A WINCHESTER woman has been imprisoned for assault and shoplifting.

Summer McCarthy, 22, of Staple Gardens, assaulted Andrew Gillespie on Sunday, February 25, a court heard.

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Appearing at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court on Monday, May 20, McCarthy pleaded guilty to the crime, as well as a charge of stealing £40.50 worth of items from Marks and Spencer, also on February 25.

On Monday, July 30, she was sentenced to 10 weeks imprisonment.

She must also pay £140.50 compensation. The court record said that no order was made for costs due to the defendant's limited means.