"A man has pleaded guilty to dressing up as an admiral during a Remembrance Sunday event in North Wales. Jonathan Carley attended a wreath-laying service in Llandudno on 9 November wearing uniform bearing the mark of His Majesty's Forces without permission. The 64-year-old from Harlech was arrested after he was spotted wearing the uniform and medals of a high-ranking navy officer and his image was circulated online."
"He later told police the naval uniform was issued to him legitimately when he was in the cadets but he had rear admiral rings added by a tailor and he had bought medals online. During an appearance at Llandudno Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty and has been fined 500 and ordered to pay 85 towards prosecution costs and a 200 surcharge."
"Jams Neary, prosecuting, said at the well attended service, Carley wore medals including for service in Iraq and Syria and approached organisers to introduce himself. He said: The defendant was allowed to lay a wreath. He did so, he saluted and stood among other dignitaries. His photograph later went viral on social media and when he was arrested on November 14, he told police: I've been expecting you."
Jonathan Carley attended a wreath-laying service in Llandudno on 9 November wearing a naval uniform bearing the mark of His Majesty's Forces without permission. He wore medals including for service in Iraq and Syria and added rear admiral rings to a legitimately issued cadet uniform. He approached organisers, was allowed to lay a wreath, saluted, and stood among other dignitaries. Images of him circulated on social media, prompting complaints from former and serving personnel. He was arrested on November 14, pleaded guilty at Llandudno Magistrates' Court, and was fined 500 with costs and a surcharge ordered. He told police he sought a sense of belonging and affirmation.
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