Man stole jewellery from ex due to break-up

Charles Austin, who allegedly stole jewellery and other valuables from a woman who was said to be his former partner, was yesterday cleared of a simple larceny charge after he offered compensation.

It was alleged that on March 10, at Georgetown, Austin, 35, stole from the person of Davlyn Daniels a quantity of gold jewellery and other valuables, amounting to $100,000.

Austin, who appeared before Chief Magistrate Priya Sewnarine-Beharry, pleaded not