Mother and son jailed for shootings in Conisbrough
Three men were injured in November 2020.
Last updated 29th Oct 2021
A mother and son have been jailed for a total of 55 years - for their roles in a series of shootings in Conisbrough.
They happened in the Park Road, Daylands Avenue and March Vale Rise areas in November last year - three men were injured in the shootings.
A 19-year-old man suffered non-life threatening injuries in the incident on Daylands Avenue. Two men, aged 47 and 22, also suffered non-life threatening injuries in the incident on March Vale Rise.
Following a two-week trial at Doncaster Crown Court, Roberts and Butler, both of Windmill Avenue, Doncaster, were convicted and yesterday (28 October) sentenced. Roberts was jailed for 30 years, while Butler was handed a 25-year sentence.
Roberts was convicted of three counts of attempted murder, three counts of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, arson with intent to endanger life, and violent disorder.
Butler was found guilty of two counts of attempted murder and two counts of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.
Acting Detective Sergeant Chris Beaumont, who led the investigation, said: “This was a very complex investigation involving an Organised Crime Group. Both Roberts and Butler, who were involved in this organised criminality, posed a great danger to the public, and I’m pleased that they’re now behind bars where they belong.
“This significant conviction and sentence should also serve as a strong warning to those who choose to be involved in organised crime. We will pursue you and we will work hard to secure justice against you. There is no place for violence and organised criminality in our communities.”