A THIEF who was caught stealing from a bistro in Cadnam has been sentenced.

Robert Archer was seen entering Le Chanteclerc, on Newbridge Road, before taking a television and alcohol from the premises on February 11.

While there, the 36-year-old also stole bank cards belonging to Heather Hall.

Archer, of Pollards Moor Road, Copythorne, pleaded guilty to the charges. He was committed to prison for three months, suspended for 12 months.

Archer was also ordered to pay £85 costs and £115 victim surcharge.