A Southampton man has admitted fraud after he lied that he needed money to visit a premature baby in hospital.
Anthony Loveridge of Rigby Road, Southampton made the claim whilst travelling on a train between Portsmouth Harbour and Haslemere.
A court heard how the 34-year-old had planned to make a £250 gain for himself by claiming he was visiting the infant.
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But he has now pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation in relation to the offence on August 27, 2018.
He was ordered to pay £250 in compensation at Southampton Magistrates' Court this month.
A collection order was made with Loveridge being ordered to pay the amount in full by January 7, 2024.
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