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.