A woman from Gillingham was sentenced to 16 months in prison after attempting to rob a local takeaway using a pair of garden secateurs. The incident took place on the evening of Sunday, 17 November 2019.
Chloe Charnley, 28, formerly of Rushdean Road, Strood, entered a fast food outlet on Gillingham High Street and slammed the garden secateurs on the counter. She demanded, “I want the money from your till.”
The staff quickly raised the alarm, prompting Charnley to flee the scene. However, police apprehended her later that same night.
At Maidstone Crown Court on 17 December, Charnley pleaded guilty to attempted robbery and possession of a bladed article. She was sentenced the following day to 16 months imprisonment.
PC Nick Pebody commented, “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.”
Originally published by UKNIP.
