Thieves spared jail, despite stealing money from Royal Legion poppy tins, committed a "cruel and vicious" crime according to a local MP.
Roma Taylor and Anthony Archer struck during the run up to centenary celebrations for the First World War.
The crimes caused outrage among Maldon residents.
Full story in The Standard this week.
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