A MAN has been sentenced for theft in Reading following a Thames Valley Police investigation.
Christopher Phipps, aged 41, of Curzon Street, Reading pleaded guilty to one count of theft from a shop at Reading Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, December 17.
He was sentenced to a £100 fine and ordered to pay £200 compensation.
Phipps stole Haribo sweets worth more than £800 from WH Smiths in Reading West services on the M4, on Saturday, November 26, and on Friday, December 16.
Investigating officer, PC Alasdair Ferrie said: “Christopher Phipps was swiftly arrested, charged, and brought before the court where he pled guilty and was sentenced.
“Thank you to the staff at Reading West services for all their support and cooperation during our investigation.”
