South Shields man hit with five-year restraining order after being found guilty of harassment

A South Shields man has been given a restraining order.

Scott Young, of Orwell Close, in South Shields, appeared at Newcastle Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, January 15, where he was sentenced for harassment without violence.

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The case was heard at Newcastle Magistrates’ Court. | Iconic Media

The 40-year-old, who had previously been found guilty for the charge against him, was given a 12-month community order and ordered to undertake 150 hours of unpaid work.

Young was also given a five-year restraining order which prevents him from contacting his victim.

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