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Former Gangster John Gizzi Pleads Guilty to Multiple Assaults
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Core Event
John Gizzi, a 55-year-old former gang leader from St Asaph, Denbighshire, entered guilty pleas at Mold Crown Court to three offences: coercive and controlling behaviour, intentional strangulation, and failure to disclose a mobile-phone PIN. The admissions relate to assaults on Natasha Farah and her sister Samantha Farah. A jury that had been empanelled for five charges was discharged for legal reasons, after which Gizzi changed his plea to guilt on three counts.
Background & Context
Gizzi previously served an 11-year prison term beginning in 2011 after being convicted of running a drugs gang. His notoriety as a “notorious former gangster” has been highlighted in local reporting, underscoring the contrast between his earlier organised-crime conviction and the current domestic-violence case.
Data & Statistics
- Coercive and controlling behaviour against Natasha Farah occurred between March 1, 2025 and April 8, 2026.
- Intentional strangulation of Samantha Farah was admitted for April 3.
- Additional assaults on Natasha Farah were reported on February 13, March 15, and in July of the current year, as well as in July and December of the previous year.
- Gizzi also pleaded guilty to failing to disclose a mobile-phone PIN to police on April 27, 2026.
Official Statements & Responses
His Honour Simon Mills, the presiding judge, indicated that a pre-sentence report would be crucial in determining an appropriate custodial term. He emphasized the need to assess Gizzi’s attitude toward his admissions and his prospects for rehabilitation before finalising a sentence.
What’s Next
The court has scheduled sentencing for November 12, at which time the judge will deliver the final custodial decision.