A Glasgow bike thief hid behind a bus stop from police officers.

Robert Garrow was seen removing a bike from George Square on the afternoon of May 6 this year.

He was also observed by passers-by in possession of it.

The 37-year-old walked towards the people and said "nonce".

He continued to approach despite being told to get back. Finally, he stopped.

Around 10 minutes later, cops on patrol arrived and found the accused hiding behind a bus stop.

He was arrested and the bike was found.

Twelve days later, Garrow was on Mitchell Street.

He struggled with officers and tried to bite them twice. Then, he shouted: “F*** you, f******c***, f****** p****.”

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The North Glasgow resident appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court after he pleaded guilty to the theft, assault, aggressive behaviour and shouting derogatory remarks.

Sheriff Jonathan Guy remarked: "He failed to come to court [last time]."

Garrow's lawyer explained that his client was unwell and had taken a Covid test, which returned positive.

He went on to say: "He is 37 and has been in a stable relationship for almost a year. He anticipates it will be long-term. He said this assisted him with his current degree of stability.

"He has had issues since he was 13 and he is not a stranger to custody. The last time he did a community payback order, it was breached and that is why I understand the social worker has doubts about a new order."

The solicitor added that Garrow now feels ready to work with services and take on support and he asked the sheriff to give the man a chance and not send him to prison.

Sheriff Guy replied: "The obvious thing to do would be to send him straight back to jail."

He addressed Garrow: "When you commit these types of offences, that is the starting point. However, I am being encouraged to give you a chance and see how you can reflect on yourself."

Garrow will be under social work supervision for two years with a requirement to engage with addiction services.

He will also have to complete 210 hours of unpaid work in the next 12 months.