A Southampton resident has been formally charged in connection with a series of alleged shoplifting incidents at the Asda supermarket on Redbridge Road.
Charges follow month-long investigation
Hampshire police say they investigated reports that items worth in excess of £1,200 were taken from the store over a four-week window from 15 June to 12 July. The goods allegedly taken included a mix of electronic items, household products and food.
The defendant has been named by police as Asa William Henegan, aged 44, of Kendal Avenue in Southampton. He has been charged with 11 counts of theft from a shop and was released on bail pending a first hearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court on Thursday 29 October.
Local impact and context
Shoplifting incidents at key local retailers can have practical effects for the surrounding community. Businesses face lost stock and potential increased security measures, while shoppers may notice changes such as added staff presence or adjustments to store layouts.
- Alleged offending period: 15 June – 12 July
- Number of charges: 11 counts of theft from a shop
- Approximate value of goods taken: over £1,200
- Next court appearance: 29 October at Southampton Magistrates' Court
Police statements indicate the charges cover a number of separate incidents rather than a single event. The Asda on Redbridge Road has reportedly experienced several shoplifting problems in recent times.
What happens next?
Criminal proceedings are now active. The magistrates will consider the prosecution's case at the initial hearing later this year. As with all charged defendants, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Asda, Redbridge Road, Southampton |
| Defendant | Asa William Henegan, 44, of Kendal Avenue |
| Alleged offences | 11 counts of theft from a shop |
| Reported value | More than £1,200 |
| Next court date | 29 October — Southampton Magistrates' Court |
Anyone with information about shoplifting or other retail crime in the area is encouraged to contact Hampshire police through their usual reporting channels. Local retailers and residents will be watching the case as it progresses through the courts.
Joshua Harris, Southampton Community Correspondent, InfoRadar
