Grievous bodily harm charge: 21-year-old remanded in custody
A 21-year-old man has been remanded in custody after appearing before Workington Magistrates’ Court charged with causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent.
Louie Graham, of Greystone Place, Cleator Moor, was brought before magistrates in relation to an allegation that a male suffered serious injuries in Frizington on 7 December. The charge—causing GBH with intent—falls under section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861.
The case has been sent to Carlisle Crown Court for a plea and trial preparation hearing on 6 January. Until that date, Mr Graham remains remanded in custody. At Crown Court, the judge will consider case management directions, confirm representation, and set a timetable for any further applications or a trial if a not-guilty plea is entered.
What this means in law
A section 18 GBH charge alleges intent to cause really serious harm. It is among the most serious non-fatal offences and, on conviction, can attract significant custodial sentences. As with all criminal proceedings, the burden rests on the prosecution to prove the allegation beyond reasonable doubt.
If you or a loved one are under investigation or have been charged with a serious violence offence, early specialist advice is critical—from the first police interview through to any Crown Court hearings.
