QSR1849/3/5/5-6

Depositions of Charles Seabrook, mealman and John Millards, police constable, both of Luton. In the case of James Jones and Michael Cullanan accused of stealing 2 pairs of patterns, property of Elizabeth Seabrook.

19 April 1849

From: 1849 To: 1849

Charles Seabrook: he visited his mother Elizabeth Seabrook's shop. He saw James Jones reach into the shop and take 2 pairs of patterns. Michael Cullanan was also there about the seize more. He chased Jones and caught him. At this point, Jones had one pair of patterns in his hand but had dropped the others. John Millard: was give charge of the prisoners by Charles Seabrook. Cullanan told him that they had committed the offence in order to get themselves sent somewhere. Cullanan regreted the offence was not "heavier" and next time they would do something "a great deal heavier". Jones said words ot the same effect.Statement of the accused - James Jones & Michael Cullanan: neither had comment

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Jones, James,
Cullanan, Michael,
Seabrook, Charles,
Millard, John,
Wakenell, James

LUTON, stealing