Sentence
Samuel Russell
Samuel Russell (aged 37) was sentenced at Guildford Crown Court on 21 November 2025 to 7 Years 3 Months for Having possession of a controlled substance and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Guildford Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 21 November 2025
- Sentence
- 7 Years 3 Months
- Judge
- Her Honour Judge P Lees (Honorary Recorder of Guildford)
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Having possession of a controlled substance | Custodial immediate, 42 Days |
| Causing death by dangerous driving | Custodial immediate; Disqualified from Driving For :- 13 Year/s 11 Months |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and possession of a Class A drug (cocaine) in Englefield Green, Surrey, on 27 January 2024.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Early Plea / Timely Plea; Remorse; Acting under the influence of drugs or drink