Shirebrook man charged with assaulting police officer

Ian Thomas, 31, of Patchwork Row, Shirebrook, appeared at Chesterfield magistrates' court, this morning charged with various other offences.

Mr Thomas was arrested and charged yesterday for a theft from Aldi, in Carter Lane, Shirebrook.

He was also charged with the possession of a controlled substance, burglary, theft of a bicycle and a public order offence.

He was remanded in custody until January 15, when a plea hearing will take place.