Arrest in Oxfordshire town for distress and harassment

Thames Valley Police has said they have arrested a man for breaching a civil injunction in Banbury.

This had been put in place to safeguard neighbours from harassment and distress, as well as anti-social behaviour.

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He is set to be sentenced next week, having admitted to the offence.

A spokesperson for the Cherwell unit said: “Yesterday, officers from the Banbury Neighbourhood Policing Team arrested a local resident for breaching a civil injunction.

“This injunction had been put in place to safeguard neighbours from behaviour causing harassment, alarm, distress, and ongoing anti‑social behaviour

Banbury Cross (Image: Charlotte Coles, Newsquest)

“The male admitted the breach and was remanded into court custody. He is due to be sentenced next week.”

The police added that they wanted to show that anti-social behaviour is taken seriously and encouraged anyone who experiences it to report it.

The spokesperson added: “We want to reassure our community that we take anti‑social behaviour extremely seriously.

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“No one should have to tolerate behaviour that impacts their safety, wellbeing, or ability to enjoy their home and neighbourhood.

“We will continue to take robust action against those who choose to behave in this way.

“If you experience ASB or have concerns in your area, please report it to us so we can continue to support and protect our community.”