Northampton man who tattooed child banned from contacting under-18s by court
"The evidence presented to the court demonstrated significant concerns regarding Evan Bailey's contact with young people and the impact his behaviour was having on vulnerable members of our community”
A Northampton man who tattooed a child under the age of 18 has been banned from contacting youngsters following concerns about his involvement with vulnerable children, Northamptonshire Police have revealed.
Evan Bailey has been handed a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) which prevents him from communicating with anyone under 18, except family members or where contact is required for his employment, police said in a statement issued on November 6.
A Northamptonshire Police spokesperson said: “The application was supported by evidence that Bailey had tattooed a child under the age of 18 and had repeatedly associated with vulnerable young people. Police also identified concerns relating to anti-social behaviour, drug-related offending, and allegations that he had encouraged children to go missing and become involved in criminal activity.
“Officers were particularly concerned about Bailey's contact with vulnerable children and young people,” the spokesperson added.
If Bailey breaches any of the conditions of the Criminal Behaviour Order, he risks arrest and further prosecution.
Constable Adam Perch, of Northampton’s Child Exploitation Hub, said: "Protecting children and vulnerable young people is one of our highest priorities, and we will use every tool available to us to safeguard those who may be at risk of exploitation.
"The evidence presented to the court demonstrated significant concerns regarding Evan Bailey's contact with young people and the impact his behaviour was having on vulnerable members of our community.
"This Criminal Behaviour Order places robust restrictions on Bailey and gives officers additional powers to intervene where necessary. We are publicising the order so that members of the public understand the conditions imposed and can help us identify any breaches.
"We would encourage anyone who sees Bailey in the company of a young person in circumstances which may breach the order to report it to Northamptonshire Police."
Anyone who witnesses Bailey breaching the terms of the order is asked to report it to Northamptonshire Police by calling 101 or by using the online reporting tools at www.northants.police.uk. In an emergency, or where a crime is in progress, always call 999.