A SMOKER desperate to kick the habit stole nicotine patches from a Trowbridge supermarket.
At North and West Wiltshire Magistrates Court 18-year-old Darren Milner of Heathershaw, Trowbridge admitted stealing patches worth £17.49 from Tesco.
Michelle Hewitt, prosecuting, said: "He said he wanted to buy the packet, but as it was £17.49 he decided not to pay out of principle."
Esther Bisgrove, defending, said: "As well as working full time he also hopes to become a professional boxer. Smoking so many cigarettes isn't compatible with the level of fitness expected of him."
He was ordered to pay a fine of £150 and costs of £55.
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