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A persistent shoplifter who failed to attend court is wanted on a warrant.
Declan Bennett admitted 15 shoplifting charges and one of threatening behaviour.
The 29-year-old was due to be sentenced at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court.
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Bennett, of Victoria Road, Darlington, admitted stealing food, alcohol and washing products from businesses in the town between June and September.
He targeted Heron Foods, Sainsbury’s and Tesco, according to court records.
Bench chairman Colling Morris issued a warrant for his arrest when he failed to attend court on Thursday morning.