Chancer walked out of Falkirk Asda with TV in a trolley

Shopping trolleys are handy when stealing bulky items but they can also draw attention from staff.
By The Newsroom
Published 9th Aug 2019, 14:17 BST
Donald tried to steal a television set from Asda in FalkirkDonald tried to steal a television set from Asda in Falkirk
Donald tried to steal a television set from Asda in Falkirk

Jordan Donald (25) found this out the hard way when he tried to pinch a £239 TV set from Asda, in Newmarket Street, Falkirk.

Appearing from custody at Falkirk Sheriff Court yesterday, Donald admitted the theft he committed on January 22.

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Procurator fiscal depute Ann Orr said: “The accused was seen leaving the shop without paying for a TV which was in a trolley. He was stopped outside and the TV was recovered.”

Currently serving 38 months in prison, Donald, 75 Falkirk Road, Bonnybridge had a further four months added to his stretch.