A shoplifter who attacked staff after being confronted in a city centre store has been jailed for 12 months at Lincoln Crown Court.
William Glover took a bottle of gin in mid November 2020 from the Iceland store on Lincoln High Street and left the shop only to return ten minutes later.
Tom Heath, prosecuting, said that Glover’s behaviour attracted suspicion and he was watched by staff.
“He picked up a basket and put items into it. He entered an area that was for staff only. He was asked to leave the shop.”
Mr Heath said that Glover then produced the stolen bottle of gin from his coat. He was asked to put it back but refused.
A female member of staff stood in front of Glover who then punched her twice knocking her to the ground. The store manager tried to intervene but was also assaulted.
Glover left the shop but 40 minutes later appeared at the City Bus Station where he banged on a window leading to a staff area.
Glover threatened a female member of staff saying: “You don’t know who I am.”
He also threatened to kidnap the woman’s children and when she said she didn’t have children, he said he would kidnap her mum.
He then lunged at her and struck her in the mouth.
The suspect stole a bottle of gin from Iceland on Lincoln High Street, before assaulting and verbally abusing staff. | Photo: The Lincolnite
Police spotted Glover nearby and he was detained after a chase. Then, as he was being handcuffed, he spat at one of the officers.
When he was interviewed, Glover told officers he had taken seven Zopiclone tablets and had then drunk a bottle of wine.
“He said he couldn’t remember anything,” said Mr Heath.
Glover, 43, of no fixed address, admitted assault occasioning actual bodily harm, assaulting an emergency worker, theft of the bottle of gin and two charges of assault by beating as a result of the incidents on November 14, 2020.
He also admitted breach of a conditional discharge. He was jailed for a total of 12 months.
Leanne Summers, in mitigation, said: “On the day of the offences he had taken prescribed medication with the intention of hoping that it would help him sleep in the tent where he was staying. He has no recollection of these offences.
“He wants to stay in prison. He says that because he has been remanded in custody he is clean of drugs. He knows that if he is released he will be homeless.”
Miss Summers said that Glover has undertaken courses in English and Maths while in custody.
“He takes responsibility for his offending. He asks to remain in custody so that he can continue to make progress.”
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We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision caused serious injuries to a 23-year-old man.
Just before 3.30pm yesterday (2 July), we received reports of a collision on Barholm Road in Tallington. It involved a grey BMW 335D estate, a blue BMW 116D and an orange KTM motorcycle.
The motorcycle rider, a 23-year-old man, sustained serious injuries during the collision and was taken to hospital.
If you witnessed the incident and are yet to get in touch with us, please do so. If you have any other information or dashcam footage available that may have captured the road along the A1175 at the time of the collision, get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 282 of 2 July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 282 of 2 July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
The 2022 Destination Lincolnshire Tourism Excellence Awards are open for applications, and Destination Lincolnshire giving you the rare chance to co-create your application with Nell Barrington, a tourism awards veteran, who has helped hundreds of businesses write winning applications over the last 15 years – including national VisitEngland winners.
The Tourism Awards Masterclass is taking place on Tuesday 12 July at 11am for one-hour online. Laura Freer, Head of Marketing at Destination Lincolnshire said: “This is a golden opportunity, after years of hard work and heartache, to get your business and team recognised and rewarded.
“A well written application is key to achieving a coveted place on this year’s shortlist, and I’d encourage all tourism and visitor economy businesses who are thinking of entering – whether they are seasoned at writing award applications or not – to join us for this exclusive masterclass.
“Nell Barrington has worked with us and VisitEngland on the founding application processes of these awards, and she is perfectly placed to assist in co-creating applications that you can be proud of. This is a great opportunity for business development too – whether you are shortlisted for an award or not – discovering how to effectively apply for awards and talk up your business adds another string to your bow.
“Booking is essential and places are limited to just 35 – so be quick! This year we’ve made our masterclass available to partners and also to those who we are yet to work with for free. Call it an added bonus, after two years away from the awards circuit.
The awards masterclass is focussed on the application process, and it will spell out what the judges are looking for. You’ll learn how to make your application stand out from the local competition, helping your chances of going through to the national VisitEngland Awards in 2023.”
There are fifteen categories open for nominations from visitors attraction, accommodation providers, hospitality businesses and many more.
The deadline for nominations is July 29, with online judging starting on July 30 and mystery shopping from August 13. Finalists will be announced on Monday, August 15.
The awards ceremony will be held at the Engine Shed on October 21, and will be hosted by Lincs FM presenter, John Marshall.
The event is organised by Stonebow Media, publishers of The Lincolnite, to celebrate the best businesses in Greater Lincolnshire, alongside headline sponsors Lincoln College and Destination Lincolnshire.
We would also like to thank our other sponsors Visit Lincolnshire, Heart of Lincs, Duncan and Toplis and LNER, insight6 and EV Camel.
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