Woman Tries to Rob Gillingham Takeaway with Garden Secateurs – Gets 16 Months
A bizarre robbery attempt went south fast when a woman threatened a Gillingham fast food joint with a pair of garden secateurs – and ended up behind bars.
Chloe Charnley Demands Cash with Sharp ‘Weapon’
On the evening of Sunday, 17 November 2019, 28-year-old Chloe Charnley, once of Rushdean Road, Strood, stormed a takeout on Gillingham High Street. She slammed a pair of secateurs on the counter and snarled, “I want the money from your till.”
Staff Call Police as Robbery Goes Awry
Quick-thinking staff raised the alarm. Charnley fled the scene but was caught by cops later that same night.
Justice Served: Jail for the Secateurs-Shwielding Robber
At Maidstone Crown Court on 17 December, Charnley pleaded guilty to attempted robbery and possession of a bladed article. The next day she was sentenced to 16 months behind bars.
PC Nick Pebody said: “Charnley’s actions were deeply shocking to workers who were just trying to carry out their job. A quick reaction from police and CCTV operators saw her tracked down and arrested and she has now been brought to justice. We will always work hard to find those who threaten local businesses and take them off the streets.”
