Two teenage women have been issued with a nationwide ban from all pubs, bars, nightclubs, and hotels in the United Kingdom following a destructive incident at a hotel reception. Kera McKeown and Larisa Sumovskaja, both aged 19, left what authorities described as a "trail of destruction" during their drunken outburst at the Trouville Hotel in Bournemouth, Dorset.
Chaotic Scene Caught on Camera
The incident, which occurred at 11:20 am on April 19 last year, was captured on CCTV footage that showed the women causing extensive damage. Neither McKeown nor Sumovskaja were guests at the hotel when they arrived at the reception area. When receptionist Signe Ivane asked them to leave, the situation quickly escalated into violence and vandalism.
Violent Behavior and Property Damage
McKeown, identified as the ringleader, was seen holding a vodka bottle in one hand and her high-heeled shoes in the other. She used her shoes to smash an office door where Ms. Ivane had locked herself for safety. The court heard that McKeown also spat at the receptionist twice and threw various items including two vases of flowers, a computer screen, and a telephone that struck a male receptionist on the head.
Sumovskaja picked up a fire extinguisher, later telling authorities she "thought it would be funny to spray someone with it." Although she didn't activate it, McKeown subsequently threw the extinguisher at hotel staff. The rampage continued with McKeown pushing a computer monitor off the desk, tipping over a large pot plant and a coffee table before the women finally left the premises.
Court Proceedings and Sentencing
At Poole Magistrates Court, District Judge Orla Austin described the women's behavior as "frankly disgraceful" and noted they had narrowly avoided immediate imprisonment. Both McKeown and Sumovskaja, who are from Bournemouth, pleaded guilty to charges of criminal damage and affray.
Judge Austin issued a six-month ban prohibiting the women from entering any pub, bar, nightclub, or hotel in the country, with exceptions only for work-related purposes. She emphasized this was their "last chance" and warned that any further trouble would result in prison sentences.
Mental Health Considerations
Defense lawyers highlighted mitigating factors during sentencing. James Diamond, representing McKeown, noted this was her first court appearance and mentioned she has mental health conditions and neurodiversity issues, with alcohol exacerbating her behavior. Mark Hensleigh, representing Sumovskaja, described his client as "very vulnerable" with mental health challenges and poor educational outcomes.
Financial and Reputational Consequences
The hotel owners estimated the total cost of the damage, including cleanup and reputational harm, at approximately £4,000. They were forced to issue refunds to appease disturbed guests. Prosecuting attorney Tara Olney told the court the establishment had suffered significant "reputational harm" in addition to the physical damage.
Sentencing Details
Both women received 12-week prison sentences suspended for one year. They were ordered to pay £350 each in compensation to the receptionists and hotel for the damage caused. Additionally, Sumovskaja was mandated to complete 15 rehabilitation activity days and 12 mental health sessions.
A third woman, Jasmine Orchard, who was described as having been "dragged along" with the others, received separate handling by magistrates in January. They determined she played a "minimal role" and issued her with a 12-month conditional discharge for using threatening or abusive words with intent to cause fear of violence, along with £111 in costs.
Judge Austin concluded the proceedings with a stern warning to McKeown and Sumovskaja: "You are both in quite a serious situation now - no more trouble whatsoever because if there is you leave me with no other option but to send you to prison."
