Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man has been sentenced for a string of offences which happened in Milton Keynes in October last year.
Lewis Grant, aged 25, of Barrosa Way, Milton Keynes, was sentenced to a total of five years’ imprisonment following a hearing at Aylesbury Crown Court on Monday 8th January.
He pleaded guilty at the same hearing to; one count of robbery, two counts of theft from a shop, two counts of assault by beating, one count of burglary, one count of possession of a knife in a public place and one count of affray.
These relate to a string of offences that took place from 6 October to 21 October 2023.
The counts of theft relate to an incident on 6 October, when Grant went to JD Sports and stole items without making payment, and on 21 October where he attended ASDA in Bletchley and stole food and toiletries.
The count of robbery and one of the counts of assault by beating, relate to an incident on 20 October, where Grant attended a property in Bletchley. An argument broke out and Grant made threats to one of the occupants of the property. A woman at the property tried to calm the situation down. She was pushed to the floor by Grant and her bag was taken by him.
Also on 20 October Grant attended another residence which at the time was empty, taking clothing belonging to the occupant.
Following this Grant then went to the Postal Club, Bletchley, where he attempted to sell the stolen clothing. He was confronted by a man. Grant then assaulted this man, which led to Grant being charged with a second count of assault by beating.
On 21 October Grant then went back to the Postal Club and pulled out a knife in front of members of the public. He then threw two glass bottles at patrons in the pub. Grant was charged with possession of a knife and affray in relation to these offences.
Investigations were launched into these incidents and officers tracked Grant down and arrested him on 21 November. He was charged two days later and remanded in custody.
Investigating officer, Detective Constable 6328 Grant, said: "I am satisfied that Lewis Grant has been sentenced for his crimes."
"He went on a violent spree intent on taking items from shops and individuals seemingly to then make a profit on the way."
"It was clear if anyone got in his way he was keen to either threaten them or carry out violence against them."
"Thankfully no one was seriously injured by these actions."
"Such behavior is not acceptable and will not be tolerated by Thames Valley Police and we will investigate thoroughly and make sure people like Lewis Grant face justice through the courts."
