Sentence
Dale Dean
Dale Dean (aged 27) was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court on 20 February 2026 to 6 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
- Manchester Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 20 February 2026
- Sentence
- 6 Years, Custodial Term Plus Extended Licence Period: 7 years 8 Months
- Judge
- Her Honour Judge Rachel Smith
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent | Custodial immediate |
| Causing an affray | Custodial immediate |
| Possession of an article with a blade or a sharp point in a public place / possessing a bladed article | Custodial immediate |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, possession of a bladed article (machete) and affray in Bolton, Greater Manchester, on 5 April 2025.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Busy / Public place / Time / Location / Broad Daylight / Residential Area