Sentence
Bilal Rakik
Bilal Rakik (aged 27) was sentenced at Woolwich Crown Court on 11 September 2026 to 7 Years 2 Months 21 Days for Possession of a firearm or imitation firearm, with intent to cause fear of unlawful violence and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Woolwich Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 11 September 2026
- Sentence
- 7 Years 2 Months 21 Days
- Judge
- His Honour Judge D Dyal
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Possession of a firearm or imitation firearm, with intent to cause fear of unlawful violence | Custodial immediate, 4 Years |
| Conspiracy to kidnap | Custodial immediate, 7 Years 2 Months 21 Days; Restraining Order Period - Years: 10 |
| Conspiracy to blackmail | Custodial immediate, 7 Years 2 Months 21 Days |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to conspiracy to kidnap, conspiracy to blackmail and possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence in Lewisham, southeast London, on 10 September 2023.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Good Character / No (relevant) previous convictions; Remorse; Character References / Witness