A MAN who stole a packet of bacon admitted that was his intention.

John Sokolowski, 26, of St Peter Street, Blackburn, pleaded guilty stealing bacon worth £45 from Thoroughgoods.

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He was given a 12-month conditional discharge and told to pay a £1,650 criminal court charge, £15 victim charge, £85 costs and £7.45 compensation.