Alan Bray, 49, has been banned from Asda for three years after swearing and being abusive towards staff during an incident in November. He attempted to exchange credit on his gas and electric card for cash but became frustrated when informed it was no longer possible, leading him to request a manager’s assistance. Despite acknowledging his inappropriate language, Bray expressed disbelief over the severity of his ban compared to shoplifters, highlighting his feelings of isolation and past friendly interactions with staff, while Asda maintains their zero-tolerance policy on abuse.
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Man, 20, charged with terrorism and hoax threat to blow up his local Asda
A 20-year-old man, Ilyas Akhtar, has been charged with terrorism offences, including preparing acts of terrorism, possessing terrorist-related information, and carrying out two arson attacks in Slough, following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing South East. The arson incidents occurred at the Salt Hill Activity Centre and Slough Ice Arena, while a bomb hoax was reported at an Asda supermarket. Akhtar remains in custody and is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, with local...
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