A KIDDERMINSTER Harriers soccer supporter has been convicted of having an air rifle on the way to a game in March last year.

Andrew Sadler was accused of intending to cause supporters of Cheltenham Town to fear violence. He admitted possessing the weapon whilst prohibited because of a previous period in custody.

Sadler, 19, of Dunlin Drive, Kidderminster, was remanded on bail at Hereford Crown Court for a pre-sentence report.

Recorder Martin Butterworth said he was granting bail "with some hesitation" as Sadler had several previous convictions.

He imposed a 7am to 7pm curfew and banned Sadler from attending any Harriers matches, home or away, or entering Kidderminster town centre.