Woman ‘squirted liquid’ in Morrisons security guard’s face when he tried to stop her stealing
A woman allegedly squirted liquid in a security guard’s face when challenged about a potential theft.
Detectives have launched an investigation into the incident at a Northamptonshire Morrisons.
Police have released a CCTV image of a woman they want to speak to as part of their investigation.
The incident is said to have taken place at the Morrisons in Oakley Road, Corby between 8.15am and 9.15am on Friday, November 24.
A woman attempted to leave the store without paying for items.
When she was challenged, she became aggressive and assaulted a security guard, squirting an unknown liquid in their face.
A spokesperson from Northamptonshire Police said: “Officers believe the woman in the image may have information which could assist with their investigation and are appealing for her or anyone who may recognise her to get in touch.
“Anyone with information is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101, or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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The spokesperson added: “Please quote incident number 23000726530 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.”
Last year, RIshi Sunak announced the Anti-Social Behaviour Action Plan, which promised “swift and visible justice, increased fines and enhanced drug testing as part of a new crackdown.”
The Home Secretary at the time Suella Braverman said: “The British public are fed up with crime and nuisance behaviour in their neighbourhoods inflicting misery on people.
“There is no such thing as petty crime – not only does anti-social behaviour leave people feeling unsafe, it can also be a gateway into serious criminality.”
Braverman added: “It has always been my priority to give police the powers they need to deliver a common-sense approach to cutting crime, which puts the law-abiding majority first, and that’s what this action plan delivers.”
Michael Gove MP added: “Anti-social behaviour erodes local pride, blights our high streets and parks and is a stain on too many communities across the country.
“We know that it is more likely to flourish in areas that have, for too long, been overlooked and undervalued.”