Bristol builder given prison sentence for ripping off customers with unfinished work
Families in Bristol were left with huge bills to put the works right
A rogue trader from Bristol has been given an eight month jail sentence for taking money from several families without completing their building works.
Jason Brice, trading as Creo Creations, pleaded guilty to three offences under Consumer Protection legislation after his actions left families with significant financial harm and emotional distress.
One family had to re-mortgage their home in order to build a loft conversion to accommodate their disabled children, and was left with a leaking roof and years of disruption to repair the damage he left.
Following the sentencing hearing, Councillor Stephen Williams, Chair of the Public Health and Communities Committee, said: “This outcome demonstrates that unlawful trading practices in Bristol will not be tolerated.
"Our Trading Standards Team is committed to supporting legitimate businesses with the guidance and tools they need to operate fairly and legally.
"However, when a rogue trader such as Mr Brice disregards the law, and leaves families with unfinished building works and emotional distress they will face consequences, and appropriate legal action will be taken to seek justice for those who have suffered."