A Wigan borough crook is back behind bars after admitting he had phones and sim cards when last an inmate

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Andrew McKeown is back in prison | GMP

A Wigan borough 33-year-old is beginning a new prison sentence for offences he committed when last incarcerated

A former Hindley Prison inmate is back behind bars after admitting he had mobile phones and sim cards while locked up last time.

Andrew McKeown, 33, of Devonshire Road, Atherton, previously appeared before a Bolton judge to plead guilty to possessing such items that are banned to prisoners on October 3 2022.

Returning to court for sentencing, he was given a new custodial term of 13 months.

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