A Crown Court deals with serious criminal cases, for example: You can see what cases a court is hearing each day and check their progress on the court lists. 'She would have been known and recognised by many people.'. His Twitter account describes him as an 'international playboy' and 'self-made billionaire'. DATA COLLECTION - CROWN COURT ONLY (across all locations of the Crown Court, 9 January to 30 June 2023) Please Common assault / Racially or religiously aggravated common assault/ Common assault on emergency worker I had a lot of love for Stephen Bear when we were filming together but he is not someone I wanted a relationship with in the real world. Sarah Lloyd-Jones, her mother, has no mental health issues which substantially reduces her responsibility, says the judge. 'If he did it or not, which I believe he did, that is no way to act. Most of the votes were for 'pink', and the account later posted a short video of Bear, apparently inside a vehicle and wearing the pink suit that he wore on the first day of his trial. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? She added: "Both parents had a duty of care, both were equally responsible. She also claimed the Ex on the Beach star did not have a 'fair trial'. Please click 'Create Account and Subscribe' to create a new account and subscribe to our email alerts. She said: "The sentence should be adjourned for the wait to prepare this report. Defending Bear, Gemma Rose, said Bear's behaviour at the trial was his way of dealing with the pressure of the case. She said a pre-sentencing report has diagnosed him with ADHD, anxiety and a depressive disorder, with ADHD dominant in his behaviour. "I hope this puts anyone off committing this sort of crime and I hope for anyone else who's been a victim of it, it gives them some sort of justice. Ms Carey said uploading the video to OnlyFans was "not an impulsive act," but deliberate action on Bear's part, as Georgia repeatedly asked him not to share the video. By clicking "OK" or continuing to use this site, you agree that we may collect and use your personal data and set The 32-year-old stood trial at Chelmsford Crown Court accused of sharing a video online of him and his ex-girlfriend Georgia Harrison having sex. During his police interview, Bear claimed Ms Harrison laughed about the sex video when he showed it to her in the garden and said he 'put in a good performance'. The court is based at The Castle in Chester. By posting your comment you agree to the house rules, By
He claimed his intention that day 'was to catch up with a friend sex was a bonus and the footage was quite funny to watch back'. Instead of apologising, he put his subscription price up from 25 to 50,' she told the court. By clicking 'Sign in and Subscribe' you agree to us subscribing you to our newsletter in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Legal Notice.Emails, which may be sent daily or less frequently, may include marketing elements. He was wrong.'. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. It was there for the asking. 16:37:24 Father told Kaylea to stop screaming 'during her last hours' Giving a recap of the events, the judge said he's satisfied Bear knew his CCTV cameras were recording the pair in their intimate act. Greater Manchester court cases and proceedings are carried out across the region at Manchester Crown Court, Minshull Street Crown Court, Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court, and. Stephen Bear has received 21 months in prison after being found guilty of voyeurism and guilty to two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films with intent to cause distress. A West Los Angeles man was sentenced today to 48 months in federal prison - plus an additional 28 months of home confinement - for orchestrating a decades-long, multimillion-dollar telemarketing scheme that defrauded more than 50,000 victims, including small businesses and charities, by posing as their regular supplier of printer toner and selling them toner at greatly inflated prices. "She accepts that she owed her daughter a duty of care, and that she did breach that duty by failing to take reasonable care for her daughter's health and welfare needs.". Keep up with all the latest on Stephen Bear on our dedicated page. Click here to sign-in and subscribe via a link sent to your email. 'I was fighting a losing battle and it is what it is. The Crown Court lists are reproduced under licence from the Secretary of State for Justice. