Sutton resident jailed for breaching Anti-Social Behaviour Injunction

Darren Frost, of no fixed address, is prohibited from entering Sutton town centre as part of his injunction.

However, he was spotted in the area by a community protection officer and arrested.

The order had been obtained by Ashfield Council in January 2021, following anti-social behaviour by Frost in Sutton town centre and the Carsic Estate.

The order, valid until December 20, 2021, forbids Frost from committing violence and making threats of violence to residents of and visitors to the town centre and the estate.

However, he was taken to court after breaching the order – where he was jailed for 28 days.

The court heard there was a general disobedience from Frost and breaches were deliberate, persistent, and posed a risk to residents.

Coun Helen-Ann Smith, council cabinet member for community safety, said “This case should make it clear we will not tolerate disruptive individuals in Ashfield.

“Frost continued to enter Sutton town centre, despite being prohibited due to his previous behaviour.

“The council is committed to making our town centres safer, cleaner and welcoming places to visit.

"We will pursue enforcement action whenever we can to ensure that the behaviours of a few people don’t impact other resident’s enjoyment of Ashfield.”

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