The criminals sentenced at Leeds Crown Court last week

By Andrew Hutchinson

Published 18th Jun 2019, 14:40 GMT

These are some of the criminals who have been sentenced at Leeds Crown Court over the last seven days.

Each of these cases was covered by your Yorkshire Evening Post. READ MORE: Wanted - 19 people police urgently want to speak to in Leeds

PICS: West Yorkshire Police

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A cannabis dealer drove at 130mph as he tried to get away from police during a chase through Leeds. Simran Bhaker was jailed after a court heard how he put other drivers in danger during the 15 mile pursuit.

placeholder image — A cannabis dealer drove at 130mph as he tried to get away from police during a chase through Leeds. Simran Bhaker was jailed after a court heard how he put other drivers in danger during the 15 mile pursuit.

One of Leeds' most prolific burglars, Thomas Cawley, is back in jail over his latest crime spree in which he injured an elderly woman after targeting her home.

placeholder image — One of Leeds' most prolific burglars, Thomas Cawley, is back in jail over his latest crime spree in which he injured an elderly woman after targeting her home.

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