Man charged over shoplifting offences in Glasgow city centre

A man has been charged with multiple shoplifting offences during proactive police patrols in Glasgow.

On Tuesday, officers arrested a 43-year-old man following a shoplifting incident at a premises on Ingram Street.

The man was then charged in connection with multiple previous incidents which happened mostly in Glasgow city centre.

He is expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Wednesday, November 4.

Constable Matthew Lloyd of Operation Dynos, part of the Retail Crime Taskforce, said: “We are committed to disrupting those involved in this activity and bringing them to justice.

“Retail crime is not victimless and I’d like to thank members of the public for their assistance in our enquiries.

“If anyone has any concerns in their area, they are encouraged to contact Police Scotland via 101 or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”