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Prolific shoplifter locked up after $25,000 spree

Last updated: April 9, 2025 2:51 pm
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Written by Ric Stephens

An individual known as one of New Zealand’s most prolific shoplifters made headlines after stealing nearly $8500 worth of clothing from Auckland’s David Jones store in a single day.

Jennifer Gordon, a woman in her late 40s, has a lengthy criminal record, including 55 convictions for shoplifting and theft.

With over 150 convictions for dishonesty offenses and one for methamphetamine dealing, Gordon was sentenced to two years and four months in prison in 2019. She is currently serving time for seven shoplifting convictions and one for possession of cannabis for supply.

Her recent convictions spanned between September 2022 and June 2024, during which she stole goods totaling over $25,000, none of which were recovered.

Gordon’s criminal history and latest offenses were highlighted in a High Court decision where she appealed her two-year and six-month prison sentence, claiming it was excessively harsh.

In the High Court at Auckland, Justice Andrew Becroft upheld the original sentence, stating that Judge Maria Pecotic’s approach was appropriate given Gordon’s repeated offenses and lack of remorse.

Gordon’s method of shoplifting often involved concealing items in bags after removing security tags in fitting rooms. She targeted various stores, including the upscale David Jones in Newmarket, where she stole clothes worth thousands of dollars.

Despite her troubled personal life and mental health issues, Gordon’s actions were deemed calculated and deliberate by the court. Her persistent shoplifting spree, coupled with substance abuse and kleptomania, painted a grim picture of a woman struggling with inner demons.

While sympathetic to Gordon’s psychological struggles, Justice Becroft emphasized the need for accountability and rehabilitation in cases of habitual criminal behavior. Gordon’s story sheds light on the complex interplay between personal trauma, addiction, and criminality, urging society to address the root causes of such behaviors.

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