8 weeks for Telford Shoplifter

Prolific shoplifter Rebecca Hitchin, 43, of no fixed address in Telford, was charged with numerous offences of theft from store, with the latest offence being the 10th of July 2025.

After being remanded in custody, Hitchin appeared at Telford Magistrates Court today.

Hitchin pleaded guilty to all charges, and has been sentenced to 8 weeks in prison.

Sergeant Rich Jones, from Telford Town Centre Team, said: “Thanks to officers and the business community, a prolific shoplifter has been put behind bars”.