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Repeat Shoplifter Jailed and Barred From Most Leominster Stores Under Three-Year Order

Police say the court-imposed ban is designed to protect local retailers following multiple thefts.

Overview

  • John Lewis, 31, of no fixed abode, was convicted of five thefts at Worcester Magistrates Court and jailed for eight weeks with £641 compensation ordered.
  • A three-year criminal behaviour order prohibits him from entering any retail premises in Leominster except Aldi on Dishley Street and Westfield Walk Pharmacy.
  • The order also forbids him from refusing to leave a premises when directed by someone with authority.
  • Offences cited in court included stealing wine from Tesco Express in Hereford, Lego and electronics from TG Jones/WH Smith, gift sets from Leominster Pharmacy, and a mobile phone from Phone Solutions.
  • West Mercia Police described him as a well-known shoplifter and asked the public to report any breaches via 101, the force’s online portal, or Crimestoppers.