Man charges with series of shoplifting offences across Hastings and Rother

His arrest and charges follow an investigation by local officers Hastings Police say the charges relate to: the theft of approximately £100 worth of clothing from Marks & Spencer, Hastings; the theft of approximately £330 worth of food and alcohol from Jempson's, Rye. and the theft of approximately £261 worth of food from Jempson's, Peasmarsh. He appeared before Hastings Magistrates' Court on 27 October 2026, where he pleaded guilty to three counts of shoplifting. He was granted unconditional bail to allow for the preparation of pre-sentencing reports and is due to return to Hastings Magistrates' Court for sentencing on 4 January 2027. A Hastings Police spokesperson said: “Shop theft has a significant impact on local businesses, staff and the wider community. We will continue to work closely with retailers across Hastings and Rother to identify offenders, pursue investigations and take positive action where offences are reported.”