A notorious prankster who has caused disruption at numerous sporting events over recent years has been sentenced to prison. Daniel Jarvis, 37, widely recognized online as 'Jarvo69', faced justice after infiltrating Twickenham Stadium during England's Six Nations match against Ireland in November 2022.
Jail Sentence for Fraudulent Entry
Jarvis was found guilty of using a false or borrowed identification to gain entry into the national stadium, violating Section 2 of the Fraud Act 2006. He received a 15-month prison sentence at Kingston Crown Court on April 27. The case was adjourned to May 10 for consideration of a Criminal Behaviour Order, linked to an offence of possessing articles for use in fraud.
The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed the sentencing, stating that the matter would be revisited for the potential order.
History of Disruptive Stunts
Jarvis is infamous for a series of high-profile stunts. He caused chaos on BBC's Match of the Day by smuggling a phone that played explicit sounds live on air. He has also infiltrated other venues, including the Oval, Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium, and Cheltenham Festival.
At Twickenham, Jarvis ran onto the pitch in full England kit and joined the national anthem line-up before being tackled by security. In 2021, he collided with England cricketer Jonny Bairstow during a Test match at the Oval after changing into an India kit and pretending to bowl. For that incident, he received a suspended eight-week jail term and a two-year ban from sporting events.
In November 2024, Jarvis was banned from attending all national and international football matches for five years after invading the pitch during Ireland's clash with England at Dublin's Aviva Stadium. He also appeared at South Sefton Magistrates' Court for invading an Everton pitch during a rugby league match, resulting in a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order.
Reaction from Associates
A friend of Jarvis posted on his X account, criticizing the jury's decision, claiming the fake ID was merely a prop for a video intro. The friend alleged that the sentencing received no mainstream press coverage.
Jarvis previously claimed his actions brought joy to fans struggling with mental health, stating in court, 'I get loads of people saying they have got mental health [problems] and my videos make them happy.'
