Boozy Bandit Busted: Layla Thompson Jailed for Sainsbury’s Shoplifting Spree
Layla Thompson, 28, with no fixed address, has been locked up for six weeks. The Reading Magistrates’ Court handed down the sentence on Monday (1 March) after she admitted to five counts of shop theft.
Five Theft Charges Over Alcohol Heist
The offences took place between 22 January and 9 February this year. Thompson repeatedly targeted Sainsbury’s on Friar Street in Reading, stealing large amounts of alcohol. She was finally charged on Saturday (27 February).
Police Praise Court for Strong Sentence
Investigating officer PC Sui Sung said: “Layla Thompson was brazen in her string of shoplifting, returning to the same store multiple times and taking more alcohol.
“I am pleased that the courts have been able to impose a sentence and show how serious we take these offences; we will always look to prosecute those who steal from businesses in our local community.”
