Two prolific Salisbury shoplifters have been jailed following a collaboration between the police, Salisbury BID, and CCTV.
Partners Dean Brown, 46, and Jodie Brown, 28, both of Cook Court, Bishopdown, were sentenced to 20 months and 12 months imprisonment respectively for numerous theft and shoplifting offences within the Salisbury area.
The convictions come following an investigation by the Salisbury Neighbourhood Policing Team, supported by colleagues on Response, and with the support of businesses, Salisbury BID, and Salisbury CCTV.
Salisbury Neighbourhood Inspector Tina Osborn said: “Dean and Jodie Brown’s offending has caused great stress and financial loss to many businesses in Salisbury, and they have shown a total disregard of the impact they have had.
“Their convictions are a direct result of the Business Crime Reduction Partnership (BCRP) work, which is ongoing across the city.
“These individuals were identified and targeted through the tactical and operational meetings, which are chaired by myself.
“Their convictions highlight the importance of partnership working and understanding the impact these types of offences have on businesses.
“They will now serve time behind bars.”
Dan Collins, Salisbury BID Operations Manager, said: “This outcome reflects the strength of partnership working in Salisbury and the shared commitment to protecting our local community.
“By working closely with Wiltshire Police, Salisbury City Council, and our businesses, we have been able to coordinate intelligence and report effectively through our city radio network and direct reporting systems.
“The Salisbury Business Crime Reduction Partnership is built on collaboration. When businesses report incidents and partners act collectively, we see real results. This case demonstrates how working together not only reduces crime but helps ensure Salisbury remains a safe, welcoming place for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.”
Keith Jackson, Salisbury City Council’s CCTV Manager, said: “The City Council’s Public Space CCTV continues to play a vital role in supporting police and partner agencies to tackle retail crime across the city.
“Most recently, the CCTV network and operators provided evidential support to Wiltshire Police in relation to prolific shoplifters Dean Brown and Jodie Brown, who were charged with multiple theft offences.
“This outcome reflects the strong partnership between Salisbury City Council, Wiltshire Police, Salisbury BID, and local businesses, as we work together to reduce shoplifting, support retailers, and help keep Salisbury safe.”
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