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. Harrison, who waived her right to anonymity in order to help other victims of these offences, was unaware that Bear had recorded them both having sex by using a CCTV camera which had been set up. UPDATED 16:13, 28 Feb 2023. The accompanying text with the post said, in block capitals: '50% off my adult site for the next 24 hours. The post included an emoji of a smiling purple devil and a link to his website. Han is scheduled to be sentenced on Aug. 18, 2021, while Lu and Hu are scheduled to be sentenced on June 28, 2021, and June 27, 2022, respectively. Thursday 02 March 2023 20:00. 'The truth will come out you never had a fair trial. In actual fact, the hearing had been moved to today as Bear served a statement late, Ms Carey said. 2023 BBC. We cover the latest appearances, trials and sentences in Cardiff. 'She asked for a copy of it. Prosecuting, Jacqueline Carey told the court that Bear was financially motivated for sharing the video of him and Georgia on OnlyFans. Kaylea had not been seen by any medical professional in the nine months prior to her death, the court was told, and the evidence of a doctor was that the "consequences of neglect" were the worst he had seen in 30 years of practice. Why was Kaylea allowed to be absent from school for that time? The video later appeared on a number of sites, including OnlyFans, prompting Georgia to contact Essex Police, whereby an investigation was carried out by Essex Police Domestic Abuse Investigation Team. 'And he was the only one to profit from the subscription hike. 'I hope that this puts anyone off committing this sort of crime and I hope for anyone else whos been a victim of it gives them some sort of justice. In the photo, taken on the first day of his trial, Bear wore a pink suit, black fur jacket and sunglasses. A Crown Court can give a range of sentences including: If you disagree with the Crown Courts verdict, you may be able to appeal. 'You can't try to shame and manipulate people to satisfy yourself. Teen girl 'forced to have abortion after being raped in forest' Crime. Most of the votes were for pink, and the account later posted a short video of Bear, inside a vehicle and wearing the pink suit he wore on the first day of his trial. With Edward Jewesbury, John Flanagan, Dorothy Vernon, Alastair Mackenzie. Ms Rees said it was not a "lapse" in care, but "repeated negligent conduct in the face of obvious suffering". Thursday 02 March 2023 20:10. Preston. 'Todays sentence is a vindication of what Ive been put through and sends a clear message that the police and the courts take this matter very seriously,' she added. Stephen Bear is due to appear in Chelmsford Crown Court at 11.30am this morning for sentencing. Bear was originally due to be sentenced in January, but a judge granted time of a psychiatric report to be conducted on the reality TV star. During his trial last year, Bear had moaned: 'In my opinion from the very beginning it was never a fair trial, what the press said against me. Kaylea weighed 22st 13lb with a BMI of 70 at the time of her death and her body was discovered inside her bedroom in conditions described as unfit for any animal. Voyeurism carries a two-year maximum prison sentence and disclosing private sexual images also carries a maximum two-year prison sentence. Destruct, Destruct: Part 1: Directed by Bob Hird. Stephen Bear's mental health diagnosis was revealed this afternoon as a pre-sentencing report diagnosed him with ADHD, anxiety and a depressive disorder, with ADHD dominant in his behaviour. "To think Kaylea was able to attend school just months before she died is heartbreaking. To see how, and to learn how to control cookies, In mitigation for Lloyd-Jones, Lewis Power KC said his client had an "epiphany of insight into her actions", leading to her guilty plea. 'I was upset by the way he disrespected me and I had been there for him and he kissed another girl who was my friend. It was a bit embarrassing because it was my clothing launch.'. I don't know of any other video that's been uploaded.'. The prosecution are asking you to convict him because the evidence proves he is guilty.'. The court heard that Kaylea was "eating, sleeping and defecating" from her bed. It included a smiling purple devil emoji, and a link to his website. Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know, School warns pupils could be expelled over protest that got out of control, Dismantled caravan dumped at beauty spot in 'outrageous' case of fly-tipping. We don't have an account for this email address. Georgia said Bear's sentence was a "vindiction" of what she had been through. A former prison officer has been jailed for 16 months after having an "emotional and sexual" relationship with an inmate. "They never asked for help they didn't get. People who act otherwise than in accordance with their duties in public office will be brought to justice., Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Check back for the latest news on convictions and trials in the UK and around the world.
