POLICE have thanked members of the public who helped prevent a ‘prolific shoplifter’ from escaping during an incident in Andover today.
Officers were today (Wednesday) involved in a chase through the town centre, pursuing a person who was wanted for a number of thefts.
The shoplifter was tracked down, thanks in part to a ‘team effort’ involving members of the public, and has since been arrested.
A message shared by Test Valley Cops on social media read: “It was a great team effort with a number of members of the public trying to prevent the suspect running away.
“Thanks for all your help and as a result, a prolific shoplifter is currently in custody.”
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