A MAN described as a “prolific nuisance” has been banned from a town in the Cotswolds.

Daniel Cook, of no fixed abode, has received an interim civil injunction order following alleged involvement in several incidents.

The case was brought against the 42-year-old by Solace, a joint team of officers from Gloucestershire Constabulary, Cheltenham Borough Council and Gloucester City Council following numerous reports of incidents involving Cook in the Winchcombe area.

Cook was served with the 12-month-long injunction following a hearing at Cheltenham and Gloucester County Court on Thursday, May 25.

The order forbids him from entering the town of Winchcombe.

Within the boundary of Winchcombe, Cook must also not engage in conduct which causes or is capable of causing harassment or alarm or distress, use or threaten to use violence against anyone, and shout, swear, use abusive language or make rude or insulting gestures.

Inspector Grant White from the Tewkesbury Neighbourhood Policing Team said: "Cook was causing considerable issues and upset for the residents, schools and businesses of Winchcombe with anti-social behaviour.

"This was causing fear in the local community and being raised as a community concern on a regular basis so I hope the injunction will stop his actions."

Anyone who sees Cook breaching his injunction is asked to report this to the police by calling 101 or the Solace team on 01452 396396.