Northumbria police officer borrows teenager's bike to catch shoplifter in South Shields
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Northumbria police officer borrows teenager's bike to catch shoplifter in South Shields

19 Jun 2026 · Originally published 19 Jun 2026 8/10 Original headline: Watch moment police officer uses teen's bike to chase down prolific shoplifter
After a shoplifter fled a supermarket on foot, a Northumbria Police officer borrowed a nearby teenager's bicycle to pursue and arrest the suspect. The arrest led to the conviction of a prolific offender responsible for over 30 thefts, resulting in a 40-week prison sentence.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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