A MAN has been banned from all pubs and bars in Wrexham city centre after a violent outburst in which he attacked two people.

Nathan Atkinson appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday, giving the court a 'care of' address of Gardden Road in Rhos.

The 28-year-old had been convicted at a previous hearing of assault by beating, obstructing police, assault by beating of an emergency worker and failing to surrender to police or court bail.

Prosecutor Justin Espie told the court that at around 1am on March 24 this year, CCTV operators requested police officers to attend the Karaoke Bar in Abbot Street due to a fight.

When officers arrived, Atkinson was identified as having been involved - and was restrained.

Security officer Ricardo Morais confirmed to officers that he'd been punched twice in the face by the defendant.

When officers attempted to handcuff Atkinson, he became violent.

His behaviour included lashing and kicking out, as well as attempting to bite and spit.

At one point, he kicked Elin Hughes' shin, leaving a bruise.

A probation officer told the court Atkinson, a dad-of-two, had been out drinking with friends on the night, explaining: "He drank excessively and admits that he can be confrontational and violent when under the influence.

"He was highly under the influence of substances at the time; he usually mixes alcohol with cocaine.

"Mr Atkinson stated the security officer had hold of one of his friends and he tried to intervene, but the officer pushed him.

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"He saw red and punched him twice to the face.

"He has been binging on substances for a number of years now, having started on cannabis at 15.

"He is currently sofa-surfing."

Laura MacMillan, defending, told the court her client's admission to the offences were on the basis that he'd been reckless.

She added: "I've told him the predicament he is in, and it is hoped that when he engages with probation he will be encouraged to address his alcohol and drug use.

"Hopefully he will find himself back in work and the routine will help him.

"He indicates he is willing to engage with unpaid work and he'd aim to settle any financial penalty as quickly as possible."

District Judge Gwyn Jones told the defendant: "You took issue with Mr Morais, who indicated your level of intoxication was such that you should not be on the premises.

"People want to go out in Wrexham without having to witness violent outbursts.

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"Police and door staff want everyone to enjoy themselves and not have to be kicked or spat at as part of their employment."

The Judge handed down a 12 month community order with 25 rehabilitation activity days and 160 hours of unpaid work.

The defendant must pay £85 costs, as well as £200 compensation each to PC Hughes and Mr Morais.

District Judge Jones also excluded Atkinson from all on-licenced premises in Wrexham city centre for the next eight months.