The old gentleman was not the only one who started shouting.The Dodger and Charley Bates, not wanting to attract attention to themselves by running down the street, had stopped round the first corner.When They realized what was happening, they also shouted" Stop thief! "and joined in the chase like good citizens.The cry of "Stop thief! "always causes great excitement.Everybody in the street stopped what they were doing and began to shout themselves.Many joined in the chase with enthusiasm and soon there was a big crowd running after Oliver.
