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BBC News
17-03-2025
- BBC News
Market Deeping 'monster' Jack Walker jailed for raping woman
A man has been jailed for seven years for raping a woman who described him as a "monster". Jack Walker, 29, must also serve an extended licence period of four years on his release after a judge decided he was a dangerous who was living in the Market Deeping area at the time of the offences last July, was convicted of one rape charge, assault causing actual bodily harm and battery after two separate trials at Lincoln Crown was cleared of a second rape offence and admitted a further charge of criminal damage to a fence post. In an impact statement, the woman said she now keeps her doors locked at all times and feels like a described being scared all the time and said she felt it hard to trust anyone."Hopefully after getting justice I will get my life back," she court heard Walker had previously been jailed for 18 months in August 2022 for offences of stalking and malicious Lody, mitigating, said Walker still denied all the allegations except for the criminal damage."He does not accept the convictions," Mr Lody told the sentence, Judge James House KC said it was clear the victim had been significantly impacted."She described herself as feeling broken," Judge House said."Her life has been dramatically affected by his actions."A restraining order was also made which prevents Walker having any contact with the victim and he must also register as a sex offender for life. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Associated Press
06-02-2025
- Associated Press
LEGAL POWERS, PLLC WELCOMES FORMER PROSECUTOR AND SEASONED TRIAL ATTORNEY LODY POWERS TO THE DEFENSE TEAM
02/06/2025, Franklin, TN // KISS PR Brand Story PressWire // Legal Powers, PLLC is thrilled to announce the addition of Attorney Lody Powers, a distinguished trial attorney with over a decade of litigation experience, to its legal team. Known for her exceptional courtroom skills and comprehensive knowledge of criminal law, Lody's arrival bolsters the firm's commitment to delivering superior legal representation for clients facing criminal charges in Williamson County and Middle Tennessee. Lody Powers began her legal career as the first Latina Assistant District Attorney to serve in Davidson County Criminal Court. During her tenure, she gained extensive courtroom experience prosecuting some of the most serious criminal cases handled by the Davidson County District Attorney's Office. As a member of the Special Victims Trial Team she handled complex cases brought to her by specialized investigations of sexual assaults and murders, as a Domestic Violence Team member she prosecuted domestic assault cases, aggravated assault cases, harassment cases, and stalking cases, and as a member of both the Division II and Division VI Trial Teams she handled a variety of serious felony cases ranging from Aggravated Assault to First Degree Murder cases.. Her prior experience as a prosecutor uniquely positions Lody to provide unparalleled insight into how criminal allegations are investigated and how those investigations are then turned into criminal cases in court and prosecuted. This invaluable perspective allows her to develop innovative defense strategies tailored to the specific needs of her clients. 'Lody's impressive expertise coupled with the wealth of insight and knowledge she brings to our clients as a former prosecutor make her an invaluable addition to our firm,' said Ben Powers, founder of Legal Powers, PLLC. 'Her compassionate approach and fierce advocacy align perfectly with our mission to fight for our clients and protect their rights and futures.' Lody's bilingual and bicultural background further enriches her practice. Born in Colombia, South America, Lody has called Nashville and Middle Tennessee home for over 20 years. Her ability to connect with Spanish-speaking clients and her active role in the legal community—serving as Vice President of the Nashville Hispanic Bar Association and as a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, Nashville Bar Association, and Lawyers Association for Women—underscore her commitment to advocating for fellow members of our diverse Middle Tennessee communities. Legal Powers, PLLC invites you to learn more about how Lody's legal powers helps clients navigate complex criminal charges. Contact Legal Powers, PLLC today for a free consultation. About Legal Powers, PLLC Legal Powers, PLLC is a Franklin-based law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to clients in Middle Tennessee. With a focus on criminal defense, the firm is committed to safeguarding the rights and futures of individuals facing legal challenges. ### Media Contact Ben Powers Legal Powers, PLLC 235 3rd Ave N, Franklin, TN 37064
BBC News
04-02-2025
- BBC News
Skegness drug dealer jailed for 12 years
A man who organised the sale of Class A drugs on the streets of Skegness has been Tasker, 31, created a drug-dealing operation known as the Scouse line which ran from 1 April 2022 to 30 March Crown Court was told heroin and crack cocaine was advertised and supplied to users in Skegness on 362 days during that was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Tuesday. A prosecution drugs expert estimated there were transactions involving 844 grams of heroin and 591 grams of crack was the "creator" of the line and worked alongside a second local man, Connor Stewart, to supply the drugs, the court two men had a "turbulent relationship" but operated together, the court was of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, and four further charges of possessing Class A drugs with intent to supply. 'Almost daily basis' Stuart Lody, mitigating for Tasker, said: "He has admitted to being a drug dealer in Grimsby and Skegness and has made the job of the Crown Prosecution Service and the court Lody told the court Tasker suffered a difficult childhood after moving from Grimsby to Liverpool where he was bullied and placed in court heard Tasker moved back to Lincolnshire as an adult and set up a successful landscape gardening business until he broke his leg playing football with one of his Lody said Tasker had been diagnosed with schizophrenia since being remanded into custody. Passing sentence, Judge Simon Hirst said: "At its height the supply line operated on an almost daily basis. You were at the centre of this drugs conspiracy.""You expected substantial financial advantage," Judge Hirst Stewart, 21, of Lincoln Road, Skegness, was also due to be sentenced after admitting his role in the conspiracy but failed to attend court for the Hirst issued a warrant for his arrest. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
