October 7th 2024.
Tayna's story is one of a woman who has been in and out of the legal system for years. At just 43 years old, she has already been arrested over 400 times and has a staggering 172 convictions. She is known as Britain's most prolific shoplifter, with a long history of targeting stores in the North East region of the country. Despite being banned from all stores in her area, Tayna has once again found herself behind bars, just weeks after the ban was put in place.
Tayna's preferred method of thievery involves wearing big hats and sunglasses to disguise herself. She has even gone as far as posting "how to steal" videos on TikTok, a popular social media platform. In these videos, she can be seen wearing different wigs and hats, lip syncing to Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal". Her notoriety and bold actions have made her a well-known figure in the local community.
On September 12, Tayna was issued a civil injunction that banned her from all stores in the Northumbria Police area, except for a pharmacy, a clothing retailer, and a supermarket. However, less than a month later, she appeared in court via video link from prison. She pleaded guilty to two counts of theft from a shop, which occurred before the injunction was put in place.
During the court hearing, the prosecutor argued that Tayna showed signs of planning in her thefts due to the frequency and prolific nature of her offenses. However, her defense lawyer argued that she is easily recognized by staff in stores due to her reputation, making it difficult for her to plan or execute thefts successfully. He also brought up an incident where she was detained by security and allegedly treated inappropriately.
Despite her long criminal record, Tayna pleaded guilty at the first opportunity and was given a conditional discharge for 12 months. She was also ordered to pay partial prosecution costs and a surcharge. The bench noted her extensive criminal history but chose to give her a chance to turn her life around.
Tayna has not only caused trouble for herself, but she has also influenced others through her social media account with 1400 followers. She has even been accused of using the platform to teach people how to successfully steal. One store manager claimed that she wears different wigs to avoid being recognized, and has even posted videos on TikTok demonstrating her techniques. Despite her ban from stores, she continues to try and find ways to enter and steal from different locations.
The ban and conditional discharge may not be enough to stop Tayna from reoffending, as she has a long-standing history of breaking the law. However, the court believes that this may be her chance to turn her life around and make a positive change. Only time will tell if Tayna will take this opportunity to start anew.
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