The latest Hull Crown Court news including who has been convicted and sentenced. 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. But Bear's current partner Jessica, 23, has defended the jailed pervert, today insisting she will 'always' be by his side. We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services. In a statement, he said: "The conditions in which Kaylea was found were incomprehensible, and the impact of what they saw and experienced will be long-lasting for the officers and ambulance service staff who attended. Before the trial, his Twitter account posted a poll asking his followers 'What colour suit should I wear to court on Tuesday [December 6]?'. Robine Fisher is charged with infanticide. The former reality TV star shared the news he had proposed to the OnlyFans content creator on Twitter in January, a month after his conviction. Prisoner Stephen Benson has been charged with Grievous Bodily Harm against fellow inmate William Parker.William Gaunt and Ralph Bates make guest appearances.. In the clip he gave a thumbs up, and text over the video said 'pink won the vote'. Bear made repeated claims that his Instagram account had been hacked but answered only 'no comment' when police asked him specific questions. All the latest news from courts around Essex, including Chelmsford Crown Court and Chelmsford Magistrates Court, with live updates, cases, listings, hearings, results and records. 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. Ms Rose said Bear realised the "likelihood of a custodial sentence", but asked judge Christopher Morgan to impose a suspended setence. Bear denied voyeurism and two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films, but today was found guilty of all three counts. 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. It was a long and sustained period of criminal negligence," says Mr Justice Griffiths. 11:58 GMT 03 Mar 2023 Join the Hull court news Facebook group. Ms Harrisontold the court she met Bear in 2012 and the two went on the reality show The Challenge in 2018, where they began a relationship. Includes going to court, paying fines, appealing a sentence, jury service and tribunals . They're also shown pouting and going on holiday. She told how everywhere she went people were talking about the video. Sheffield Crown Court LIVE: All the latest on cases heard today Thursday, 03 September, 2020, 11:37 11.15am New case: Jamie Brown, 39, of Grove Place, Doncaster, pleaded guilty to two counts of. By December 7, the rumour mill was going. However, the judge said he "did not accept" that outside agencies should have been more proactive. The former The Only Way Is Essex and Love Island star was in the courtroom when Stephen was convicted of the charges and waived her right to anonymity in order to help other victims of these offences. Defending Bear, Gemma Rose, said Bear's behaviour at the trial, was his way of dealing with the pressure of the case. Det Ch Insp Jon Rees, of Dyfed-Powys Police, said the conditions Kaylea lived in were "incomprehensible". 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. Even during his December trial at Chelmsford Crown Court, Bear, 33, boasted of his sexual prowess and informed the court he had "many girlfriends in the press with high profiles.". We cover the latest appearances, trials and sentences in Cardiff. The reality TV star suffered from so many attacks in the Christmas following the video's release that she had been kept in hospital for most of the festive period. You have rejected additional cookies. He told officers she shared it with her friends and told them: 'I said ''f****** hell, babe, look at that, I've got it on camera'. "The failure to get any help at all, even from Kaylea's GP, was particularly significant.". She could see the flies and the maggots, the bottles of unemptied urine, her wheelchair out of reach, dirty bedding, the mess and called for help, the judge says. The judge said: "In her last hours, the night before Kaylea's body was found cold and dead, her father heard her screaming. Ms Carey said Bear uploaded the sex tape 'either himself or had it uploaded to OnlyFans and profited financially'. He said: 'I hope I can give my side of the story and give a different opinion on me.'. The hearing was the first time broadcasters were allowed to film a crown court hearing in Wales, following a major change in the law last year which permitted TV cameras in some courtrooms. A former prison officer has been jailed for 16 months after having an "emotional and sexual" relationship with an inmate. Prisons Minister Damian Hinds said: We will never tolerate those few prison officers who break the rules for their own personal gain and undermine the safety of our prisons. 'She asked for a copy of it. The fact that Alun Titford chose to absent himself from the care of Kaylea, does not give him an excuse.". We will not share your email address with any third parties. Leeds Crown Court. ", As Stephen entered the court, a member of the public was heard shouting: "F**ing scumbag.". 