A TEENAGER from Tadley has been punished for stealing the hat of a security officer.

The 15-year-old, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, stole the Securitas hat in Tadley on November 15. He also damaged a cell at Basingstoke police station 10 days later. (25/11)

The teenager pleaded guilty to both offences at Basingstoke Youth Court. He received a six-month conditional discharge, and was told to pay £20 compensation, a £10 victim surcharge and £10 costs.