Kieran Brooks is now banned from Princess Alice Retail Park
Kieran Brooks(Image: West Midlands Police )
A prolific shop thief has been locked up for two weeks and banned from entering a Sutton Coldfield shopping centre following a string of thefts.
Kieran Brooks is now banned from Princess Alice Retail Park after the 21-year-old was convicted of 21 offences including 18 shop thefts.
Brooks, who had been wanted by police for theft, was arrested earlier this week at the Princess Alice Drive retail park.
Brooks, of Parkeston Crescent, Birmingham, was jailed for two weeks and slapped with a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) when he appeared at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court yesterday, November 6.
READ MORE: Much-loved dad died ‘hungry, thirsty and confused’ in Birmingham hospital
READ MORE: Emotional tribute to ‘heart of family’ grandmother who died after being hit by car in Oldbury
The order means he cannot enter Princess Alice Retail Park or a shop on Kingstanding Road. He faces a return to prison if he does.
Neighbourhood Inspector Hayley Thompson said: “Our officers work closely with business owners and staff every day to prevent shop theft, as we know that it’s a concern for the local community.
“We’re completely committed to tackling the crime and bringing offenders to justice.
“A team effort this week has led to the conviction of a prolific thief.
Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp
“A CBO reinforces that we will do everything in our power to protect retail workers and keep our shopping areas safe.
“I would always encourage local retailers o report thefts to us, and raise any concerns with our officers.”
A West Midland Police spokesperson added: “We’re working hard to tackle shop theft offences across the West Midlands.
“Arrests for it have risen over 60 per cent in the last two years as we’ve improved the way we respond to crime reports.”