Police interviewed Cllr Charles Haworth about his disgraceful behaviour
in Tesco Oakham last Sunday.
The towns Deputy Mayor used foul language in the presence of many families shopping.
Leicestershire Constabulary Press Release:
Police appeal following Oakham altercation
Police are appealing for information following the report of an altercation inside a shop in Oakham at the weekend.The incident happened at approximately 2.50pm on Sunday afternoon (October 16), when two men became involved in an argument in the shop, Tesco, in South Street.
No-one was injured during the incident.
PC Joe Lloyd, the investigating officer, is appealing for anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
PC Lloyd said: “The incident happened on a Sunday afternoon, a time when the shop can get quite busy. If you were in the shop and can remember the incident then please call us and help us with our enquiries.
“One of the men involved was quite distressed by the altercation and so I would encourage anyone with information to come forward.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC 1312 Joe Lloyd on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 1312. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous on 0800 555 111.
* Please note, some mobile ‘phone service providers may charge for this call.
Issued on 18/10/11 at 15:50
Crime reference number: LR/01000/11-3
