Overview

• The theft occurred on June 7 at St Peter’s Garden Centre in Worcester, with CCTV capturing a woman shoving multiple Jellycat toys into her trousers and bags.
• More than £400 worth of high-demand Jellycat soft toys was taken, leaving the independent, family-run centre counting its losses.
• Managing director William Blake lamented the impact on his small business and expressed gratitude for customer support following the footage’s release.
• Investigators confirmed they received a report on June 11 and say enquiries are ongoing, with no arrests made to date.
• Stolen items included coveted designs such as peanuts, baguettes and marshmallows, reflecting the brand’s soaring popularity