Man charged over spate of shoplifting offences in Lutterworth

A man has been charged following multiple shoplifting offences around Lutterworth.

The Lutterworth Beat Team detained Michael Church on Friday, August 21.

Leicestershire Police car. Picture: Market Harborough and Lutterworth Policeplaceholder image
Leicestershire Police car. Picture: Market Harborough and Lutterworth Police

Officers tried to speak with the suspect, but he ran off. He was found inside a nearby property.

Church has been remanded into custody.

The team said: “Officers have worked closely with local businesses, reviewed CCTV and carried out targeted patrols in areas affected by shop theft.”

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