Man charged after e-scooter rider spotted trying to steal from Wellingborough shop

Cameron McFarlane faces four charges following a town centre patrol

Author: Adam ClarkPublished 25th Sep 2026

A man has been charged with multiple offences after officers on patrol in Wellingborough spotted an e-scooter rider allegedly trying to steal from a shop.

Cameron McFarlane, 24-year-old, of Windsor Road, Wellingborough, has been charged with attempted theft, driving otherwise in accordance with a licence, using a motor vehicle without insurance, and possession of a Class A drug.

The charges relate to an incident in Gold Street just after 5.10pm on 9th September.

Neighbourhood policing officers were conducting proactive patrols in Wellingborough when they spotted a man riding an e-scooter attempting to steal items from a shop.

McFarlane will next appear at Northampton Magistrates' Court on 6th October.

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