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Police arrest man following chase after suspected meat theft in Willenhall

Willenhall Police found multiple packets of meat when they arrested a man in the town on Sunday. 

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Police were called by shop staff who reported a man for stealing items and making off. 

Officers tracked down the man, seemingly finding him in a wooded area, and he ran away. 

Officers found around nine packets of steak and other meat on the suspect.
Officers found around nine packets of steak and other meat on the suspect.

They swiftly caught up and detained him. 

A social media post by Willenhall WMP read: "Wednesbury officers have today arrested this male after responding to reports of a theft. 

"After a foot chase, the male was detained and will now enjoy a stay in custody over the weekend before facing court. 

"We are committed to tackling shop theft in Wednesbury no matter the prince."

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