A 25-year-old shopworker, Rhiannon Evans, from Caernarfon, Gwynedd, has been sentenced to a community order for harassing her boyfriend’s ex-partner by sending videos of herself passing wind. The court heard that Evans sent a series of inappropriate messages, including “fart selfies,” to Deborah Prytherch, which began on December 22 and continued even after police intervention.
- Woman harassed ex-partner with fart videos.
- Rhiannon Evans received a community order.
- Prosecutors described videos as inappropriate.
- Victim expressed desire for safety at home.
- Evans cited mental health and difficult upbringing.
- Court imposed rehabilitation and restraining order.
Evans pleaded guilty to pursuing a course of conduct that amounted to harassment. Prosecutors described how she sent videos showing her passing gas, with her face smiling at the camera. Despite being warned by police, Evans continued to send messages on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
During the court proceedings, it was revealed that Evans had a troubled upbringing and mental health issues. Her defense attorney noted that the videos were sent after she had been drinking and that she did not intend to cause distress. However, the court found her actions to be purely malicious.
As part of her sentencing, Evans was ordered to complete 15 rehabilitation sessions, undergo 60 days of alcohol abstinence monitoring, and adhere to a two-year restraining order against contacting Prytherch. Additionally, she was required to pay £100 in compensation and £199 in costs.
The court’s decision reflects the seriousness of harassment, regardless of the medium used. Evans’ case serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of online actions and the importance of respecting personal boundaries.
