Aouidj Abderaouf, 29, was caught on CCTV grabbing a customers' rucksack at the busy The Walrus And The Carpenter pub, Monument.
He is starting a thirty-six week prison sentence after being convicted of the July 30 theft.
He was also convicted of stealing a bag at nearby El Vino The Olde Wine Shades, Martin Lane on the same day.
Wearing a baseball cap to hide his distinctive balding hairline Abderaouf entered The Walrus And The Carpenter and mingled amongst the customers.
A male patron had left his rucksack on a seat when he went to the bar and Abderaouf grabbed it on the way out.
Fortunately, plain-clothed City of London Police had been watching him and arrested Abderaouf as he stepped outside.
Police Constable Joshua Betts, of the Volume Crime Unit at the City of London Police, said: “We remain committed to tackling bag thefts and ensuring those responsible for such crimes are brought to justice.
“We have already made significant arrests which have led to a number of successful prosecutions.
“Our dedicated officers are working tirelessly to identify and apprehend individuals who target those who live, work and visit the Square Mile.
“Through increased patrols, targeted operations and using our extensive camera network in the City, we are enhancing our ability to deter criminal activities and respond swiftly when incidents occur.”
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