Locked up: 15 of the Isle of Man’s worst criminals put behind bars in 2024

Douglas: The Isle of Man is generally a safe place, but it has its share of crime. This year, some pretty serious offenders have been locked up for a long time.

We’re talking about everything from manslaughter to drug dealing. It’s been a rough year for some folks on the island.

Let’s dive into the details of some of the worst criminals who faced justice in 2024.

First up, we have Graham Skillicorn, James Doherty, and Steven Cannon. These guys were sentenced for gang rape and got some hefty prison time. They were called a ‘pack of animals’ by the judge, which says a lot about their actions.

Then there’s Leroy McHarrie, who got 20 years for drug dealing and money laundering. He was part of a gang that brought in loads of drugs while the leader was behind bars. They were caught when police stopped a car at the ferry terminal and found a stash worth a fortune.

Donovan Kitching also made headlines. He represented himself in court and ended up with a seven-year sentence for wounding someone badly. It all started with a drug deal that went south, leading to a nasty attack.

Next, we have Michael Ball, Justin Fayle, and David Alsop, who were involved in smuggling drugs worth up to £750,000. The judge made it clear that organized crime is a growing problem on the island, and they were going to pay for it.

John Meadows was sentenced for manslaughter after a tragic incident on the promenade. He punched his partner, leading to her death, which is just heartbreaking.

William Duggan was jailed for sexually abusing two boys over many years. He denied it all but was found guilty and is now appealing his sentence.

Rosemary Burgess and Peter Nulty were caught with a massive amount of cocaine and cannabis. They were part of a police operation that intercepted a parcel from the UK, leading to their arrests.

Lastly, Shaun Milligan and Frank Harrison tried to escape the law by speeding through back lanes but were caught with a significant amount of heroin. Milligan was a key player in the drug scene and got a long sentence.

So, while the Isle of Man is a lovely place to live, it’s clear that crime is still a big issue, and the authorities are working hard to tackle it.