Man, 35, charged with shoplifting in Basingstoke

Man, 35, charged with shoplifting in Basingstoke

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Theft - (shoplifting, personal, other), which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

A man has been charged with shoplifting in Basingstoke.

It comes after officers received reports that perfume, toothpaste and washbags worth £152 had been stolen from TK Maxx in Festival Place on Tuesday 2 September.

Jake Hughes, 35, of no fixed abode, has been charged with one count of theft from a shop and is due to appear at Basingstoke Magistrates Court today (3 September).

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