Ipswich man Michael Taylor, 43, charged with theft from vehicles and bank cards, given five-year criminal behaviour order

A 43-year-old man charged with using stolen bank cards and theft from vehicles has been given a five-year criminal behaviour order.

Michael Taylor, of Packard Avenue, Ipswich, was handed the order on Wednesday at Ipswich Magistrates’ Court.

He was charged with three incidents of fraud, which took place on July 25 and 28 of last year, where he used stolen bank cards at three separate shops.

He was also charged with interfering with a vehicle on August 20.

Ben Richards, Ipswich West and Hadleigh inspector, said: “Mr Taylor has been a prolific offender for a significant time in Ipswich and although each offence may seem minor, the combined effect has had a detrimental effect on the lives of dozens of victims across the area.

“The imposed conditions are designed to limit his opportunity to commit further offences while having the minimal impact on the normal tasks associated with anyone’s daily life.”

The order, which is in place for five years, requires Michael to stay at his home address between 10pm and 6am each day for six months.

He must not interfere with, enter or attempt to enter any unattended vehicle and must not be in possession of any bank or credit card that are not in his name.

A failure to adhere to those requirements could results in being sent to prison or ordered to pay a fine.

Insp Richards added: “I’d take this opportunity to remind all vehicle owners to remove valuables.

“Having your car broken into can be very distressing, but there are a few steps you can take which will deter thieves and keep your valuables safe.

“Many of these crimes are opportunistic and we want to make it harder for criminals.”