Serial shoplifter spared jail after Wigan court theft admissions
A serial shoplifter has narrowly avoided an immediate prison sentence for his thieving spree.
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Patrick Lannon, 29, of Keswick Place, Ince, pleaded guilty to stealing clothes, alcohol, a suitcase and other items from Asda and B&M on eight occasions between June 3 and July 2.
He admitted a further charge of attempting to steal meat, cheese and clothes from Asda on June 23. Returning to Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court for sentencing, he was given a 20-week custodial term but it was suspended for 12 months.