbot, Get the best and latest crime stories with our Court Insider newsletter. Family Law Center - 5th Floor. He chased one with a horse whip and stripped another naked. Have treatment for drug dependency. The Exmoor Squirrel Project in Devon says the red nut-eaters can boom again here - if we eat their grey relatives. Rehabilitation Activity Requirement up to 15 days. Discharged conditionally for 12 months. Associate Judge Kate Stone. Plea: Guilty. Age: 37. Connor Sams-Hurst, Grendon Road, Exeter. Fined 325. Fined 46. Drink drivers, drug drivers and drivers unfit to get behind the wheel were among those sentenced recently in Devon's magistrates' courts. Fined 392. We are an independent branch of government constitutionally entrusted with the fair and just resolution of disputes in order to preserve the rule of law and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States and this State. "If I was a member of the public, hearing that two robberies had been caught in whole or in part on CCTV with modern slavery being considered. Sometimes the remarks come at the end of a long trial through which the judge has had to endure a far-fetched defence. Conviction of an offence while a community order made possessing a controlled drug of Class B cannabis. Van driver stopped at McDonald's gave police false identity documents. To pay compensation of 500. Community order made. Plea: Guilty. On 28/10/2022 at Exeter assaulted an emergency worker namely police officer by beating him. Everyone agrees it is more efficient. Fined 252. Devon schools shut during NEU teacher strikes on Thursday, Devon County Council currently has 19 schools listed to fully or partially close tomorrow, Exeter's 'worst road surface' won't be repaired until summer, St Katherine's Road in Beacon Heath, used by both motorists and cyclists, is described as 'possibly one of the worst for the entire length in the city for potholes', Benefits, energy bills and taxes all rising within weeks, Millions of households this spring can expect rises to broadband, water and council tax to name a few, Exeter Chiefs line up Harry Williams replacementfrom Premiership rivals, Rob Baxter set to raid rival Premiership club for 21 stone tighthead prop, Locked up in February: 13 Devon criminals taken off our streets, DevonLive looks at the criminals jailed at Exeter Crown Court in February 2023, Cranbrook is getting bigger with 1,035 new homes and traveller pitches planned, The plans include a new primary school for more than 400 pupils, as well as permanent pitches for travellers, sports pitches, shops, restaurants and a neighbourhood centre, One of Devon's most incredible homes is for sale and the views are astonishing, The exceptional property boasts a private jetty and mooring, a cinema, bar and entertainment room, and unrivalled waterfront views - and will set you back more than 7 million, Exeter lifeline under threat in brutal new cuts plan, YMCA Exeter could lose more than 150,000 in vital funding if Devon County Council budget cuts go ahead. DevonLive looks at recent criminal cases from the magistrates' courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot, Plymouth and Barnstaple. To pay a surcharge to fund victim services of 128. Judge Kenneth E. Newell. On 25/8/2020 at Torquay with intent to cause harassment, alarm or distress used threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour or disorderly behaviour and the offence was racially aggravated. "The pre-sentence report says that you seem to love drama and that's why you behave how you do," said the judge. Fined 400. Exeter Chiefs line up Harry Williams replacementfrom Premiership rivals, Rob Baxter set to raid rival Premiership club for 21 stone tighthead prop, Locked up in February: 13 Devon criminals taken off our streets, DevonLive looks at the criminals jailed at Exeter Crown Court in February 2023, Cranbrook is getting bigger with 1,035 new homes and traveller pitches planned, The plans include a new primary school for more than 400 pupils, as well as permanent pitches for travellers, sports pitches, shops, restaurants and a neighbourhood centre, One of Devon's most incredible homes is for sale and the views are astonishing, The exceptional property boasts a private jetty and mooring, a cinema, bar and entertainment room, and unrivalled waterfront views - and will set you back more than 7 million, Exeter lifeline under threat in brutal new cuts plan, YMCA Exeter could lose more than 150,000 in vital funding if Devon County Council budget cuts go ahead. Devon Archer, whose conviction was reinstated by Wednesday's ruling, had partnered with Hunter Biden in Rosemont Seneca, a Washington-based investment firm. Suckley appeared at Exeter Crown Court to be sentenced for a total of five offences. We have 16-year-olds