Jilted Blackpool man admits sending his male escort ex offensive WhatsApp messages

Daniel Lloyd, 29, of Horsebridge Road, Grange Park, admitted harassment when he appeared at Blackpool Magistrates' Court last week.

His lawyer Patrick Nelligan said: "My client had a relationship with a male escort which did not end well.

"He admits sending insulting messages."

Lloyd had his case adjourned so pre-sentence reports could be prepared.

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