Ricky Stevenson used the stolen cash to support his drug use and gambling, police said
Ricky Stevenson's actions had left the business, at Hinderwell, near Whitby, on the brink of collapse, police said. Stevenson's actions came to light when the business owner began to receive warning letters regarding unpaid bills.The defendant initially claimed the lack of funds was down to guests failing to turn up due to the Covid restrictions.