who got involved in the things shown in the footage. Committed to prison for four months suspended for 24 months. On 29/03/2021 at Exeter drove a motor vehicle, namely a Hyundai i10 on a road, namely Topsham Road, when the proportion of a controlled drug, namely delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (thc), in blood, namely levels no less than 6.1 of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (thc), exceeded the specified limit. DevonLive looks at cases from the magistrates' courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot, Plymouth and Barnstaple. Discharged conditionally for 12 months. Age: 37. The 22-year-old admitted dangerous driving and jailed for 10 months at Exeter Crown Court. Latest News 0. Live Court Streams. Fined 40. thomas and alba tull; virginia barber wife of hugh o'brian. A 26-year-old Exeter man was jailed for raping a 12-year-old boy. Here DevonLive looks at recent hearings at the magistrates' courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot and Barnstaple. On 06/09/2021 at Exeter stole two laptops, to the value of 1,493, belonging to John Lewis. Alastair Michael Joseph Harrison c/o Magdalen Street, Exeter. DevonLive routinely report what happens in court as part of making sure the system works fairly. Dee Rigler landed up to four blows on the head of the victim while shouting 'I'm going to f*****g kill you'. He pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine with intent to supply and was jailed for two years and three months at Exeter Crown Court. Ambulance delays linked to deaths of two Devon women, The deaths of two women at hospitals in Devon are likely to raise questions over the effects of pressure on ambulance service, Latest from Devon Magistrates' Courts: Dangerous dog and violent doctors surgery assault, Devon magistrates list: Driver who caused death of devoted dad in court, Mark Colwill's family say he will forever be in their hearts after his tragic death in a collision in Holsworthy, Chinese takeaway knifeman among latest Devon criminals in court. Plea: Guilty. 105; Tedorsha Balajadia, Court . See more of Devon Live on Facebook News & Media Website The ceremonial county comprises the unitary authority areas of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole and Dorset . I would probably want to know what is going on. 15:48, 23 FEB 2023. A 33-year-old man from Torquay went berserk by beating up a woman in her home and throwing a tin of paint at her head. He told the court that video links were not 'optional Zoom get togethers or parties'. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. To pay compensation of 100. On 17/9/2022 within Totnes . Committed to prison for six weeks suspended for 12 months. Michael John Griffiths, No Fixed Abode, Age: 47. Age: 28. Listen Live United Kingdom (UK) FM, AM, DAB, Web and Internet Radio Stream. Judges hear all sorts of criminal cases - and all manner of excuses. Age: 21. Devon. Carry out unpaid work for 80 hours. Delivery driver killed dad on A38 after driving 17 hours straight, Sex fiend, 30, forced himself on girl half his age on park bench, Woman stabbed gran with shard of glass taped to piece of wood, Court reporter for DevonLive and SomersetLive, Stock image of police stopping and arresting a motorist. Fined 300. Committed to prison for 12 weeks. "They entered guilty pleas with none of them saying any more than that they were scared. "Your life is like a TV drama that had run its course and been cancelled. Torquay have lost three games on the trot now and are deeply embroiled in a relegation battle and looks like it could go down to the wire. Laurence Higgs had been a friend of the victim for 15 years but caused mayhem by repeatedly punching and kicking her. I'm sorry if that sounds patronising but you sound like you need a bit of patronisation.". Community order made. Nicholas Robert Lock, Redwell Road, Paignton. Whether you're traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including WiFi and parking. DevonLive looks at recent criminal cases from the magistrates' courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot, Plymouth and Barnstaple. It is irrational garbage.". Alcohol Treatment Requirement. DevonLive looks at recent criminal cases from the magistrates' courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot, Plymouth and Barnstaple. Kerry Louise Keenan, Iddesleigh Terrace, Dawlish. Age: 26. "Are you the sort of person who cannot pick up a phone and call someone? Torquay have lost three games on the trot now and are deeply embroiled in a relegation battle and looks like it could go down to the wire. Latest News From Devon & Cornwall Police - Incidents & Reports - Cornwall Live frontpage News Devon and Cornwall Police Devon and Cornwall Police is the territorial police force responsible. 