A woman who repeatedly targeted businesses in Hastings has been jailed.
Rona Colvin, 40, of St Helen’s Crescent, was charged with 11 counts of shoplifting and one count of assault for offences between Saturday 23 December and Saturday 10 February.
At Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Monday 12 February, Colvin was jailed for 14 weeks, having pleaded guilty to all offences.
Colvin targeted Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Primark, and Trespass. She stole goods worth more than £1,000 including ski jackets and chocolate.
Sussex Police said today (Tuesday 27 February): “On one occasion, she also assaulted a shop manager who tried to prevent her from stealing.”
Sergeant Jo Seabridge, of the Hastings Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Colvin is well known for her previous criminal history in the area and this result demonstrates our commitment to disrupt repeat offending.
“Tackling business crime is a key focus for police. We continue to work in partnership with local businesses and organisations to address the issue and provide support.”
Sussex Police added: “If you have been a victim of business crime, report to police online or via 101.”