'He received around 40,000 from OnlyFans but in respect of that video OnlyFans state the payment was 2,000 dollars.'. ", The judge added: "This was a horrifying case. In the photo, taken on the first day of his trial, Bear wore a pink suit, black fur jacket and sunglasses. She thought it had reached the end of it she said, "Don't worry, he has deleted it". It also shared a post from another account, reacting to footage of him arriving at court carrying a cane, which said 'absolute legendary outfit, dressed like a king'. Read about our approach to external linking. Georgia added she no longer lived in Essex as her flat is near Bear's. 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). The 25-year-old had been working at HMP Guys Marsh in Dorset when the relationship with the prisoner began. 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. Defending Bear, Gemma Rose, said Bear's behaviour at the trial was his way of dealing with the pressure of the case. Read The Mirror's full article here: Stephen Bear's jail time shows revenge porn isn't a 'laughing matter'. During the trial, a photo of him walking from a hired chauffeur-driven white Rolls Royce to the court building was uploaded to his Twitter account. 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. It was there for the asking. 'Let me be clear, misogyny and violence and intimidation against women and girls, in all its forms, is wrong - and it is for us all to stand up and stand together to stamp it out in our society.'. We use some essential cookies to make this website work. 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. The teenager's body was found on soiled sheets at their home in October 2020. As her manager, Mrs Harrison had access to her daughter's Instagram account and said that after a request for information her daughter posted in December 2020 she saw 20 replies, one of which sent her a screenshot of the video. Following the conviction, Georgia said that she could "start embracing the future". She said: "The sentence should be adjourned for the wait to prepare this report. When events occur in Court this page will be updated. The Daily Court Status can be seen here everyday from 10:00 am. 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. Alun Titford was "simply lazy" and this does not owe to his experience of depression. ', Judge Morgan had told the defendant: 'Thank you for that observation.'. Sky News was following the proceedings in Swansea Crown court all day - scroll back through to read updates as they happened. Bear said in the trial that he made money from uploading videos of himself online. Georgia Harrison told of how her worst nightmare came true when the video of herself and Bear was shared with the world. The move, which came after a 20-year campaign by ITN, BBC News, Sky News and the PA news agency, is intended to help the public get a better understanding of how sentencing decisions are taken and improve transparency in the justice system. Love Island star Georgia Harrison spoke of her relief after her ex-boyfriend Stephen Bear was jailed today for posting revenge porn of her. Ms Harrison today said Bear's perverted actions turned her from a 'happy-go-lucky' person to someone who suffers panic attacks. Ms Carey said he spent five minutes in the toilet of the jet before being taken into police custody. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? He was found guilty of voyeurism and two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs in December after sharing a private video of him having sex with his ex-girlfriend Georgia Harrison on his OnlyFans website. She said a pre-sentencing report has diagnosed him with ADHD, anxiety and a depressive disorder, with ADHD dominant in his behaviour. Before the lockdown, Kaylea was described as being "fiercely independent and a lovely, chatty girl", but she became less able to move using a wheelchair. As Bear was led to the cells, the remorseless influencer was heard saying: 'Have a good evening, enjoy your weekends everyone.'. "While we appreciate the support we have received, we now request privacy and time to grieve our loss.". She added: "There will be questions about the role of the local services. By clicking "OK" or continuing to use this site, you agree that we may collect and use your personal data and set The latest news on court cases heard at Sheffield Crown Court, including sentencings, trials and more, including live trial coverage and crime news. Mold Crown Court Bookmark The men who controlled and coerced their partners and family members in Wales Courts Bookmark Drunk driver downed six pints and two glasses of wine before killing teen. The prosecution said that 27-year-old Ms Harrison, who has waived her right to anonymity, did not know they were being recorded and asked Bear not to send the film to anyone. