Woman arrested for alleged shop theft in Hull

Incident occurred on Oslo Road with ongoing enquiries

Author: Charlotte BarberPublished 14th Jul 2026

A 39-year-old woman is in police custody following allegations of shop theft on Oslo Road in Hull on Monday, 13th July.

Shop security reported the woman purportedly stole items and attempted to leave without payment.

Officers quickly responded and arrested the woman, who remains in custody assisting with ongoing investigations into two counts of shop theft.

Police stress the importance of addressing shop theft reports and work closely with partners, local businesses, and communities to tackle issues.

Efforts include monitoring trends, addressing hotspot locations, and dealing with repeat offenders.

Community members are urged to communicate with local officers during patrols and can report incidents online or via the non-emergency number 101. In emergencies, dial 999.

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