William Mead Chester

Public criminal case information for an individual named William Mead, residing in Chester, UK, indicates recent convictions and sentencing for drug and driving offenses. No public court records were found for an individual specifically named "William Mead Chester" with "Chester" as a middle name; however, all available records refer to William Mead of Chester.

Key Facts, Dates, and Court Decisions:

• Initial Charges (February 2023): At the age of 18, William Mead, of Coleridge Close, Blacon, Chester, was charged with conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. He was remanded to appear at Chester Magistrates' Court on February 1, 2023. These charges stemmed from an eight-month police investigation into drug supply in the Blacon area, leading to multiple arrests on January 31, 2023.
• Arrest and Further Charges (March 2026): On Monday, March 16, 2026, Mead was arrested after being observed dangerously riding an electric motorbike in Western Avenue, Blacon, weaving in and out of traffic and evading police. He was found with cocaine, a large amount of cash, and an iPhone containing messages indicative of drug dealing. He was accused of possessing with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of cocaine. Additionally, he faced charges for dangerous driving, driving without a license, and driving without insurance.
• Magistrates' Court Appearance (May 2026): William Mead, then 22, of Coleridge Close, appeared at Chester Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in connection with the drug and driving charges.
• Crown Court Appearance and Sentencing (June 2026): Mead appeared at Chester Crown Court on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. He had previously admitted to two drug-related offenses and three driving offenses. Recorder Anthony O'Donohoe sentenced him to 28 months in prison for being concerned in the supply of cocaine and possession with intent to supply cocaine. He also received a concurrent 18-month sentence for dangerous driving, and was disqualified from driving for 23 months upon his release. No separate penalties were issued for the insurance and license charges.

Authorities emphasized that Mead did not follow road rules, including riding on public footpaths, and that the laws are in place to protect the public. Evidence on his phone also confirmed drug dealing activities.