Sentence
Thomas Birley
Thomas Birley (aged 27) was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court on 6 September 2024 to 9 Years for Possession of offensive weapon without lawful authority or reasonable excuse / Threatening with an offensive weapon in a public place and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the…
- Court
- Liverpool Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 6 September 2024
- Sentence
- 9 Years, Custodial Term Plus Extended Licence Period: 14 years
- Judge
- Judge Jeremy Richardson KC (The Recorder of Sheffield)
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Possession of offensive weapon without lawful authority or reasonable excuse / Threatening with an offensive weapon in a public place | Custodial immediate |
| Arson with intent to endanger life | Custodial immediate |
| Violent Disorder | Custodial immediate |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to arson with intent to endanger life, violent disorder and possession of an offensive weapon (police baton) in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, on 4 August 2024.