Teenager’s Crime Spree Ends in Prison | Leicester News

A 21-year-old man named Jack Johnson spiraled into chaos after being kicked out by his girlfriend, leaving him homeless and addicted to alcohol and drugs. Over a few days in April, he targeted Tesco Express stores, stealing beer, then escalating to violent outbursts — punching security guards, spitting at people, and threatening police while high. After being arrested and released, he returned to the same store, assaulting staff again. A week later, he attacked another Tesco, stamping on a guard’s face, resisting arrest, and racially abusing officers. He admitted to multiple charges, including assaulting police and criminal damage. Sentenced to 2 years and 3 months, Johnson appeared ashamed in court, though his lawyer noted his ex-girlfriend had just given birth to his child — a moment he said he wanted to redeem himself for. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/15b61a2d8f2d2f0b