Police investigating a series of thefts at shops across the Clifton and Ruddington over a two month period have charged a 31-year-old man.
It was reported gift sets, food, drinks and makeup were taken from a number of shops. It was also reported goods was smashed inside a shop.
A man was arrested by the Clifton Police Off Road Bike Team on Wednesday.
Police Sergeant Nigel Bradley is leading the investigation. He said: “This was excellent work by the Off Road Bike Team who spotted a man on Southchurch Drive Clifton where he was detained.
“A number of shops in Clifton were being continually targeted and their co-operation have been invaluable in collecting the evidence.
“The Clifton Police team support local businesses and respond immediately when incidents are reported to ensure we maintain a good working relationship.
“Local officers have worked tirelessly from the first incident in September and continue to work closely with partners and residents to help us identify any people who are suspected of handling stolen goods. I’d also like to praise Police Constable Jane Gibson who has put in a significant amount of work into the investigation.
“With your help, we will be able to ensure prolific shop lifters will be behind bars this coming festive season.”
Aaron Kelly, 31, of no fixed address has been charged with 22 shop thefts and one count of criminal damage and appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Thursday morning (26 November 2020).
He has been given a deferred sentence after appearing in court and his next court appearance will be on 21 February 2021.
