A CO-OP thief who stole wine and a sandwich from a convenience store has been fined £80.
Guy Clarke had shoplifted from a Colchester branch of the retailer last month when he stole products worth £18.59.
Colchester Magistrates’ Court heard the case earlier this month where Clarke, of no fixed abode, admitted one charge of theft from a shop.
Officials ordered Clarke to pay a fine of £80, though he was not asked to pay compensation because the wine and sandwich were recovered.
Clarke, 39, was also ordered to pay a further £137 which will be deducted from his benefits.
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