“There is no doubt you have caused him severe psychological harm.” Smith was sentenced to 21 years in prison at Reading Crown Court on Wednesday, May 19.
‘History of dishonesty’ Michael Walker. Image via TVP Fraudster Michael Walker came under the microscope at his sentencing at Reading Crown Court on Friday, May 21. The Slough 59-year-old was in the dock for scamming a couple out of £26,000 after he failed to deliver on promises for a new home and a holiday. Sentencing, Judge Sarah Campbell said Walker provided a “series of excuses” as to why his promises did not come true, including lying about a fake cancer diagnosis which supposedly prevented him from booking the skiing trip.
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Weekly news round-up in Bracknell - All you need to know WE have rounded up some of Bracknell s most shocking, exciting and important stories from the past week. Here are a few of the most significant stories readers should be aware of:
1. Bracknell murder investigation: Tributes to victim of Twin Bridge underpass attack
Picture of Agapito de Sousa supplied by Francisco Sarmento A man who died after suffering from serious head injuries in an underpass in Bracknell has been described by friends as a lovely guy . Tributes have flooded in and a fundraising page has been set up in memory of Agapito de Sousa from Bracknell.