A man who stole more than £150 worth of stock during a five week shoplifting spree in Worksop has been jailed. Luke Hawkins, 25, of Kedleston Road in Worksop, repeatedly targeted a branch of Sainsbury's in the town as well as several other shops in the area.
The offending took place throughout December and the start of January, with toilet rolls, crates of fizzy drinks and sweets being among the items taken. Hawkins was eventually spotted by a police officer who recognised him whilst out on patrol.
PC Emily Duerden, of Bassetlaw's neighbourhood policing team, said: "This kind of repeat shoplifting puts a strain on the businesses in Worksop, and puts the staff working on edge in fear of goods being stolen on their watch. This simply won't be tolerated by any officer in any neighbourhood.
