Secateurs-wielding robber jailed after fast food heist attempt in Gillingham
A would-be thief armed with garden secateurs threatened staff at a fast food joint on Gillingham High Street before being caught and locked up.
Fast food staff targeted in bold robbery attempt
Chloe Charnley, 28, stormed into the eatery at 8pm on Sunday, 17 November 2019. She slammed the secateurs on the counter and demanded, “I want the money from your till.”
Quick-thinking workers foil robbery
One employee shouted for colleagues to call the police, spooking Charnley who fled the scene. Officers tracked her down and arrested her later that evening.
Justice served at Maidstone Crown Court
Charnley, formerly of Rushdean Road, Strood, admitted attempted robbery and possession of a bladed article in court on 17 December 2019. She was sentenced to 16 months behind bars the following day.
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. We will always work hard to find those who threaten local businesses and take them off the streets.”
