Gym Gear Grabbers Nabbed in Ashford

Two suspects have been charged following a spree of thefts targeting gyms in Ashford and Eastbourne.

Cash and Cards Stolen from Lockers

The Ashford Local Policing Team and Kent Crime Squad launched an investigation after cash and bank cards were stolen from lockers at two Ashford gyms and one in Eastbourne.

Burglary and Fraud Charges

  • John Fletcher, 50, from Salisbury Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, faces six counts of burglary and ten counts of fraud.
  • Laura McGannan, 36, of Winchelsea’s Main Road, is charged with five counts of burglary.

The offences took place between January 20 and February 20.

Defendants Appear in Court

Both appeared at Folkestone Magistrates’ Court on February 25. Their case has been adjourned to Canterbury Crown Court, with the date yet to be set.

If you’ve had items stolen from Ashford gyms in a similar fashion, report it now on the Kent Police website.

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