stolen only minutes before.John Devlin, 64, stopped to help repair the handlebars of the bicycle that Paul Hartey, 46, had earlier taken from his shed in Glasgow's Drumchapel on June 18, 2021.Mr Devlin was part way though fixing the bike when he suddenly noticed the distinctive stickers on its frame.
Further inspection revealed that his helmet was still strapped to the cycle too.He pointed out to the thief "That's mine" only for Hartey to run off down the street.
Mr Devlin gave chase and yesterday Hartey found himself in the dock at Glasgow Sheriff Court, reports Glasgow Live.Accused of forcing open a lockfast shed and stealing the bike, Hartey pleaded guilty.
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