Bear showed up to court for his trial every day in a rented Rolls Royce, with increasingly exaggerated outfits including a full suit, fur coats, cane and cigars. "Martin would have known that her actions represented a clear breach of that trust, created a serious conflict of interest, and entirely compromised her position. She thought it had reached the end of it she said, "Don't worry, he has deleted it". This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Ahead of his sentencing later today, we take a look back at his string of controversies that led up to his conviction for sharing a video of himself and his ex-girlfriend having sex. Ms Smith has her own OnlyFans site, as well as around one million followers on Instagram. Bear's Twitter account describes him as an 'international playboy' and 'self-made billionaire'. 'I want to commend Georgia Harrison for the bravery and determination she has shown throughout this case,' she said. Georgia addressed the press outside court following Stephen Bear's sentencing. An introduction to the Crown Court, the different roles within it and how a trial at the court works.To find out more about studying Law, Criminology or Fore. He says "by the time of her death she was lying in her own filth surrounded by flies that bothered her and maggots that fed on her" and "the stench created by her body that rotted away alive", as well as drying excrement. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? 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As Bear was led to the cells, the remorseless influencer was heard saying: 'Have a good evening, enjoy your weekends everyone.'. That is why he put the price up, so he could make a quick buck.'. I said, "of course I will send you a copy", it was 20 minutes long. In a statement after the sentencing, Dean Quick of the Crown Prosecution Service said: "No child should have to endure these types of living conditions or the extensive level of suffering faced by Kaylea. She said Bear's crimes and brazen attitude during his trial showed utter contempt for the pain he inflicted. The court also heard a series of text messages between Kaylea and her mother in August and September 2020, in which she asked for help with "incontinence needs". The judge says he is happy to place the defendants in category B of the sentencing guidelines, which means a sentence of between eight and 12 years in prison. She said Ms Harrison told her not to worry as Bear had promised he would delete the video. Ms Carey told the court that Bear upped his OnlyFans subscription price after it began to attract attention from people talking about the video online, increasing it from seven to 50 dollars before logging in 90 minutes later to reduce it to 20. He had been found to have "issues of delusions of grandeur" and disorded thinking, with reports suggesting he has "detatchment from reality," Miss Rose told the court. The judge said: "In her last hours, the night before Kaylea's body was found cold and dead, her father heard her screaming. The latest Hull Crown Court news including who has been convicted and sentenced. The couple are to be sentenced at Swansea Crown Court before High Court Judge Mr Justice Griffiths, whose sentencing remarks will be broadcast to the public on TV and online. He adds "in all of that time, things went from bad to worse" and both parents were to blame. While his biggest claim to fame was his Celebrity Big Brother win 2016, but he became known for a number of disturbing antics. Giving evidence during the trial at Chelmsford Crown Court, Ms Harrison said he also kissed one of her friends after a clothing event she held. He said Bear "wished to exploit the economic value of the recording". Subscribe to our email alert of the day's top stories from the UK and around the world. Bear was arrested in January 2021 on his birthday at Heathrow Airport following a trip to Dubai, and charged in May. . The former Celebrity Big Brother winner was seen taking selfies with fans and singing Lady in Red when a reporter attempted to question him. "The crown have cited Mr Bear's behaviour at trial and I believe a psychiatric report will provide some context.". Ms Harrison today said Bear's perverted actions turned her from a 'happy-go-lucky' person to someone who suffers panic attacks. 'He is not charged with being a self-obsessed show-off. I was used in such a terrible way. The fact that Alun Titford chose to absent himself from the care of Kaylea, does not give him an excuse.". Those questions are part of a multi-agency review that is taking place.". In the clip he gave a thumbs up, and text over the video said that 'pink won the vote'. ", After being sentenced to prison, Bear wishes the court a good weekend, saying: "have a good weekend everyone.". The footage was captured on CCTV cameras in Bear's garden in Loughton in Essex in 2020. 