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A Michael Jackson fan has been ordered to pay more than £1,600 for playing the star’s hits too loudly at his home in Barking.

Robert Blasse, of Anglian House, Renwick Road pleaded guilty to breaching two notices issued to him by Barking and Dagenham Council after neighbours complained about excessive noise.

When officers visited his home they heard Blasse playing loud music, which included Michael Jackson songs, on two occasions in May and July.

His music equipment was seized because of the repeated breaches.

Blasse appeared at Romford Magistrates’ Court on December 23 where he was fined £120 for each offence and ordered to pay a £174 costs.

He was also told to pay £1,204.74 in council costs.

Councillor Laila Butt, cabinet member for crime and enforcement, said: “We are determined to protect residents’ quality of life and encourage social responsibility in Barking and Dagenham.

“My message to anyone playing music loudly during unsociable hours is don’t blame it on the moonlight, good times or boogie – just turn it down or face a fine.”