A Watford man charged with sending “numerous” threatening messages has denied stalking.

Reece Narayan appeared in Croydon Magistrates’ Court on May 15 and pleaded not guilty to a charge of stalking involving fear of violence.

It is alleged that Narayan, of King Georges Avenue, Watford, committed the offence in London, causing a woman to fear violence on at least two occasions, between November 8, 2019, and November 8, 2022.

This allegedly included “numerous” threatening text messages, voicemails and letters, according to court documents.

The charge alleges that the 24-year-old knew or ought to have known his conduct would cause fear of violence.

He is next set to appear in the court on June 30, for trial.

Also in court

Elliot Belsham, 35, from Watford, has been charged with robbery, being drunk and disorderly in a public place, public nuisance, and common assault.

He appeared at Hatfield Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (May 23), where he was remanded in custody ahead of his next court appearance. More information here.