Two youths were caught by a security guard allegedly trying to steal from POUNDLAND.
The pair of young men were stopped near the entrance to the budget store by a burly staff member.
One of the hooded youths appeared to have something in his hand.
The dreadlocked shop guard then grappled with him before he was dragged away by his pal.
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He then stood by the door of the Poundland in the Stratford Shopping Centre, The Broadway, Stratford, east London.
The two youths, both clad in thick, black winter jackets during the heatwave, then, walked off.
The mall was packed with shoppers who watched on in shock.
It happened yesterday (26 Jun), as reported by Need To Know.
Local, Dave Austin said: “Mastermind criminals, shoplifting in Poundland.”
Another joked: “Stealing from Poundland?
“It’s literally £1.”
Andy Basildon fumed: “Another day in paradise.”
Others praised the security guard.
Brad said: “Shoutout to the security guard.”
Kev added: “Big up security man.”
Another quipped: “They should try stealing belts, they all need one.”
One added: “Hot f*cking summer’s day and these clowns are dressed like they are going to the North Pole.”
Poundland has been approached for comment.
It follows a rise in thefts from shops amid high inflation during the cost-of-living crisis.
Last month, thefts were carried out at Greggs in Archway and Boots in Chingford.
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