A 46-year-old man from Church Crookham has been charged following an investigation into several thefts from supermarkets in Fleet and Church Crookham, Hampshire, which took place throughout late February 2026.
According to the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, John Harrison, of Wickham Place, faces four counts of theft from a shop. These charges relate to the theft of food and wine worth £69.37 from the Sainsbury’s in Fleet and the Aldi in Church Crookham between 20 February and 28 February 2026.
Following his arrest on 5 March 2026, Harrison was bailed with specific conditions. He is now set to appear before Basingstoke Magistrates Court on 2 April 2026 to answer the charges.
Police officers have been focusing on retail crime across the county after residents highlighted it as a priority in local surveys. This latest action aims to support local businesses and ensure that high streets remain safe for shoppers.
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