A man has been charged with robbing a Canterbury jeweller’s shop.
Patrick McDermott is alleged to have stolen an estimated £60,000 worth of jewellery from Hadfields in Castle Street on Wednesday, December 19.
The 31-year-old from Brixton was arrested in London on Friday, January 25 and has also been charged with driving while banned.
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He has been remanded in custody and will appear at Canterbury Crown Court on February, 22.
Investigating officer Det Con Steve East said: “We continue to carry out enquiries into the robbery to identify a second suspect. We are still appealing for anyone with information to get in touch.”
Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/27723/18 or Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
