Criminals ‘systematically’ targeting UK shops, costing £400m last year, say retailers
The British Retail Consortium reports significant increases in shoplifting incidents in the UK, contributing to £400m in losses last year, alongside a worrying rise in violence against retail workers.
Calgary city councillors seek ways to crack down on shoplifting under $100
Calgary city councillors are proposing a motion to address the rise in shoplifting incidents involving stolen goods valued under $100, focusing on improving enforcement and public trust.
Shoplifting at all time high as gangs drive hundreds of miles to ransack shelves
Shoplifting incidents in the UK have reached an all-time high, with organized gangs traveling significant distances to target retail establishments.
Yle: A group of young people stormed the S-market - soon the harsh truth was revealed
There has been a significant increase in shoplifting among youths at the S-market in Jyväskylä, leading to the closure of self-service checkouts when large groups enter the store.
Store Closes Self-Service Checkouts to School Children in Jyväskylä - 250 Shoplifting Incidents Per Week Was Too Much
A supermarket in Jyväskylä has decided to close its self-service checkouts to students due to a significant increase in shoplifting incidents.
With more officers on the street, minor crimes in focus
A 21-year-old Bulgarian woman was arrested after stealing a backpack from a tourist, and a 36-year-old Sri Lankan was caught shoplifting at a Sephora store in Milan, as local police ramped up their presence to tackle minor crimes.
Moment brazen Greggs thief fills his bag before returning later to clear shelves
A thief, Adam Gosling, stole nearly £2,000 worth of drinks from a Greggs bakery over several visits and was spared jail after his arrest.
Sports Store Invents Unusual Method to Reduce Shoplifting
A sports store in Finland has successfully reduced shoplifting incidents by implementing a unique locked fitting room system accessible only by staff.
Young woman arrested for stealing clothes in shopping center in Suzano
An 18-year-old woman was arrested for shoplifting at a department store in Suzano.
Shoplifting: The Experimentation of AI-Enhanced Cameras in Shops Adopted by the Assembly
The French Assembly has approved a law allowing the trial of AI-enhanced surveillance cameras in retail stores until the end of 2027 to detect and prevent shoplifting.
Shoplifting is Increasing in Stores. Chains are Responding by Deploying Artificial Intelligence
Retail chains in Czechia are facing an increase in shoplifting incidents and are turning to artificial intelligence for solutions.
Stunned MP confronts police chief after witnessing brazen shoplifting
Labour MP Joani Reid expressed her shock after witnessing a blatant shoplifting incident in London, highlighting issues with police reporting by store staff.
VIDEO ⟩ Ott Sepp on shoplifting: this trend quickly faded in primary school as something new came up
In a comedic discussion, actors discuss their past experiences with shoplifting during a play.
Shoplifter stole £60 chicken from Co-Op begs for extended prison sentence
Emma Britton, a 51-year-old shoplifter, requested an extended prison sentence after stealing £60 worth of chicken from Co-op and rejecting probation alternatives.
Store employee subjected to violence in Stavanger
A store employee in Mariero, Stavanger, was reportedly assaulted while attempting to stop two shoplifters, with police on the scene in contact with the victim.
Annelinn as always! Tartu Maxima employees prevented shoplifting with their own efforts
In Tartu, employees at Maxima intervened to stop an attempted shoplifting, although such physical intervention goes against company policy, as stated by their communications manager.
Vinted and eBay shoppers issued urgent warning amid 'shoplifting to order' rise
A security expert warns second-hand shoppers on Vinted and eBay to be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true as 'shoplifting to order' has increased.
Father Used Children for Shoplifting Across Croatia
A 59-year-old man is suspected of exploiting his position as a father and stepfather to use four children for shoplifting in shopping centers across Croatia, leading to charges for multiple offenses of human trafficking.
Assault and workplace accident
The police dealt with incidents of minor assaults, shopliftings, and a workplace accident along with a child injury report in the capital area.
Britain's shoplifting capitals revealed - all you need to know
Recent Home Office figures show that shoplifting in England and Wales has surged, with retailers reporting £4.2 billion in losses due to theft, particularly since the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis.
Britain's WORST areas for shoplifting revealed - check your area in interactive map
An interactive map has been released detailing the worst areas for shoplifting in England and Wales, highlighting a surge in offenses following record numbers last year.