Sentence
William Joyce
William Joyce (aged 38) was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court on 12 November 2025 to 25 Years - Life for Murder and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Leeds Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 12 November 2025
- Sentence
- 25 Years - Life
- Judge
- Judge Guy Kearl KC (The Recorder of Leeds)
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Murder | Custodial immediate, Life |
| Theft - Dishonestly appropriating property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving the other of it | Custodial immediate |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of murder and theft in Leeds, West Yorkshire, on 18 March 2025.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Offence Location / Victims Home; Vulnerable victim