B&Q I’m now a shoplifter?

[Whyisitthis]

Hello, firstly thank you for reading this. I know no one wants a long winded back story. So I’ll be brief.

I entered a local store to buy some paint (which I did pay for) I am honestly not a bad person or a thief.

Didn’t have a basket or trolley as was on my lunch break.

Whilst picking up the three tubs of paint placed some masking tape in my pocket (it was hanging out of so I had every intention to pay) just didn’t have a hand free.

Paid for my goods (forgot about the £4.39 masking tape)

I’ve got so much going on and im not well at all (like I say no one cares I get that) also have autism so wasn’t thinking particularly like others do maybe (who knows my minds going around and around)

I left the store after paying, was pulled back in by security. Asked for the tape which I gave immediately  shook up.

Gave them my ID and details. I was given some paper and told to expect a large fine in the post for their time and the tape and sent on my way.

my questions are:

I hardly ever go out without support so the ban I guess I can’t go there now for anything (their loss) - ok but is my photo going to be all over with my name?

how much am I expecting in the post as a fine?

I have sent them cash in the post recorded signed for delivery to arrive tomorrow (incident happened today) for my error. Their Address was on the bit of paper.

i have read two posts on this page but they were from many many years ago so I hoped for updated advise please? 

[Whyisitthis]

I’m so sorry for posting in the wrong place and I am so thankful you have replied to me thank you.

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Hopefully I’m able to help someone else out with a future post

however this particular subject I’m completely at a loss and ever so anxious regarding!

I’ll get the letter out when my police officer husband is asleep to see what the company is whom will be writing to me.

I know parking companies now seek compensation so I’m expecting these too as they have advised. 

The company is CRS

[Whyisitthis]

Hiya

I sent B&Q £5 in the post along with an apology once I’d got home.

They recovered their item but I just thought surly they might leave me alone if I did so.

Thank you for your kindness regarding seeking out support from GP,

unfortunately there’s nothing anyone is able to do but everyone’s been fab.

Just could do without this and obviously kicking myself for my stupidity and don’t want anyone turning up to the home.

Edited April 29 by Whyisitthis

[Whyisitthis]

Thanks for being so kind (I mean they took the tape off me obviously and wouldn’t let me pay for it)

do you think they might tell this company to leave me alone? Or just ignore me.

I sent it tracked.

I cannot get a criminal record and of course don’t see why I should. It was an error.

Thanks for actually taking time out to reply to me.

I’m expecting a few horrid letters?

One which will say letter before something but as long as it doesn’t say letter before action I’m ok?

if B&Q take me to court will I be able to pay this fine before anything bad would happen. 

It’s all a shame as it means I’ll have to make excuses now if it’s ever suggested I go into B&Q but I guess that’s the situation I’ve found myself in.

Many thanks 

[Whyisitthis]

Thank you I cannot sleep.

CRS is the company 

[Whyisitthis]

Appreciate the time that has gone into replying.

I have read so much about this tonight that hopefully I can be a step ahead.

 If I gain a reply from the head office I shall let you guys know. 

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Just an update, first expected letter had not arrived as of yet.