A MAN has been convicted of broadcasting racist messages over a radio network.

John Saxby, from Rye, made a number of racial remarks over the CB and amateur radio frequencies, which are most commonly used on ships, lorries and two-way radio conversations.

Hastings Magistrates Court heard the 61-year-old made the remarks between March and June 2021.

Saxby targeted one victim in particular, making racial comments and remarks about his disabilities over the course of several months.

He was convicted of committing racially aggravated harassment without violence and received a restraining order, a community order and an unpaid work requirement of 80 hours.

Saxby, of Rye Harbour Road, Rye, was also fined £180.

Police Constable Ryan Welby, of Hastings CID, said: “Racism has no place in our society. This conviction shows the public that even those who choose to abuse others from behind closed doors will be discovered.

“We will always treat such reports seriously and act on the evidence presented.”