Man Who Stole Charity Box From Ashby Shop Was Later Found To Be Carrying A Knife
Police arrested a man following the theft of a charity box from a shop Market Street in Ashby - and discovered he was also carrying a knife.
North West Leicestershire Police posted a photo of the knife which appeared to have a 12cm blade.
The man was stopped and searched on Friday around mid-morning.
A spokeswoman for Leicestershire Police told Ashby Nub News on Monday: "The charity box was stolen from a retail premises, not a charity shop.
"The man has since been released pending further enquiries."
The North West Leicestershire Police Facebook post read: "Neighbourhood officers PC Gregory and PCSO Tipper responded to the theft of a charity box in Ashby town.
"Upon locating the suspect and searching them, they were found in possession of a knife.
Suspect arrested. Enquiries are continuing #InYourCommunity #SaferNeighbourhoods #LivesNotKnives"
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