From Birmingham Police:
“A man has been arrested in connection with shop theft and threatening staff at [a] store.”
“Officers from Op Skybridge were patrolling around Selly Oak yesterday (Wednesday), when they stopped a vehicle on Bristol Road.”
“Following enquiries, a 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of shop theft and threatening violence to staff at the store.”
“He remains in custody for questioning.”
“Skybridge is a Birmingham proactive crime-fighting team, with their focus on tackling offences like theft, burglary, robbery, and vehicle crime.”
“To report any suspicious activity in your area please call 101. Always call 999 in an emergency.”
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