Tony Cooley

A man identified as Tony Cooley, 39, of Rushbrook Avenue, Wickford, has been jailed in the UK for assault and drug-related offenses. He pleaded guilty to multiple charges at Basildon Crown Court.

Key Facts, Dates, and Court Decisions:

• Offences and Dates:
• On January 5, 2026, Cooley committed Section 20 wounding of a female, also known as inflicting grievous bodily harm (GBH) without intent, using his hands.
• On the same date, he intentionally strangled the same woman.
• He also admitted to being concerned in the supply of cannabis (a Class B drug) and possession of cocaine (a Class A drug).
• Court Appearances and Plea:
• Cooley pleaded guilty to the charges on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
• His legal proceedings occurred at Basildon Combined Court, with Judge John Bristow presiding.
• Sentencing:
• On June 28, 2026, Judge John Bristow sentenced Cooley at Basildon Crown Court.
• He received two-and-a-half years in prison for the GBH charge.
• A concurrent sentence of one year and nine months was imposed for the strangulation charge.
• An additional six months were added consecutively for the drug dealing charge, with no separate penalty for cocaine possession.
• The court also ordered the forfeiture of £1,783 seized from Cooley, believed to be proceeds of drug dealing, to be given to charity.