
Staff at Bentley Bridge Shopping Park in Wednesfield flagged down two PCSOs who sprung into action by apprehending the suspect and an alleged accomplice.
Wednesfield Police tweeted on Sunday: "Our passing PCSOs were quick to act when staff @BBShoppingPark flagged them down reporting a known shoplifter making off with stolen items.
"PCSOs quickly detained the male, along with his accomplice."
The police team added: "Officers from our team soon arrived and £200 of unpaid goods returned."