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Nicola Hopkins, River Drive, Cullompton. But Higgs responded with more blows, smashing a mirror and throwing the paint. To pay compensation of 80. Our in court section is supported by the office of Alison Hernandez, the elected Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Age: 36. DevonLive looks back at some of the best comments made by exasperated judges in recent times. Last month, a court . Further checks showed he was a disqualified driver. On 31/03/2021 at Exeter drove a motor vehicle, namely a white Volkswagen on a road, namely the A380 Telegraph Hill, when the proportion of a controlled drug, namely benzoylecgonine (bze), in your blood, namely 124 ug/l, exceeded the specified limit. On 04/09/2021 at Exeter in a public place, namely Fever nightclub, Mary Arches Street, were guilty, while drunk, of disorderly behaviour. These are the sorts of feeble excuses I employed at school to explain why I hadn't done my homework. Here's the latest list of cases to be heard at the magistrates' courts in Devon. Plea: Guilty. The courts produce plenty of news - and you can keep up to date with cases in our dedicated Facebook group. He was caught after two other members of the gang were arrested in Exeter. Plea: Guilty. Write a review Add photo devon live courts. On 21/02/2022 at Barnstaple assaulted an emergency worker acting in the exercise of his functions as such a worker, by beating him. To pay compensation of 200. Those include one count of first-degree murder after deliberation and 29 counts of attempted first-degree murder. Devon magistrates court latest: Drink drivers and murder accused, DevonLive looks at recent hearings at the magistrates' courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot and Barnstaple, Woman in court after Bideford 'armed police incident' saw five people arrested, Five people were arrested after the armed police incident but only one has been charged, Exeter murder victim named as police charge suspect, Devon and Cornwall Police say a 74-year-old from the city died at the scene in Ludwell Valley Park, Devon magistrates: Stalking and murder charges heard in court, Devon magistrates list: Assaults on police and man accused of murder. Community order made. devonlive.com - Rob Kershaw 20h. Age: 35 On 19/11/2022 at Exeter stole a jumper, belonging to Salt Rock, valued at 64. State of Mississippi Judiciary. Home. The court is prepared to suspend the sentence as there is a real prospect of rehabilitation and in light of the defendant's personal mitigation including the help taken to address his breakdown. Shuri Dutt, Manchester Street, Exmouth. On 04/09/2021 at Exeter used threatening or abusive words or behaviour or disorderly behaviour within the hearing or sight of a person. The violence happened after boozed-up Rigler made a series of bizarre and lewd comments during a drunken walkabout in Bideford. In 1880 Lord Revelstoke built a stick court at Membland Hall in Devon. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. On 25/11/2020 at Exeter used towards a male threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour with intent to cause that person, to believe that immediate unlawful violence would be used against him, by any person, or to provoke the immediate use of unlawful violence by him, whereby that person was, likely to believe that such violence would be used, or it was likely that such violence would be provoked. Verdict: Found Guilty. Between 07/06/2020 and 21/08/2020 at Exeter your course of conduct amounted to stalking and caused a female serious alarm or distress, which had a substantial adverse effect on her usual day-to-day activities when you knew or ought to have known that your course of conduct would cause alarm or distress to her on each occasion in that between 7th June and 21st August 2020, you sent texts and flowers to her and turned up unexpectedly in the same place as her. Plea: Guilty. A dangerous boyfriend went berserk attacking his partner, trashing a flat and punching a neighbour who came to help. To pay a surcharge to fund victim services of 40. The owner of a beauty salon in Paignton was thrown across the room and badly injured when a drunk driver mounted the pavement and crashed through the front window. Failed without reasonable excuse to comply with a community requirement of a suspended sentence order made by Exeter Magistrates Court on 26/10/2022 imposed for driving while disqualified and assault by beating. Plea: Guilty. News By Paul Greaves Court reporter for DevonLive and SomersetLive 16:00,. Lord Dufferin and Ava built an indoor stick court at Rideau Hall, Ottawa in 1875 and later in India at Simla and Cooch Bihar. 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