Wanted person returned to jail and 10 more arrests made during police operation in Milton Keynes
A total of 10 arrests and 43 charges were made during a retail crime operation in Milton Keynes.
Police say that officers worked on tackling retail crime with Operation Purchase in Milton Keynes last week. They say their efforts saw:
- 10 people arrested, including nine prolific offenders
- 39 charges for shop theft, plus four additional charges for other offences
- One prolific offender returned to prison after being identified as wanted on recall
- Multiple retail visits to improve visibility and provide reassurance
- Targeted hotspot patrols in key areas to disrupt retail crime
A spokesperson from Thames Valley Police said: “These proactive efforts demonstrate our ongoing commitment to supporting businesses, targeting repeat offenders, and reducing retail crime across Milton Keynes.”