Bungling Thief Caught Hiding in Dessert Shop Fridge Near Bolton

A burglary at a dessert shop near Bolton took an unusual turn when police officers discovered the suspect attempting to evade arrest by squeezing inside a commercial refrigerator.

The incident unfolded in the early hours of the morning when a passing police patrol noticed suspicious activity at the premises. Upon entering the dessert shop to investigate, officers began searching the property. They soon discovered the 28-year-old intruder crouched inside one of the shop's fridges, hoping to go unnoticed.

"A police patrol noticed something wasn’t quite right, entered the shop and found the 28-year-old hiding in the fridge. He was subsequently arrested."

The bungling thief was arrested on suspicion of commercial burglary and taken into custody. The unusual hiding spot has sparked local conversation, highlighting the quick reactions of the patrolling officers who prevented the suspect from escaping with any goods.

Local businesses have praised the vigilance of the police patrol, noting that swift response times are crucial in protecting commercial premises from overnight break-ins.