Ex-gangster Ian “Blink” MacDonald has avoided jail after stealing his partner’s car in “a moment of madness”.
The convicted bank robber admitted driving off in girlfriend Ashley’s Range Rover after a row at McDonald’s, in Bellshill, in May.
The 61-year-old – who later dumped the vehicle in nearby Uddingston – also admitted threatening or abusive behaviour towards the 35-year-old.
He was handed a community payback order at Hamilton Sheriff Court yesterday and told to get help with his drug and drink problems.
The court heard the couple were hoping to reconcile following a stormy period in their relationship.
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