Corkman lifted cash register from shop and put it in holdall bag before leaving

Accused, who had no previous convictions of any kind, had successfully completed a rehabilitation programme and was now clear of alcohol, court heard

Accused was prosecuted for trespass and theft and pleaded guilty to both counts. Picture: Larry Cummins

A 44-year-old man who was never in any trouble before went behind the counter of a shop, lifted the cash register and walked out of the premises with it in a holdall bag.

Ivor Runtigm, of Middle Glanmire Road, Cork, faced sentencing at Cork District Court where Detective Garda John Gleeson said the incident occurred at McSweeney’s shop on Gardiner’s Hill, Cork, on August 17 2021.