Criminal Behaviour Order given to a woman stealing in Stockport

A woman has been made subject to a 12‑month Criminal Behaviour Order banning her from every John Lewis store in England and Wales, after stealing thousands of pounds’ worth of designer fragrances.

Agita Cica, 27, pleaded guilty to four counts of theft at Newcastle Magistrates’ Court on Friday 12 December 2025.

On 31 August 2024, John Lewis Loss Prevention staff intercepted Cica as she attempted to steal designer goods and alerted Greater Manchester Police. She was arrested at the scene but initially provided false details.

Further robust identity checks carried out by the investigating officer later confirmed her identity.

Cica subsequently failed to appear at Stockport Magistrates’ Court on 3 October 2024, prompting a warrant for her arrest.

 She then evaded police for more than a year, registering multiple addresses across the country. After several nationwide arrest attempts, she eventually surrendered to Northumbria Police on Tuesday 4 November 2025.

In total, Cica stole more than £2,400 worth of designer fragrances from John Lewis in Cheadle.

Police Constable Kenneally, from GMP Stockport’s District Investigation Unit, said:

Police Constable Kenneally, Stockport District Investigation Unit, said: “Cica offending was not opportunistic — it was deliberate, organised and persistent.

“Shoplifting is far from a victimless crime.

“It places significant financial pressure on retailers, affects staff safety, and contributes to higher prices for honest shoppers.

“Greater Manchester Police take offences of this nature extremely seriously, and we will continue to work closely with businesses across Stockport to identify offenders, take swift action, and ensure those responsible are brought to justice.”