In Wales during the month of September, 75 criminals were brought to justice for serious crimes, including a murderer and a crime boss. The killer, Kieran Carter, stabbed a man in a drug debt dispute and fled to a hospital across the border to avoid capture. Lynne Leyshon, the head of a family drug dealing business, was apprehended after being on the run for 16 months for her involvement in a drug ring. Another criminal, Savannah Roberts, was jailed for hitting a cyclist with her car, leading to the victim’s leg being amputated.
Leo Payne, a sexual predator in Swansea, targeted women for rape and assault, while Vincent Brown, a homeless man, attacked hospital staff and racially abused a police officer. Christopher Moore threatened violence against his partner’s family, while Darryl Baldwin-Skeet defrauded clients out of thousands of pounds for landscaping work he never completed. Additionally, a drugs gang engaged in a massive operation to supply heroin and cocaine, with Kerry Evans identified as the mastermind.
Eifion Humphries, a convicted paedophile, breached court orders by possessing more indecent images of children. In another case, Luke Donner, a violent inmate, assaulted prison guards at HMP Berwyn. Timothy Edwards, a sex offender, attempted to meet a 12-year-old girl and sent explicit images while in prison.
Several cases involved domestic violence, with perpetrators like Carl Martin, Barry Jones, and Andrew Symons assaulting their partners in brutal attacks. In other incidents, burglaries, robberies, and drug trafficking were also highlighted, showcasing the range of criminal activities brought to justice in Wales in September.
Each case underscores the importance of law enforcement efforts in holding criminals accountable and ensuring the safety and well-being of the community. The diligent work of authorities in apprehending and prosecuting these individuals serves as a reminder of the ongoing commitment to upholding justice and protecting society from harm.