Convicted Killer Bannister Admits Repeated Restraining Order Breaches Against Cheryl

Daniel Bannister, a convicted killer and long-time stalker of Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Tweedy, has pleaded guilty to breaching a restraining order by appearing at a Buckinghamshire property where he believed Cheryl was present. Bannister, who has a manslaughter conviction from 2012, was arrested after showing up at the location on June 19 and was subsequently remanded in custody ahead of sentencing scheduled for September 23, where he faces up to five years in prison. Despite previous jail terms and a three-year restraining order imposed in 2024, Bannister has repeatedly violated court orders, causing Cheryl significant distress and fear for her and her eight-year-old son Bear's safety. Cheryl has publicly expressed her terror and feeling of violation due to Bannister’s persistent stalking, which also intensified following the death of her former partner, Liam Payne. The court has emphasized Bannister's inability to stay away from Cheryl, highlighting the ongoing safety concerns surrounding the case. Bannister’s continued breaches underscore the challenges faced by victims of stalking and the legal system's role in addressing such threats.