Square Mile Bag Thief Locked-Up And Banned

A heartless bag thief, who infested the City of London's bars and pubs, has been jailed for nine months.

Yasser Dennoune, 25, travelled into the Square Mile from Best Western Hotel, Dunheaved Road, Thornton Heath to prey on innocent victims.

City of London Police describe him as “prolific” and have successfully banned him from entering their jurisdiction for the next five years.

At Westminster Magistrates' Court he received nine months imprisonment.

Between November 6, last year and January 26 he stole from unsuspecting patrons – mostly women – in licenced premises and used one victims' bank card to buy items in Tesco.

Dennoune stole a backpack from the Golden Fleece pub; a bag from All Bar One, Cannon Street; a bag from The Sea Horse, Queen Victoria Street and a bag from Austin Friars.

He is now subject to a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO), prohibiting him entering the City of London for five years.

Detective Sergeant Helen Bentley, City of London Police, said:

“A banning order helps us to protect businesses and communities from various offences including theft and anti-social behaviour.

“We take such offences very seriously and this is a warning that we will bring those committing crimes in the City to justice.”

“We hope that this sentence gives reassurance to businesses, retail staff and people who visit the city, as well as act as a deterrent to others thinking of criminal activity.”