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I wanted to provide you an update regarding Shoplifting, which members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey. HAROLD HILL SHOPLIFTER SENTENCED TO 14 WEEKS IN PRISON
Police were called at 14:06 hrs on Monday, 7 July to reports of shoplifting in progress at a store on Camborne Avenue, Harold Hill, Romford.
Police attended the location and stopped a woman nearby. On further investigation, the woman was found to have a number of items stolen from a nearby store. Whilst on scene officers identified her for a further 3 offences from the same location. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Shannah Everitt [16.06.1995] of Bridgewater Walk, Romford was charged for all 4 shoplifting offences and appeared at Barkingside Magistrates the following day, where she pleaded guilty. She was handed a 14 weeks custodial sentence.
Havering’s A/Chief Inspector Charlie Routley said
“This sentencing is a positive result for local shops in Harold Hill. Shannah Everitt continued her offending by returning to the same shop and repeatedly stealing items ranging from confectionary, drinks and medicines with an estimated value of over £500.
We are committed to putting offenders before the courts and forms part of our ongoing Clear Hold Build initiative in Harold Hill where we work closely with the business community to reduce crime and anti social behaviour. We will continue to apprehend offenders who target high streets and town centres".
 Shoplifting is a crime that can have a substantial negative impact on local businesses across London. If you notice anything suspicious or witness anyone shoplifting, please report it as soon as possible. These reports are invaluable in letting us build a picture of when and where shop lifters operate, meaning we can be in the right place at the right time to arrest those responsible. For more guidance, see our page on how to spot a shoplifter. Get Involved Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
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