These are the faces of 18 county criminals who were jailed for serious offences across Northamptonshire, and whose often shocking stories this newspaper brought to you during the month of September 2025.
9. Haron James
James was driving a Mercedes Sprinter which smashed into the central reservation of the A14 between Kettering and Thrapston on the A14 in the early hours of November 4, 2024. James, aged 22, admitted causing serious injury to his passenger by dangerous driving and was sentenced to two years, two months. He was also disqualified from driving for three years, one month. Photo: Northamptonshire Police
10. Howard Burgess
Detectives saluted the bravery of victims of the 59-year-old Northampton paedophile who were sexually abused more than 20 years ago but came forward to report the attacks. Burgess, of Meltham Close, was found guilty of eight counts of gross indecency and sentenced to seven years. DC Adam Kelly said: “These men have lived with the impact of Burgess’ offending for a long time. Their composure, dignity and determination has ensured Burgess cannot harm anyone else.” Photo: Northamptonshire Police
11. Sean Egan
The 39-year-old was jailed for 26 months after admitting GBH and possession of a knife in connection with a stabbing during a brawl in Wellingborough town centre four days before Christmas, 2024. Egan, of Lea Way, has a long list of previous convictions stretching back two decades including dangerous driving, knife offences, affray, criminal damage, assault and burglary. Photo: Northamptonshire Police
12. Simon Giles
Giles, a 45-year-old registered sex offender from Northampton, is back in prison after failing to tell police about a social media account. He was sentenced to 12 months. Photo: Northamptonshire Police