Kath Towns, also known as Kathleen Towns, is a known figure in Bideford, Devon, primarily due to her involvement in a series of criminal activities related to theft and public order offenses. Here’s a summary based on available information:
- Criminal History: Kathleen Towns has been sentenced for theft and public order infractions. She pleaded guilty to these charges during her appearance at North Devon Magistrates’ Court on March 26, 2024, resulting in a two-year conditional discharge. Additionally, a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) was issued against her, prohibiting her from entering specific stores in Bideford, begging in the town centre, and engaging in certain behaviors like touching car handles or entering private driveways without permission. This CBO is set for two years.
- Local Impact: The local community and law enforcement have taken measures to address her actions. The neighborhood policing team emphasized the CBO as a preventive measure against further offenses. There’s an encouragement for the public to report any violations of her CBO, suggesting a community effort to monitor her behavior.
- Public Perception: The local news coverage portrays her as a “prolific offender.” Indicating she’s well-known in the area for her criminal activities. The tone in the articles often includes a mix of frustration and hope for her rehabilitation. This highlights the community’s desire for peace while acknowledging the possibility of her turning her life around.
Kath Towns moved onto Ilfracombe
For over a month or so, Kath has been residing in Ilfracombe after being placed there by the hierarchy. Ilfracombe is less than an hours drive from Bideford.
Ilfracombe locals over the past few weeks have had a taste of what Bideford locals have had for over a decade. A Facebook page has been set up where Ilfracombe locals and members can post where and when they see Kath. It’s a little bit like PokemonGo.
The aim of this is so locals can keep tabs on the former Bideford menace. Kath Towns watch (who whacked it today!) | Facebook
This is a savage and brutal way of keeping an eye out on the 38 year old and some claim that it is a form of stalking which is an illegal act.
Last year there was a similar Facebook page set up by residents of Bideford. This page did not stay live for long and was removed for one reason or another.
What are your thoughts? Is this cruel on Kath or is it justified?
I thought things had been silent on the Kath front in Biddy. Poor Ilfracombe ain’t going to know what’s hit them once she settles in in her new surroundings.