l July 26, 2000: Rankin was one of a gang drinking alcohol in public, being abusive and setting fire to wheelie bins.

l September 11, 2000: He was drinking alcohol in public and was involved in an assault, after which he signed an acceptable behaviour contract.

l December 4, 2001: Rankin was banned from a shop after swearing at and intimidating staff and customers.

l September 19, 2001: Asked a local resident to buy alcohol for him.

l September 21, 2001: He drove a moped in a dangerous manner.

l February 1, 2002: One of a gang of 20 youths seen watching a burning car