Sentence
Usman Karolia
Usman Karolia (aged 20) was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court on 30 July 2021 to 21 Years - Life for Attempted Murder and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Leeds Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 30 July 2021
- Sentence
- 21 Years - Life
- Judge
- Mr Justice Kerr
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Attempted Murder | Custodial immediate, 18 Years |
| Murder | Custodial immediate, Life |
| Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent | Custodial immediate, 5 Years |
What the court heard
THIS SENTENCE HAS BEEN INCREASED ON APPEAL (BY THE ATTORNEY GENERAL UNDER s.36 OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACT) He was found guilty of murder, attempted murder and wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent in Batley, West Yorkshire, on 21 June 2020.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Age / Youth and immaturity of the offender; Specific planned use of the weapon / weapon brought to scene; Presence of vulnerable persons / Children; Busy / Public place / Time / Location / Broad Daylight / Residential Area