Ford Burnley Nelson thief stole from foster mum on her birthday

Nelson thief stole from foster mum on her birthday

A THIEF who stole from his foster parents, who had looked after him for 16 years, has walked free from court.

Drug user Simon Lewis had stolen his foster mother’s mobile phone on her birthday and run up a £300 bill calling his girlfriend. He also helped himself to £110 from his foster father’s wallet while the victim was in the shower, Burnley Crown Court heard.