St Albans: Police catch four 'shoplifters' in three days

Between Monday (February 19) and yesterday (Wednesday, February 21) individuals were "dealt with" following alleged offences at TK Maxx, Co-op and M&S.

A spokesperson for Hertfordshire Constabulary said: "On Monday we dealt with a shoplifter in TK Maxx who tried running away, however was caught and dealt with by police.

"Tuesday we dealt with a shoplifter from M&S who was stopped by security before police arrived.

Offenders will be dealt with robustly. (Image: Archant)

"Lastly, today (Wednesday) we stopped two (suspected) prolific shoplifters from Co-Op who were both arrested and taken to custody.

"They will both be interviewed regarding the offence.

"Each (alleged) offender has been dealt with criminally by police.

"Shoplifting is a high priority and will always be dealt with robustly."

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Crimes can be reported to Hertfordshire police online at www.herts.police.uk/ro/report or by calling the police's non-emergency number 101.

Hertfordshire police's web chat function can be used by visiting herts.police.uk/contact.

Anonymous information can be given by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.