Dramatic footage shows a shoplifter being chased by police and threatening to jump from the side of a pier

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Dramatic body camera footage has been released showing a prolific shoplifter threatening to jump off railings near a pier.

Michael Thompson was spotted a day after his last offence in Chatham High Street and tried to flee.

The video above shows the pursuit towards Sun Pier before his arrest.

The 37-year-old had repeatedly stole food and alcohol worth more than £400 in May and July.

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