A Gwynedd man has been jailed after breaching a community protection notice.

Christopher Holland, of Upperfield Street, Dolgellau, appeared at Caernarfon Magistrates Court on Wednesday, 11 November, charged with two counts of failing to comply with a community protection notice.

The 38-year-old was served with the notice on 28 September following a previous incident.

The conditions prevented him from using abusive, threatening or intimidating language or behaviour towards any person, and from causing alarm or distress by behaving in an anti-social manner.

However, the court heard how, on Tuesday, 20 October, Holland followed a man on Dolgellau High Street before intimidating him by making punching gestures.

He is then said to have stood in front of the man’s car to prevent him from being able to leave.

On Friday, 23 October, Holland attended an appointment when he became aggressive and made threats of violence.

He has been jailed for 26 weeks.

District Inspector Iwan Jones said: “I am aware that Holland’s behaviour has caused concern among local residents and businesses.

“The community are key to resolving anti-social behaviour issues and I would thank the individuals that came forward and provided evidence that allowed officers to take action.

“I hope this result provides reassurance that we are listening and will continue to act to make people to feel safe to live, work and visit Dolgellau.”