Man arrested in Hull for alleged shop theft and drug possession

Police detain suspect after incident on Anlaby Road

Author: Adam ClarkPublished 18th Aug 2026

A man has been arrested in Hull after allegedly attempting to leave a shop with unpaid items.

The incident occurred on Tuesday morning on Anlaby Road when shop security detained a 30-year-old man.

Police arrived at the scene and arrested the man on suspicion of shop theft.

During a search, suspected drugs were discovered, leading to further arrest on suspicion of possession of class B drugs.

The man is currently in police custody, assisting with ongoing enquiries.

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