A prolific shoplifter who entered Worcestershire to target pet shops has been handed a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).

David Powell, 41, of Maryland Drive, Birmingham, was given the CBO at Kidderminster Magistrates Court, banning him from the Just for Pets store chain nationally.

Powell is also barred from entering the county of Worcestershire unless attending court or travelling through in a vehicle.

His CBO runs until 18 November 2026.

Powell’s shoplifting spree saw him targeting stores in Evesham, Bromsgrove and Redditch.

Safer Neighbourhood Inspector for Wychavon, Dave Wise, said: “Powell’s prolific shoplifting has led to this two-year CBO which we hope will protect retailers and the public from further criminality from this individual.

“Powell had been coming into Worcestershire to commit his crimes so we hope his ban from the county will reassure businesses and the community that we take such offences very seriously and will take appropriate action where necessary.

“Anyone who sees Powell in the county or committing a crime should report it to police as soon as possible.”