Jackson’s string of crimes targeted businesses in Greenwich, particularly a Boots store and a BP service station on Trafalgar Road, both of which he is now banned from entering for the next five years. Despite being under a previous Criminal Behaviour Order, Jackson continued to steal thousands of pounds worth of items, including food, alcohol, and toiletries, often in broad daylight.
His arrest in July prompted a thorough investigation by local police, who spent hours reviewing CCTV footage from the locations Jackson had targeted. The evidence left no doubt about his involvement, leading Jackson to plead guilty to all charges on September 2.
Acting Superintendent Rav Pathania, who oversees neighbourhood policing in Greenwich, praised the investigation and the support of local businesses. Over the course of many months, Jackson caused misery to businesses in Greenwich,” Pathania said. We’ve worked hard to build closer relationships with businesses in our area, and I hope this demonstrates that we are listening and taking action on local issues.
Jackson’s arrest and conviction were made possible with the cooperation of BP and Boots, two of the businesses most affected by his thefts. Iona Blake, Europe Mobility & Convenience Security Manager at BP, emphasized the importance of safety for both staff and customers. “Safety comes first at BP, always. We want our colleagues to feel safe at work and our customers to have a great experience when visiting us,” Blake said.
Jackson’s conviction and prison sentence bring an end to his prolific shoplifting spree, offering some relief to the Greenwich business community that had been targeted repeatedly.
