Unless otherwise stated, these defendants have all recently received prison terms after pleading guilty to offences in the Hartlepool and East Durham areas.
Our previous rogues’ gallery of jailed criminals is available here.

9. Lewis Theasby
Theasby, 23, of Alpha Grove, Stockton, was jailed for four years and three months at Teesside Crown Court after he admitted wounding with intent and possession of a bladed article in Hartlepool in September 2024. Photo: Third party

10. Jordan Wagstaffe
Jordan Wagstaffe, 26, of Richmond Street, Hartlepool, was jailed for 15 years at Teesside Crown Court after he was convicted of two counts of rape, two of assault by penetration, causing a person to engage in sexual activity and actual bodily harm assault. Photo: Third party

11. How to contact Cleveland Police
Call 999 if a serious offence is in progress or has just been committed, someone is in immediate danger or harm, property is in danger of being damaged or a serious disruption to the public is likely. Call 101 to report other incidents. Photo: Dave Thompson

12. How to contact Durham Police
Durham Police say: "Does it feel like the situation could get heated or violent very soon? Is someone in immediate danger? Do you need support right away? If so, please call 999 now." Call 101 for non-emergency inquiries. Photo: Frank Reid