Congleton shoplifter sentenced for multiple thefts at Home Bargains
Tobias Bennet received a community order and must undergo drug rehabilitation
A Congleton man has been sentenced after being found guilty of repeatedly stealing from a shop in the town.
Tobias Bennet, 25, appeared at Crewe Magistrates Court on 10th March where he was given a community order along with other penalties.
Bennet was electronically tagged and required to undergo drug rehabilitation as part of his punishment.
He was also instructed to pay compensation for the value of the stolen goods.
He admitted to stealing various cleaning products from Home Bargains on several occasions, including goods worth £100 on 4th January, £50 on 7th February, £47 on 22nd February, and £77.92 on 21st February.
Sgt Vicky Welch commented on the wider implications of thefts from shops.
“Some people wrongly think that stealing from shops is a low-level crime, but the reality is that the impact that theft has on businesses and their staff is so much more than this.
“Businesses lose stock and money, and staff worry about having to confront a potential shoplifter, never quite knowing whether the next person who comes through the door is going to try to take stock and potentially assault them in the process.
“No one should have to worry about their safety when they are just doing their job. That’s why we continue to work with businesses to help prevent crime and do everything we can to put thieves before the courts for their crimes.”