Man charged with more than 20 shoplifting offences after spate of thefts across Fleetwood

By Sean Gleaves
Published 29th Nov 2023, 12:56 BST
Updated 29th Nov 2023, 12:57 BST
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A man has been charged with more than 20 shoplifting offences following a spate of thefts across Fleetwood.

Darren McCaul, of no fixed abode, was arrested on Tuesday (November 28) following a spate of thefts across the Fleetwood area.

The 24-year-old was later charged with 22 shoplifting offences.

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He was remanded in custody to appear before Lancashire Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (November 29).

A man has been charged following a spate of thefts across FleetwoodA man has been charged following a spate of thefts across Fleetwood
A man has been charged following a spate of thefts across Fleetwood

What is the maximum sentence for theft?

Currently, shoplifting does not automatically lead to time in prison.

If the goods are worth less than £200, the maximum sentence is six months in prison, but this type of offence is usually dealt with by issuing a postal fine.

Anything over £200 could lead to a maximum sentence of seven years in prison.