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Robbery Attempt Ends in Arrest After Shutter Trap

3/21/2026

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Story summary

On December 24, 2025, Jordan Peebles, 32, attempted to rob a Coventry shop.
He assaulted a staff member, stole items, and was trapped when the shutter closed.
CCTV shows Peebles attempting to escape until West Midlands Police arrived and arrested him.
Peebles pleaded guilty to robbery and received four years and four months at Warwick Crown Court, with West Midlands Police commending the staff member's bravery.

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Story summary

On December 24, 2025, Jordan Peebles, 32, attempted to rob a Coventry shop.
He assaulted a staff member, stole items, and was trapped when the shutter closed.
CCTV shows Peebles attempting to escape until West Midlands Police arrived and arrested him.
Peebles pleaded guilty to robbery and received four years and four months at Warwick Crown Court, with West Midlands Police commending the staff member's bravery.