The shopping complex has been sold to the owners of Sports Direct and Frasers department stores.
Craig Hadley was accused of fraud and thrown out of a shop after security software identified him.
Sports Direct have been caught selling a bobble hat branded with "Cyrmu" instead of Cymru.
Frasers Group says the purchase of the complex demonstrates its commitment to physical retail.
Sports Direct had asked for a temporary court order allowing it to sell the kit next season.
Sports Direct is seeking an injunction to stop Newcastle's exclusivity deal with JD Sports.
The company is seeking an injunction against the Premier League club's exclusive deal with JD Sports.
The department store building has been empty for eight years.
A charity that sends Christmas gifts to disadvantaged children is left short after a failed delivery.