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? 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'. 17:30, 1 MAR 2023 The faces of 32 Yorkshire criminals locked up in February 2023 - from a baby killer to a cocaine addict MP Judge spells out appalling conditions: 'This was a horrifying case', Teenager 'had not used the toilet or shower in months', court hears, 'Serious failures hidden from world' due to lockdown. She said she went on to Bear's OnlyFans page, paid $15 and saw the video but did not watch it, adding: 'It is something I would never, ever want to see.'. To view the Daily Court Status of other Crown Court Centres that have XHIBIT return to the Court List. Monster plied teenage girl with alcohol and lured her home to rape her. 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. Crown Courts deal with the more serious cases including murder, rape, robberies, serious assaults. "Kaylea could see the flies and the maggots. Stephen Bear is due to be sentenced today at Chelmsford Crown Court, Stephen Bear's father, Stephen Bear, arriving at court, Georgia Harrison said she'd endured 'two years of hell' since Bear shared intimate footage of her. "Kaylea lived and died in squalor and degradation", she added. The post included an emoji of a smiling purple devil and a link to his website. DI Alastair Quinn of the South West Regional Organised Crime Unit (SWROCU), said: Rachel Martin had a clear duty to report her association with a serving prisoner and the possession of phones if she had done so, appropriate steps could have been taken to stop further contact and prevent it from developing into a relationship at an early stage. Stephen Bear was questioned by journalists but refused to answer when asked if he felt any "remorse". "This was not a lapse on the part of the defendants. ', 'It turned her on, she was horny, she just laughed about it, it's funny.'. You can change your cookie settings at any time. The latest news and updates from Stoke-on-Trent Court. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. 'I was fighting a losing battle and it is what it is. We will not share your email address with any third parties. She had no means of leaving the "squalor" she had been left in, says Mr Justice Griffiths. 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. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Bear received 21 months in prison for sharing the video to Only Fans, with nine months for count 1 and six months for count 2, to run concurrently. She said it must be online and it was not just people showing it.'. Stephen Bear shared a TikTok video montage of himself and fiance Jessica Smith, 23, a day before attending court for sentencing. Thursday 02 March 2023 20:10. Revenge Porn Helpline boss Sophie Mortimer says Stephen Bear's prison sentence show perpetrators the crime is no "laughing matter". Dont include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details. Never miss a story from our courts by signing up for our Northants Live newsletter here 13:16, 22 FEB 2023 Burglar caught pilfering Kettering house by dead owner's sister went on to sell items for cash Kettering Bookmark Destruct, Destruct: Part 1: Directed by Bob Hird. "I want all other victims of this crime know that I stand in solidarity with them and I have absolutely no regrets on waiving my anonymity. Her hair was dirty and matted and she was unwashed with ulcerated skin. Following the sentencing, Hannah von Dadelszen, deputy chief crown prosecutor for CPS East of England praised the reality star for her courage and dignity. Court Number. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Georgia addressed the press outside court following Stephen Bear's sentencing. A third added: 'Good luck tomorrow.'. Count one is a voyeurism charge and count two regards sending the video on WhatsApp to someone. He had his head bowed for the entire hearing, but "I noticed that he was shaking his head when the prosecution made the point that he was equally responsible", said Cotterill. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC said her parents' "serious failures were hidden from the world" because of the coronavirus lockdown, which kept Kaylea at home from March 2020 onwards. Thursday 02 March 2023 20:00. The judge says the standard of care "was criminal through the whole period of lockdown.". Get the day's top headlines delivered to your inbox. Rachel Martin was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court today (28 February) for misconduct in a public office. He was the only person who had access by December 7. Voyeurism carries a two-year maximum prison sentence and disclosing private sexual images also carries a maximum two-year prison sentence. 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. He added: 'Now I do a bit of adult entertainment because my TV work has been on hold for two years because of this case.'