Sentence
Paul Morrissey
Paul Morrissey (aged 42) was sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court on 6 February 2026 to 14 Years for Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Cardiff Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 6 February 2026
- Sentence
- 14 Years, Custodial Term Plus Extended Licence Period: 19 years
- Judge
- His Honour Judge Eugene Egan
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent | Custodial immediate |
| Aggravated burglary | Custodial immediate |
| Possession of offensive weapon without lawful authority or reasonable excuse / Threatening with an offensive weapon in a public place | Custodial immediate |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, aggravated burglary and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place in Newport, South Wales, on 7 June 2025.