'I can't explain the shame I felt. 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Love Island star Georgia Harrison spoke of her relief after her ex-boyfriend Stephen Bear was jailed today for posting revenge porn of her. How the abhorrent neglect of a vulnerable teen was hidden from the outside world. ", As Stephen entered the court, a member of the public was heard shouting: "F**ing scumbag.". It is brazen and he knows what he has done.'. Judge Christopher Morgan jailed Bear, 33, for 21 months and gave him a restraining order not to contact Ms Harrison. She said: "I just want to say that I'm happy and relieved that this matter is finally over. Stay informed. Kaylea Titford was 22st when she was found dead in 'abhorrent conditions' by paramedics at her home in Newtown, Powys, in October 2020. Judge Morgan, sentencing Bear, said the shamed TV personality 'wished to exploit the economic value of the recording' of Bear and Ms Harrison having sex. By clicking 'Create Account and Subscribe' you agree to us creating an account for you and subscribing you to our newsletter in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Legal Notice.Emails, which may be sent daily or less frequently, may include marketing elements. cookies to improve your experience and customise advertising. Georgia Harrison told of how her worst nightmare came true when the video of herself and Bear was shared with the world. The parents of a 16-year-old girl who died following "shocking" neglect have been jailed. 'All I know is a 20-minute video I had at the time. Following the sentencing, Hannah von Dadelszen, deputy chief crown prosecutor for CPS East of England praised the reality star for her courage and dignity. Stay informed. When events occur in Court this page will be updated. Kaylea's mother Sarah Lloyd-Jones admitted the same charge and was sentenced to six years. Her mother, Sarah Lloyd-Jones, 40, admitted manslaughter by gross negligence last year, while her father, Alun Titford, 45, denied the charges and was found guilty after a trial in January. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. A multi-agency review into Kaylea's death will seek to find out why she was allowed to be absent from school for so long and why local services did not go further in their attempts to help her, reports Sky News' correspondent Becky Cotterill. You have rejected additional cookies. Court Number. The reality star's father, Stephen Bear was seen arriving at Chelmsford Crown Court where his son will be sentenced after he was found guilty of voyeurism and two courts of disclosing private sexual photographs or films without consent. Dont worry we wont send you spam or share your email address with anyone. Between November 2020 and March 2021, Martin sent the prisoner a parcel containing high-value designer clothing and footwear. Count 1 is a voyeurism charge, count 2 regards sending the video on WhatsApp to someone. She said it must be online and it was not just people showing it.'. Kaylea attended Newtown High School, where she was described by staff as funny and chatty, but she did not return after the coronavirus lockdown in March 2020. To view the Daily Court Status of other Crown Court Centres that have XHIBIT return to the Court List. 'Todays sentence is a vindication of what Ive been put through and sends a clear message that the police and the courts take this matter very seriously,' she said in statement outside Chelmsford Crown Court today. sheffield crown court. Celebrity Big Brother star Stephen Bear was found guilty of voyeurism and two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films after uploading footage of himself and Love Island star Georgia Harrison having sex in his back garden. Magistrates Courts deal with offences where the maximum permitted sentence for each offence does not exceed six months imprisonment or one year if two or more offences are to be considered. It deals with major cases from through the Chester and sometimes wider Cheshire area. Sky News was following the proceedings in Swansea Crown court all day - scroll back through to read updates as they happened. The pervert was grilled by one female journalist as he strolled towards court, who asked the sex offender: 'Have you got nothing to say to Georgia Harrison?'