Teddy Bear Thief Strikes Twice in One Day

Ryan Brook, 36, didn’t stop at one crime. On September 22, he swiped two teddy bears and a bag for life from the Hospice in the Weald charity shop in Sevenoaks.

Beer and Steak Swipe at M&S

The very same day, Brook made off with £124 worth of beer and steak from Marks & Spencer in Sevenoaks – proving he’s got a taste for more than just teddies.

Serial Shoplifter Jailed

The Bexleyheath resident of Cumbrian Avenue admitted theft, shoplifting, and breaching a criminal behaviour order. At Bexley Magistrates’ Court on October 15, he was slapped with a 24-week jail sentence.

Not New to Crime

Brook is no stranger to trouble. The prolific thief has a history of prison stints for shoplifting in recent years, showing a clear pattern of offending.

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