Summary
Keeley Knowles used to be known for shoplifting in Birmingham to support her heroin addiction and has been to jail 28 times. With help from the West Midlands Police's Offending to Recovery programme, she is now drug-free and helps others struggling with addiction.
Key Facts
- Keeley Knowles was heavily involved in shoplifting to fund her heroin use.
- She went to jail 28 times due to her actions.
- Knowles began using heroin at 13 years old.
- The Offending to Recovery programme helps people with drug addictions to reduce crime.
- The programme was started in Birmingham in 2018 and is expanding to other areas like Coventry and Wolverhampton.
- It is funded by local authorities, businesses, and the West Midlands police and crime commissioner.
- Knowles now works with the programme and shares her experiences to help others.
- The programme is already positively impacting businesses and communities.
