Man due in court charged with Telford Centre thefts and assault
Published 20th Oct 2026, 11:49 BST
Matthew Howe, of no fixed abode, has been charged with assault and 12 counts of shop theft.
A man is due in court in Telford on Friday, after being charged with a string of shoplifting offences and assault.
Get the latest headlines delivered straight to your inbox with the Shropshire Star’s free newsletter
Matthew Howe, of no fixed abode, has been charged with one count of assault and 12 counts of shop theft relating to incidents in the Telford Centre this month.
The 40-year-old has been bailed and is due to appear at Telford Magistrates Court on Friday (October 23).
Comment Guidelines
Iconic Media encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.