Challenges Facing Okehampton: Rise in Anti-Social Behaviour Monday, May 5, 2025 okehampton anti-social behavior youth dartmoor devon community police intimidation shoplifting Okehampton, a serene town in Devon, is known for its idyllic surroundings and historical significance. Situated on the outskirts of Dartmoor, the town boasts content residents and attracts numerous visitors year-round. … Read More
Jewellery thief jailed for Boxing Day burglary and shoplifting spree Friday, April 25, 2025 burglar thomas wilkinson jewellery theft boxing day shoplifting burglary conviction forensic evidence sentence Thomas Wilkinson, a 34-year-old burglar and serial shoplifter, has been sentenced to seven months in jail for a home break-in on Boxing Day and 10 counts of shoplifting. The break-in occurred in Peasmarsh, near Ilminster, … Read More
The Scandalous Trial of Jane Austen's Aunt for Shoplifting Sunday, April 20, 2025 austen aunt scandal shoplifting trial museum history gaol family anniversary Jane Austen’s aunt, Jane Leigh Perrot, found herself embroiled in scandal when she was accused of shoplifting a card of white lace. While awaiting trial, she was hosted by the governor of Ilchester Gaol and his large … Read More
The Scandalous Shoplifting Trial of Jane Austen's Aunt Sunday, April 20, 2025 austen scandal shoplifting history museum jane trial ilchester victorian gaol During the 18th century, Jane Austen’s aunt, Jane Leigh Perrot, was embroiled in a notorious shoplifting scandal that shook the town of Bath. Accused of stealing a card of white lace, Leigh Perrot found herself awaiting … Read More
Man Banned from Stores After Threatening Staff Friday, April 18, 2025 shoplifting threat ban staff stores criminal behaviour order court re-offending A Trowbridge man who was caught shoplifting from seven shops and threatening staff has been banned from entering them. Mark Parker, of no fixed abode, is now banned from B&M in Chippenham and other stores for two years … Read More