A man who tried to get away with shoplifting from a store in the capital city ended up in handcuffs yesterday.

RNC were called to the shop in the east end just after 2:30 yesterday afternoon as a man was stealing merchandise.

The 44-year-old had left the business by the time officers arrived, but was found a short distance away and taken into custody.

He was held for court on charges on theft under $5,000, breach of probation, and breach of release order.