A Machynlleth man who sent an offensive iPhone message has been fined by magistrates.

Thomas Byrne, of Nant y Arian, Forge Road, appeared before Aberystwyth Magistrates’ Court last week.

The 31-year-old pleaded guilty to sending an offensive message on 15 April at Commins Coch.

Byrne was fined £600 and was made the subject of a 12-month restraining order.

He must also pay costs to the Crown Prosecution Service of £85 as well as a surcharge to fund victim services of £60.