Weekly roundup of court cases in Kendal and Lakes

HERE is a quick recap of some of the cases that have come to court this week.

Mark Craster-Chambers was jailed for sex crimes involving a former pupil and banned for life from UK classrooms.

He quit teaching in 2017 and was jailed at Carlisle Crown Court in April last year for 18 months after being convicted of two offenses of engaging in sexual activity while in a position of trust .

The whole story here

Driver collided with motorcyclist on A5902 while trying to pass heavy goods vehicle on hill

‘Selfish’ Wesley Royle had his children in the car when he tried to pass a motorbike as he rushed into an emergency at work.

He seriously injured biker Gemma Walsh, who was unable to work due to the incident.

Mr Royle was driving a Nissan Juke on the A5092 near Gawthwaite when he attempted the overtake.

Man admits robbing Kendal Museum

Mason Aplin appeared at Carlisle Crown Court and admitted to stealing from Kendal Musuem, entering as a trespasser with intent to steal.

The crime took place on June 26

The whole story here

Driver collided with motorcyclist on A5902 while trying to pass heavy goods vehicle on hill

‘Selfish’ Wesley Royle had his children in the car when he tried to pass a motorbike as he rushed into an emergency at work.

He seriously injured biker Gemma Walsh, who was unable to work due to the incident.

Mr Royle was driving a Nissan Juke on the A5092 near Gawthwaite when he attempted the overtake.

The whole story here

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