THREE people appeared at Barnsley Magistrates’ Court on Monday charged with the theft of £725 worth of power tools.

The trio were allegedly involved in the theft from the boot of a van at Kingfisher Drive, Wombwell, between Friday and Saturday.

David Brian Osbourne, 47, of College Terrace, Darfield, has been remanded in custody until his next appearance at Sheffield Crown Court on December 23.

Albert Smith, 42, from West Street, Darfield, received conditional bail until his next appearance at Sheffield Crown Court on December 23.

He also faces a charge of possession of a controlled drug.

Rachel Penty, 37, from Coronation Terrace, Ardsley, was also committed to Sheffield Crown Court to appear with her co-accused.