. Kaylea had spina bifida, which left her with little feeling from the waist down and limited her mobility, and had used a wheelchair from a young age. The footage was captured on CCTV cameras in Bear's . Her parents "failed to get her a wheelchair to replace the one she had grown out of", leaving her bedridden, he says. "Revenge porn is a crime that affects so many people," she added. The Daily Court Status can be seen here everyday from 10:00 am. Prisoner Stephen Benson has been charged with Grievous Bodily Harm against fellow inmate William Parker.William Gaunt and Ralph Bates make guest appearances.. "Her father's reaction to the screaming was to text her telling her to stop, twice. Martin even advised the inmate how he could dispose of the phone by saying: "If anyone comes, youll just have to flush it" - and purchased a top-up for the device. Copyright 1997 - 2023 NewsNow Publishing Limited. If you have a tip-off about an upcoming case then contact us at newsdesk@walesonline.co . He thought he could commit appalling crimes in Essex and get away with it. It will take only 2 minutes to fill in. To help us improve GOV.UK, wed like to know more about your visit today. The judge described Kaylea's conditions as "unbearable", pointing to the "stench of rotting flesh" and incontinence pads designed for puppies that were left sodden with bodily fluids underneath her. Well send you a link to a feedback form. During his trial, Bear's Twitter account posted a '50 per cent off' deal for his adult entertainment website alongside a photo of him arriving at court accompanied by his girlfriend Ms Smith. Wed like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services. The trial heard that when she was found dead at her home on 10 October 2020 she was morbidly obese, weighing nearly 23 stone (146 kg). You can't pretend that taking intimate videos and sharing them without consent is OK - it's not. Tom Cotterill For Mailonline
Liverpool. But he says: "I accept that she struggled with the care of Kaylea.". Count one is a voyeurism charge and count two regards sending the video on WhatsApp to someone. He was subsequently found guilty of voyeurism and two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films by a jury in December 2022. Sign up for a FREE NewsNow account and get our email alert of the day's top stories from the UK and around the world. He was the only person who had access by December 7. 'I am also calling on the organisations who were not in court today, to step up and take some responsibility for what has happened. Alun Titford, Kaylea's father, is sentenced to seven years and six months in prison, serving five years in custody before being released on licence. Defending Stephen Bear, Gemma Rose, said that he wants to return to the job he had before getting into TV. She told how everywhere she went people were talking about the video. As well as having her family and friends knowing of the video, Georgia said she had to deal with Bear "ridiculing" her on social media, and doing impressions of her crying. "It shows that Sarah Lloyd-Jones was fully aware, and did not do anything about it," Ms Rees said. The judge said Bear would have also known the "economic value" of Georgia, a well known TV personality, being in the video. She described the reality TV world as "toxic" and pressured, and said Mr Bear's "behaviours" have allowed him to get more work. The reality starwas also ordered to sign the sex offenders' register and will be subject to notification requirements for 10 years.
Ms Carey said Bear uploaded the sex tape 'either himself or had it uploaded to OnlyFans and profited financially'. He previously told the jury he 'thought it was funny' the cameras had captured himself and Ms Harrison having sex. We will not share your email address with any third parties. I want to let all other victims of this crime know that I stand in solidarity with them and I have absolutely no regrets in waiving my anonymity. After the sentencing, Kaylea's family have released a short statement: "As a family, we are incredibly saddened by Kayleas death. It was a long and sustained period of criminal negligence," says Mr Justice Griffiths. He won Celebrity Big Brother in August 2016 and the next year Bear appeared on Celebs Go Dating. Bear said in the trial that he made money from uploading videos of himself online. The judge says Kaylea was only given fattening takeaways to eat, to the point she was "dangerously obese". The "incomprehensible" conditions that police officers found Kaylea in will have a "long-lasting" impact on them, according to the police chief in charge of the "traumatic" investigation. The jurors had heard how Bear earned 40,000 from OnlyFans and more than 2,000 from the sex tape with Ms Harrison. The Daily Court Status can be seen here everyday from 10:00 am. Courts news and views - Nottinghamshire Live frontpage News Courts On this page you will find the latest reports from Nottingham's courts, including Nottingham Crown Court and Nottingham.