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February 28, 2026
Tim Dowling: Do I look like a man who would buy stolen wine?
As I attempt garden repairs between downpours, I wonder why I was targeted as a likely purchaser of shoplifted goods

TL;DR
- The author was approached by a stranger selling shoplifted white wine.
- He then attempted to repair his garden wall, which was damaged by overgrown ivy.
- The repair attempt resulted in the wall partially collapsing, creating an unintended opening.
- His wife suggested the builder, Mark, would fix it, highlighting the author's recurring need for repairs.
- The author made a temporary fix to the wall and later bought a bottle of wine equipped with an anti-theft collar.
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