A man has appeared in court accused of stealing almost £4,500-worth of outdoor gear from the same shop.

Simon White, 42, is said by prosecutors to have stolen clothing from the Bicester branch of Cotswold Outdoor on eight occasions between September 2020 and September 2021.

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The total value of the clothing allegedly stolen by White is £4,441.

White appeared before Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday via video link from HMP Bullingdon.

He spoke only to confirm his name and personal details.

No pleas were taken to the eight counts of theft. He was remanded on technical bail to return to court on June 13, when he is expected to enter his pleas to the allegations.

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This story was written by Tom Seaward. He joined the team in 2021 as Oxfordshire's court and crime reporter.  

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