A FRAUDSTER set up credit accounts in another woman's name in what was described in court as a "revenge offence."

Blackburn magistrates heard there was no intention to make money from the offences and Emma Louise Parkinson's motivation had been to upset the other woman.

Parkinson, 30, of Cobden Street, Padiham, pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation, namely opening credit accounts in the name of Jodie Metcalf and ordering goods.

She was made subject to a community order for 12 months with 15 days' rehabilitation activity requirement and 50 hours' unpaid work. She must pay an £85 victim surcharge.

Andy Robinson, prosecuting, said the defendant had set up several credit accounts in Miss Metcalfe's name.

"The first she knew was when a gift set was delivered to her address," said Mr Robinson.

"She contacted the company and was told about the account and was able to trace it back to the defendant."

Mr Robinson said Miss Metcalfe was now in a relationship with Parkinson's ex-partner.

When she was interviewed Parkinson said she did it in anger because of a dispute over the ownership of a vehicle.

"The accounts have been closed and there are no monies outstanding," said Mr Robinson.

"This was a revenge offence rather that an attempt to profit."

Richard Prew, defending, said there had been a falling out between the two women and his client accepted she had wanted to get her own back.

"She wanted to get back at her but revenge is rather a strong word," said Mr Prew.

"The fact her ex is now in a relationship with the aggrieved was not her motivation."