A gambling addict has been jailed after he stole exactly £500 worth of booze and meat from Retford’s Asda store to pay off a debt.
Sean Brooks walked into the Wharf Road store and filled up his trolley with alcohol and meat before walking out and handing the goods over to the men who he owed the money to – who were waiting outside.
He then went back into the store the following day and, when recognised by a security guard, admitted it was him who had stolen the food and drink.
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The 36-year-old was jailed for 28 days by Nottingham magistrates after he admitted theft and breaching a conditional discharge.
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