Sentence
Josh Craig Hawthorn
Josh Craig Hawthorn (aged 23) was sentenced at Newcastle-upon-Tyne Crown Court on 13 February 2025 to 1 Year for Having possession of a controlled substance with intent to supply. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 13 February 2025
- Sentence
- 1 Year
- Judge
- Judge Paul Sloan KC (The Recorder of Newcastle Upon Tyne)
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
The offence
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Having possession of a controlled substance with intent to supply | Custodial immediate |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to possessing Class A drugs (crack cocaine and cocaine) and possessing Class B drugs (cannabis) with intent to supply in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, in December 2019. The sentence will run concurrent with the 22-year minimum term he is serving.