R v Daniel Mihaai Popescu

R v Daniel Mihaai Popescu

The sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive given the extreme nature of the culpability factors, the aggravating circumstances, and the need for public protection. The judge was entitled to uplift the starting point and impose an extended sentence.

Parties
Prosecutor: Rex; Appellant: Daniel Mihai Popescu; Victim: Andreea Pintili
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
30 April 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Attempted Murder, Stalking, Sentencing, Domestic Abuse, Dangerousness, Extended Sentence
Criminal Law Attempted Murder Stalking Sentencing Domestic Abuse Dangerousness Extended Sentence

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Parties

Rex

Prosecutor

Daniel Mihai Popescu

Appellant

Andreea Pintili

Victim

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed for attempted murder and stalking was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Proper categorisation of harm and culpability under sentencing guidelines
  3. 3 Appropriateness of extended sentence for public protection

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive given the extreme nature of the culpability factors, the aggravating circumstances, and the need for public protection. The judge was entitled to uplift the starting point and impose an extended sentence.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Sentence of 17 years 4 months custodial term and 3 years extended licence period upheld
  • No separate penalty for stalking offence