Two Shoplifters Jailed for Thefts in Oakham, Rutland

Two Shoplifters Jailed for Thefts in Oakham

Two individuals, James Ailmore and Pauline Hutchinson, both residents of Yew Tree Crescent, Melton, have been sentenced for a series of thefts from stores in Oakham.  The pair targeted local shops on multiple occasions throughout January, stealing hundreds of pounds worth of food and alcohol.

Between January 8th and January 25th, Ailmore carried out five separate thefts, primarily focusing on wine.  Hutchinson joined him in three of these incidents.  Their crimes were uncovered following a review of CCTV footage from the affected stores.

Both Ailmore, 41, and Hutchinson, 42, pleaded guilty to theft at Leicester Magistrates’ Court on Monday.  Ailmore received a six-week prison sentence, while Hutchinson was given a four-week sentence, suspended for 12 months.  This sentencing serves as a reminder that shoplifting is a crime that will be taken seriously by the courts.