Bound over to keep the peace

A WHITTON man was bound over to keep the piece for 12 months after it was alleged by his wife that he had been trying to throw her and her children out of their home.

Jagjit Singh Virk of Nelson Road appeared in Richmond Court this week after police were called to his home by his wife Baramjit Kaur on March 19th.

Prosecutor Kash Malik, told the court: "Police were called to an address by a woman who was frightened by her husband who was shouting and punching the door.

"Police arrived and she told them he had been drinking and trying to throw her and the children out of the house. She feared for her safety."

The 35-year-old was then arrested for breach of piece and taken to Richmond Police Station. Defending Virk, his defence lawyer said: "They have been having problems in their marriage. He has been out of work for 45 months and is supported by his wife. He lives with her and the two children and accepts that his behaviour was unacceptable."

Having been bound over to keep the peace, Virk was fined £250.

Vandalism to bus shelter

A 20-YEAR-old man will pay £291 after he threw stones at a bus shelter while out drinking with friends.

Matthew Ridler of St Mary's Grove, Richmond, pleaded guilty at Richmond Court this Friday, having caused £76 worth of damage to the shelter at Six Cross Road, Twickenham, on March 8th.

Manjit Mahal, prosecuting, said: "On Saturday at about 2.15am, the defendant and a group of four others were seen walking along the junction of Six Cross Road.

"The defendant was seen by police officers throwing objects at the bus shelter causing damage to it."

Ridler was arrested and charged with criminal damage at Twickenham Police Station.

Ms Ataar, said in mitigation: "He accepts it was irresponsible.

"He had been out drinking in Twickenham town centre, having a few drinks with some friends after a hard week's work. He was with another friend and sadly started throwing stones at the bus shelter."

Ridler was fined £160 and will pay compensation of £76. He was also pay an additional £55 in court costs.

Harassed by former para

AN EX Paratrooper who had served with his regiment for 22 years will serve 18 months on a community rehabilitation order for harassment.

Alan Rodney Puddle, 57, of Hounslow Road, Hounslow, had previously pleaded guilty to harassing Anthea Ship on Stanborough Road, Hampton on November 28th.

The court heard how the victim had called the police after Puddle, who lived next door, had shouted sexual remarks towards her and that he said he was going to slash' her up.

Prosecutor, Manjit Mahal said: "The various sexual remarks were of quite a graphic nature.

"The victim is scared to leave her home because of the threats and is genuinely a nervous wreck."

His defence lawyer, Mr Drurie, told the courtroom: "He spent 22 years in the parachute regiment and the bereavement of his wife in 1985 led to a drink problem.

"His accommodation was burnt down after a fire in which he lost all his property.

"He also has problems with heart disease, arthritis and depression. Recently he has commenced a relationship with a retired social worker who is encouraging him to face his problems."

Before sentencing, the chair of the bench, addressing Puddle, said: " We are all very grateful of your 22 years in the armed services and to people like you, especially at this time of war."

Puddle was also ordered to pay £55 costs.