Targeted - Wilko, in St John's Street (Image: Newsquest)
A THIEF has been jailed following a three month long spree of shop raids in Colchester.
Jodie Collins targeted Budgens, Wilkos and an East of England Co-op between June 19 and September 6.
Colchester Magistrates’ Court heard the total value of the goods the 38-year-old snatched was £177.77, including a 75p fizzy drink.
Collins, of Avon Way, Colchester, admitted three counts of theft and was jailed for eight weeks with her record of previous offending highlighted.
She must also pay a £154 surcharge.
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