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Joey Barton given suspended jail sentence over 'grossly offensive' social media posts

Joey Barton, the former footballer, has received a suspended prison sentence of six months for sending grossly offensive social media posts aimed at broadcaster Jeremy Vine and football pundits Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko. He was found guilty of six counts of sending electronic communications intended to cause distress, leading to an order for 200 hours of community service and over £20,000 in costs.

Joey Barton with grey hair and brown beard and black glasses wearing a grey hoodie

Joey Barton with grey hair and brown beard and black glasses wearing a grey hoodie

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Key Highlights

  • Joey Barton received a suspended sentence for offensive social media posts.
  • He was convicted of sending six grossly offensive communications.
  • The posts targeted broadcaster Jeremy Vine and pundits Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko.
  • Barton was ordered to complete 200 hours of community service.
  • He must pay more than £20,000 in costs related to the case.
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  1. Joey Barton given suspended jail sentence over 'grossly offensive' social media posts
  2. Joey Barton gets suspended prison sentence for offensive social media posts

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