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Well done Inspector Jack. The update is that the police did come round & she had to give a statement. If she had admitted to the so-called 'theft' (even though she's not guilty) the irony is that she would have been let off with a slap on the wrist & a caution. However, as she is ditzy silly daft & all those things, she is not a thief and will not admit to something she hasn't done, even to save her skin (very admirable) - so now she runs the risk of being prosecuted.
Needless to say, my own shoplifting exploits have gone on hold.....