Former England footballer Andy Carroll is set to appear in court on Tuesday for allegedly violating a non-molestation order. If proven guilty, Carroll could potentially be sentenced to up to five years in prison. The 36-year-old was taken into custody in April following an incident in March and is expected to attend Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court on December 30.
Essex Police has officially charged Carroll with breaching the non-molestation order. The statement released by the police confirmed the arrest of Andrew Carroll, aged 36, from Epping, in connection with the incident that occurred in March. The court proceedings are scheduled to take place at Chelmsford magistrates’ court on December 30.
A non-molestation order is a legal injunction in the UK aimed at preventing contact between individuals. It is typically issued by civil courts to restrict a person from approaching, contacting, or being in proximity to another individual or their residence. Violating such orders can lead to criminal charges, potentially resulting in a prison term of up to five years based on the severity of the offense.
Andy Carroll, known for his role as a striker in the National League South club Dagenham & Redbridge, has represented England in nine matches from 2010 to 2012, scoring two goals, including one during UEFA Euro 2012. Born in Gateshead, England, on January 6, 1989, Carroll has played in various leagues, including the Premier League and English Football League for clubs like Newcastle United, Liverpool, and West Ham United, as well as in France for Amiens and Bordeaux in Ligue 2.
Carroll, who has earned nine caps for the England national team, currently plays for Dagenham and Redbridge in the non-league division. Following his stints in the French league with Amiens and Bordeaux, he joined the National League South club. Carroll initiated his professional career with Newcastle United in 2006 before a short loan spell at Preston North End, where he netted his first league goal.
