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Hi,
I've read a few threads that relate to my situation however I thought it would be best to get a more onerous opinion instead.
The following occurred in Scotland btw.
Recently I was ultimately caught shoplifting from Boots, however this was a crime I had not intended to commit. Long story short I walked out
the shop unintentionally with unpaid goods which was due to time restraints as I was due to meet someone however was caught in boots
waiting on a prescription. Hence why I walked out the shop without paying. I was stopped by security and led into the security room at the back (along with the person I was accompanied shopping with). Security explained I/we had shoplifted etc etc before tallying up the stolen goods which amounted to £188.00 (3 bottles of aftershave/perfume). The
police were called and we were charged. Although I explained it was unintentional and I had means to pay (I even offered to pay but it was refused), they were having none of it and explained that a crime had still been commuted and due to the value of the goods, this was why we were being charged. I accepted the charge and that was the end of it in the sense of the police. I was given a letter from the security guard in boots stating that a company called 'RLP' would be contacting us regarding seeking 'losses' on behalf of Boots. After reading some of the other threads I know that this company RLP can be some what tricky to understand. I received my letter 1 week later and they are asking for £258 to cover said losses. All 'stolen' goods were retrieved that day, still in sell-able condition (the goods had only
previously been put in my bag before being retrieved again by the Security). I can post a picture of the letter if that would be any help to getting some advice.
Do I need to pay this money to RLP? Or should I pay?
The person I was with also received a letter demanding £258.
The figure they are asking for seems way to high considering the goods can still be sold?
I know that they can take me to civil court but from what I've easy previously that is a rare occurrence?
I understand many may find the 'unintentional' alibi a cover up for my actions but I know it is the truth so please don't give me any judging comments.
Any help would be appreciated as I'm getting myself a bit worked up over this.
I've seen some really helpful advice on other threads however just looking for some advice relating to me.
Would really appreciate it.
Thank you in advance!
I've read a few threads that relate to my situation however I thought it would be best to get a more onerous opinion instead.
The following occurred in Scotland btw.
Recently I was ultimately caught shoplifting from Boots, however this was a crime I had not intended to commit. Long story short I walked out
the shop unintentionally with unpaid goods which was due to time restraints as I was due to meet someone however was caught in boots
waiting on a prescription. Hence why I walked out the shop without paying. I was stopped by security and led into the security room at the back (along with the person I was accompanied shopping with). Security explained I/we had shoplifted etc etc before tallying up the stolen goods which amounted to £188.00 (3 bottles of aftershave/perfume). The
police were called and we were charged. Although I explained it was unintentional and I had means to pay (I even offered to pay but it was refused), they were having none of it and explained that a crime had still been commuted and due to the value of the goods, this was why we were being charged. I accepted the charge and that was the end of it in the sense of the police. I was given a letter from the security guard in boots stating that a company called 'RLP' would be contacting us regarding seeking 'losses' on behalf of Boots. After reading some of the other threads I know that this company RLP can be some what tricky to understand. I received my letter 1 week later and they are asking for £258 to cover said losses. All 'stolen' goods were retrieved that day, still in sell-able condition (the goods had only
previously been put in my bag before being retrieved again by the Security). I can post a picture of the letter if that would be any help to getting some advice.
Do I need to pay this money to RLP? Or should I pay?
The person I was with also received a letter demanding £258.
The figure they are asking for seems way to high considering the goods can still be sold?
I know that they can take me to civil court but from what I've easy previously that is a rare occurrence?
I understand many may find the 'unintentional' alibi a cover up for my actions but I know it is the truth so please don't give me any judging comments.
Any help would be appreciated as I'm getting myself a bit worked up over this.
I've seen some really helpful advice on other threads however just looking for some advice relating to me.
Would really appreciate it.
Thank you in advance!
. Did they include a copy of this document (see attached) in their letter to your friend??
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