Adam Hall, aged 43, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 23 years for deliberately infecting seven individuals, including two teenagers, with HIV. The sentencing took place at Newcastle Crown Court, where prosecutors described Hall's actions as a sustained campaign of abuse from 2016 to 2023. Hall was found guilty of inflicting grievous bodily harm and raping four of his victims. The court heard that he knowingly avoided taking medication that could have reduced the risk of HIV transmission and repeatedly lied about his health status to his partners. Judge Edward Bindloss labeled Hall a 'dangerous' offender, emphasizing his lack of empathy towards the victims, whose futures have been irrevocably altered. Victim impact statements highlighted the long-term emotional and physical trauma caused by Hall's actions. Despite being diagnosed with HIV in 2010 and receiving multiple warnings from health professionals, Hall failed to adhere to treatment protocols. In addition to his sexual offenses, he was also sentenced for drug dealing related to one of his victims. Following his conviction, police reported that more individuals have come forward, prompting a separate investigation. Jurors were unable to reach a verdict on an additional rape charge, and prosecutors confirmed there would be no retrial.