Pub Owner Turns Plant Pot Theft into Hilarious “Flower Pot Bandit” Beer

A pub had a plant pot stolen. The owner, Kevin Barber, was surprised. CCTV showed a man taking it. The man later sent a card apologizing for stealing the pot and included £20 as compensation.

The thief signed the card, calling himself “The Flower Pot Bandit.” He said he drank too much beer and wasn’t sure where the pot went. Kevin thought it was funny and decided to make a beer called “The Flower Pot Bandit”.

Kevin said the man didn’t hide the theft; he just walked off with the pot. Staff knew him as a regular. Kevin didn’t call the police because the pot only cost £8 to replace, and he put the extra money in tips.

The man drank strong beer, 6.5% alcohol. Kevin posted about it online, joking about the man drinking too much. Staff found the card days later; it was a sincere apology.

Kevin replaced the plant pot, and the story became a funny joke. People suggested the beer name. Kevin hopes no one steals more pots, as he doesn’t want it to become a trend.

Kevin posted on Facebook about it. He asked the “Flower Pot Bandit” to return it, saying stealing ruins the decorating. He suggested the man buy his own pot. People found the story hilarious online.