AN ALLOA man has pleaded guilty to stalking charges after harassing a woman for more than six months.

Steven McQueen (39), of Inglewood Road, admitted to an amended charge of engaging in a course of conduct which caused fear and alarm.

On various occasions, between 1 June 2013 and 15 December 2013 he sent numerous text messages, letters and cards to the complainer and refused to stop when asked to do so.

Sentence was deferred on McQueen when he appeared before Alloa Sheriff Court on Monday (24 November).

He is to re-appear for disposal on 8 January, following the completion of criminal justice social work reports.