Shoplifter who admitted spree to feed drug habit released on unconditional bail

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By David TooleyLudlowCrimePublished: Aug 11, 2023

A man who went on a shoplifting and burglary spree across south Shropshire to feed his drug habit has been released on unconditional bail until a judge can sentence him.

Kidderminster Magistrates and County Court building, off Comberton Hill, Kidderminster..

Tom Rutter, aged 24, of no fixed abode, has pleaded guilty to 23 charges of shoplifting including a large amount of spirits stolen from across Ludlow, Leominster, and Church Stretton since January 2023.

By David Tooley

Senior Reporter@TooleyMedia

Senior reporter at the Shropshire Star, focusing on the south of the county. Got a story? Get in touch at david.tooley@mnamedia.co.uk.

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