A Fairbourne man who stole vodka and a dog lead and collar from shops in Porthmadog has been handed a community order by magistrates.

Benjamin Sidwell, of 7 Glan y Mor, appeared before Caernarfon Magistrates’ Court on 16 February.

The 33-year-old pleaded guilty at the hearing to stealing a bottle of vodka from Tesco in Porthmadog on 5 September last year.

He also admitted stealing a red dog lead and dog collar from the Woof n Roll store in Porthmadog on 15 September.

Magistrates handed Sidwell a 12 month community order to include 40 hours of unpaid work.

He was also ordered to pay a total of £66.98 in compensation.

No order was made for costs.