Summary
A woman admitted in court to killing a security guard at an Asda store in Scotland during a struggle as she tried to escape with stolen alcohol. The guard, Alun Harris-Richards, died after hitting his head and suffering a heart attack. The incident occurred in June 2024, and the woman will be sentenced in March 2025.
Key Facts
- The incident took place at an Asda store in Arbroath, Scotland.
- The security guard was named Alun Harris-Richards, aged 61.
- The shoplifter, Natasha Smith, is 38 years old.
- Smith confessed to causing Harris-Richards’ death during a struggle.
- Harris-Richards fell and struck his head, leading to a fatal heart attack.
- The altercation was recorded on Harris-Richards' body-worn camera.
- Smith is also admitted to assaulting another Asda employee during the struggle.
- Harris-Richards had pre-existing heart disease.
