A PROLIFIC thief has been jailed after a series of shoplifting incidents in Pershore.
Kathleen Chesworth,aged 41 of Upton Snodsbury Road in Pinvin, appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates court yesterday (Thursday) where she pleaded guilty to three charges of theft from shops.
Chesworth stole twice from Asda in Pershore and once from Co-op in Pershore between October 18 and 30.. She stole large quantities of meat and pizza from Asda and around £100 worth of laundry products from the Co-op.
She has been sentenced to six weeks in prison. And she has been handed a further 18-month suspended sentence when she is released. She was also ordered to attend a six-month drug rehabilitation programme and pay £100 in compensation costs.
PCSO Bex Ashley said “We know the impact that shoplifting has on retailers, and we are continuing to take action to bring offenders to justice.
“This is a quick result with Chesworth appearing in court and being imprisoned following her arrest on November 6.
“Myself and the rest of the Pershore Team are grateful to response officers for their help.
“The suspended sentence acts as a deterrent to prevent reoffending in the future. We hope this sends a clear message to deter other offenders.”