. In actual fact, the hearing had been moved to today as Bear served a statement late, Ms Carey said. The Love Island star said she had been dropped from contracts, and brands say they didn't want to be associated with her, due to the leaked video. Daily Court Status Sheffield. Ask for a Crown Court sentence to be reviewed; . He thought he could commit appalling crimes in Essex and get away with it. The former Celebrity Big Brother winner was seen taking selfies with fans and singing Lady in Red when a reporter attempted to question him. Her mobile phone was turned off, but Alun Titford texted her twice telling her to be quiet and "left her to die alone", he said. The edited video is precisely that," he said. By posting your comment you agree to the house rules, By '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. Crown copyright. 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'. Crime . "The crown have cited Mr Bear's behaviour at trial and I believe a psychiatric report will provide some context.". A spokesman added: "The council does not feel able to comment until this process has been completed. Swansea Crown Court trial for man who denies sexually touching young girl Western Telegraph 10:14 19-Feb-23. 12:38, 28 FEB 2023. 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. Her parents, Sarah Lloyd-Jones, 39, and Alun Titford, 45, were both convicted of manslaughter and have now been jailed over her death. Bear was arrested after returning from Dubai in January 2021. It decimated my self-worth and my ability to trust.". Kaylea Titford's father Alun Titford, from Newtown, Powys, was found guilty of manslaughter by gross negligence and has been jailed for seven years and six months. Sentencing the pair at Swansea Crown Court on Wednesday, Mr Justice Martin Griffiths said Kaylea's parents were "both equally responsible and were both equally culpable. SWROCUs Counter Corruption Unit worked with HMPPS and the Crown Prosecution Service to build a strong case against Martin. An onlooker told The Mirror: "Bear looked nervous and appeared to be making light of the situation as he interacted with fans outside the court. The judge laid bare the horrifying conditions their 16-year-old daughter, who weighed nearly 23st at the time of her death, endured in her final months. Subscribe to our email alert of the day's top stories from the UK and around the world. 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. Prosecuting barrister Jacqueline Carey KC told the court that the crown did not oppose delaying the sentence. ", If you have been affected by any of the issues in this story, the BBC Action Line has links to organisations which can offer support and advice, Neglected teen left to die alone by parents, Dad's neglect led to obese girl's death - court, Neglected teen off the radar claim questioned, Maggots fed on obese girl's body, court told, Bakhmut attacks still being repelled, says Ukraine, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, US lawyer jailed for murdering wife and son, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping's power grab - and why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. Please try different keywords. 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. Georgia told the court when she first saw the leaked video she felt "so sick", and cried hysterically. Copyright 1997 - 2023 NewsNow Publishing Limited. Officers searching his suitcase and another bearing his brother's name, Robert Bear, said they could not find a phone or any other electronic device. Liverpool. She also claimed the Ex on the Beach star did not have a 'fair trial'. As her parents were sentenced, Cotterill described Sarah Lloyd-Jones as "staring forward solemnly" throughout the hearing, occasionally glancing over at Alun Titford. A Crown Court can give a range of sentences including: community sentences prison sentences - including life sentences Appealing a sentence or conviction If you disagree with the. I don't know of any other video that's been uploaded.'. It was not the first time that the reality TV star's social media account had made reference to the court case. "Even when people weren't talking about it I just couldn't physically be in the room," she said. "Revenge porn is a crime that affects so many people," she added. The three-minute, 44-second clip showed Bear licking his 23-year-old lover's face, kissing her in front of the Eiffel Tower and feeding her a chicken leg to the remixed tune of 'Somewhere Only We Know'. Gemma Rose, defending Bear, told the jury: 'You may not agree with Mr Bear's views or his work online, but this is not a court of morals. She could see that her wheelchair was out of reach. The Celebrity Big Brother winner, 33, uploaded footage of himself and Love Island star Georgia Harrison having sex in his back garden in 2020.