Jordan Adlard-Rogers, a 38-year-old former care worker who inherited a £50 million estate after a DNA test proved his paternity, has been found guilty of grievous bodily harm at Truro Crown Court following a violent altercation at a wedding reception.
Did You Know? Jordan Adlard-Rogers inherited the sprawling 1,536-acre Penrose Estate in Cornwall in 2019 after proving through a DNA test that aristocrat Charles Rogers was his biological father.
Prosecutor outlines wedding reception assault details
Prosecutor Zoe Kuyken told the jury that the case stemmed from an incident on July 13, 2024, when Adlard-Rogers punched Sebastian Winzar in the face at a wedding reception, causing him to fall and fracture his leg in two places. According to Discover SWNS, the defendant and the alleged victim were already known to one another as acquaintances.
The victim, Sebastian Winzar, testified that he had been catching up with friends at the Out Of The Blue pub in Porthleven when Adlard-Rogers approached him. Winzar stated that Adlard-Rogers began shouting accusations and calling him a wife beater before throwing his arms around. Winzar spent five days in hospital and later underwent an operation on his left shin.
Defense claims self-defence during dispute
The court reviewed CCTV footage of the July 13, 2024, incident. Defense counsel Robin Smith argued that Adlard-Rogers was merely trying to defuse the situation and labeled Winzar as the aggressor in the dispute.
Adlard-Rogers took the stand to claim he lashed out in self-defence after receiving threats and a headbutt. He told jurors he wanted to move the conversation outside to avoid showing disrespect to the wedding venue.
Judge warns defendant of immediate custody
Following the verdict, the judge stated that all sentencing options remained open. Adlard-Rogers was warned to prepare himself for immediate custody when he returns to court for sentencing on December 11.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Jordan Adlard-Rogers acquire the Penrose Estate?
He inherited the 1,536-acre estate in Cornwall in 2019 after using a DNA test to prove that Charles Rogers was his biological father following the aristocrat’s death at age 62.
What specific injuries did the victim sustain in the attack?
Sebastian Winzar suffered a fractured leg with breaks in two places, requiring a five-day hospital stay and a subsequent operation on his left shin.
When is the defendant scheduled to return to court for sentencing?
Adlard-Rogers is scheduled to return to Truro Crown Court on December 11, where the judge warned him to prepare for potential immediate custody.
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