Kent man receives five-year order for pitch invasion before rugby match in Liverpool
Daniel Jarvis faces restrictions after disrupting England v Australia match
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A man from Gravesend, Kent has been handed a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) for running onto the pitch before an international rugby league match in Liverpool last year.
Daniel Jarvis, 37, disrupted the start of the England v Australia Rugby League match at Hill Dickinson Stadium on 1st November, leading to his arrest.
He appeared in South Sefton Magistrates' Court on Tuesday 21st April, where he received a CBO and a range of penalties including a 10-week suspended prison sentence, 110 hours of unpaid work, and a 10-day rehabilitation order.
Jarvis must also pay a £150 victim surcharge and £500 costs.
Terms of the Criminal Behaviour Order
The CBO prohibits Jarvis from disrupting sporting events or entering restricted areas at sporting venues within England, Wales, or Northern Ireland.
Additionally, he must produce a valid ticket for inspection upon demand within such venues.
Failing to adhere to these terms could result in up to five years' imprisonment, an unlimited fine, or both.
Previous incidents and comments from officials
Prior to this incident, Jarvis was given a Football Banning Order in November after disrupting a match in Dublin.
Inspector Stuart McLoughlin commented on the impact of Jarvis's actions:
“Jarvis thought it would be funny to enter the pitch, but actions like this divert security and can pose a threat."
The incident was costly in terms of police resources and taxpayer money, he added.
Dave Lewis from Everton Football Club emphasised the seriousness of pitch invasions, noting the club's zero-tolerance approach.
Following this event, Everton reviewed security measures at Hill Dickinson Stadium to ensure safety.