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Miles Cross, a 33-year-old man from Wrexham, has admitted to selling chemicals online that were potentially used by individuals intending to take their own lives. At Mold Crown Court on Tuesday, Cross pleaded guilty to four charges of intentionally committing acts that could encourage or assist suicide. The prosecution revealed that during August and September 2024, Cross sold the substance to four separate customers through an online business, receiving £100 from each.
One of the buyers, Shubhreet Singh, a 26-year-old from Leeds, tragically died after purchasing the chemical. Evidence presented in the case showed that Cross dispatched the chemicals via post between 9 August and 13 September 2024. A later search of his residence in January 2025 by police uncovered further quantities of the chemical along with other related items. The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed the payments made by the four buyers and provided details of the case.
Judge Rhys Rowlands cautioned Cross that he should anticipate a prison sentence when he returns for sentencing on 7 January. Detective Superintendent Chris Bell of North Wales Police condemning the actions of Cross, stated: “Cross took advantage and exploited his victims in their most desperate moments, profiting off their vulnerability and mental illnesses.” He also praised the bravery of the witnesses involved, acknowledging the complexity and sensitivity of the investigation carried out over the past ten months. Bell emphasized the ongoing commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people through collaboration with partner agencies.
Alison Storey, a specialist prosecutor with the CPS Special Crime Division, described Cross’s behaviour as exploitation driven solely by financial gain. She said: “Miles Cross preyed on four people in a distressed state and knowingly provided a substance intended to end their lives.” Storey highlighted the ease with which Cross facilitated access to the chemicals, underscoring the threat posed by individuals who exploit vulnerable people online. During the brief court hearing, Cross, dressed in a black suit and tie, confirmed his identity and pleaded guilty to each charge but made no further comment before leaving the courtroom
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