The Court of Appeal were hearing the cases of Janus Atkin, David Carruthers, Ashley Williams from Newport, as well as three other men, who were all jailed for their roles in male castration, penis removal and other procedures - Warning this article includes detail of genital and limb mutilation
The Court of Appeal heard arguments to reduce the prison sentences of six men, including three from Wales, involved in an extreme body modification ring. The men were jailed for their roles in illegal procedures such as male castration, penis removal, and other mutilations. The court was told that the case was "unprecedented," and the sentencing guidelines were not designed to address such unique circumstances. The group, led by Gustavson, operated an illegal and dangerous service, with evidence of cannibalism and the sale of body parts online.
