A MAN has been put behind bars after being caught with a stolen bag containing a laptop, iPhone and paperwork.

Robbie Hollywood appeared from custody for sentencing at Glasgow Sheriff Court. 

The 30-year-old previously pleaded guilty to reset – being in possession of the items, knowing they were stolen by someone else.

However, he is currently serving a sentence for another matter and won’t be released until at least April 8.

The procurator fiscal depute said: “At 5.10pm on January 14, 2021, the witness parked his Lexus vehicle outside Amber Regent, West Regent Street.

“Within his vehicle was a black rucksack containing paperwork, an iPhone, and an HP laptop. He returned to the vehicle several minutes later and set off for an appointment in Paisley.

“He didn’t realise anything was missing until his arrival in Paisley. At around 5.20pm, police officers were dealing with the accused in relation to a separate matter.

“He was found to be in possession of the black rucksack. At this time, police were not aware the items were stolen. He was arrested and detained in custody in relation to the separate matter.

“The property was seized. Enquiries were carried out and the bag was returned to its owner.”

Hollywood’s lawyer told the court his client comes from South Ayrshire originally.

He added: “For a period of time he was sleeping rough in Glasgow then in hostel accommodation. He made acquaintances. It was around about then his drug misuse started to occur.

“He has long-standing issues with heroin addiction. He was subject to a drug treatment and testing order before, but it was revoked for non-compliance.

“He received a 17-week sentence in respect of another matter at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court.

“The items were going to be sold on and the money would go towards drugs. I’m not seeking for you to impose anything other than a custodial sentence. Chances have been put in place for him to take but he hasn’t.”

Sheriff Mark McGuire noted Hollywood, of Kilmarnock, to have “a considerable record”.

The sheriff said: “You have 43 convictions for 66 separate offences and 17 of them are dishonesty offences. None of the community-based disposals are realistic. You are repeatedly failing to comply with such orders.”

He was sentenced to 136 days in prison.