Sentence
Leigh Smith
Leigh Smith (aged 39) was sentenced at Preston Crown Court on 7 April 2025 to 22 Years 177 Days - Life for ABH Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Preston Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 7 April 2025
- Sentence
- 22 Years 177 Days - Life
- Judge
- Mr Justice Bright
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| ABH Assault occasioning actual bodily harm | Custodial immediate |
| Murder | Custodial immediate, Life |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty (during trial) to murder and assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH) in Heysham, Lancashire, on 28 September 2024.