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Budget Pledge to Tackle Retail Crime Amid Rising Costs Hits Small Businesses
In Wednesday's UK budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled new measures to tackle retail crime, aiming to provide relief to a sector...
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Oct 31, 20245 min read
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CCTV released after man threatened employee during shoplifting incident in Bristol
CCTV footage has been released by Avon and Somerset Police in their efforts to identify a man involved in a shoplifting incident in...
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Apr 19, 20241 min read
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Public Appeal: Suspect Wanted for Theft of Cider at Hackenthorpe Retail Store
Catch a Thief UK is issuing a public appeal for information regarding a suspect involved in a theft incident today at an independently...
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Mar 30, 20241 min read
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New Northampton Retail Crime Team continues fight against shoplifting and business crime
In the ongoing effort to prevent and address retail crime, Northamptonshire Police is introducing a dedicated Retail Crime Team, building...
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Mar 27, 20242 min read
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Three women arrested after police stop car laden with suspected stolen goods
Police recovered over £500 worth of stolen goods and apprehended three women after intercepting a car believed to be linked to a spree of...
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Mar 25, 20242 min read
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Shop Robbers Jailed After Threatening Staff With Dirty Needles
Three men jailed for series of shop robberies. Between September and October 2023, Rufus Johnson Cuthbertson, aged 28, Darren Guthrie,...
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Mar 25, 20242 min read
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Cracking Down on Shoplifting: Essex Police Make 706 Arrests in Six Months
Theft from retail outlets isn't just a crime against businesses; it impacts staff and customers too.
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Mar 20, 20242 min read
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Nottinghamshire Police Warn Shoppers About Bargain Purchases as Prolific Thief Is Jailed
Shoppers are being urged to exercise caution when encountering steep discounts on high-value items, as Nottinghamshire Police intensify...
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Nov 5, 20231 min read
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The City of London Police Unleashes Project Servator: A Proactive Approach to Safety
In the bustling heart of London, The City of London Police is taking a significant leap forward in its efforts to ensure safety and...
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Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Warwickshire Police's Vigilance During Business Crime Week: Five Arrests for Shoplifting Offences
In an ongoing drive to combat business-related crimes during Business Crime Week, Warwickshire Police have made five shoplifting arrests...
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Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Public Appeal: Help Needed in Identifying Cash Machine Thief
In a distressing incident, a 78-year-old woman fell victim to a theft at a cash machine, resulting in a loss of £200. The thief took...
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Oct 14, 20231 min read
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Man Receives 52-Week Sentence for Burglaries and Shoplifting in Taunton
In a swift turn of justice, a 36-year-old man from Taunton has been sentenced to 52 weeks in prison for a series of criminal offences...
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Oct 14, 20231 min read
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BBC Breakfast News Reports of Sharp Rise in Anti-Social Behaviour Abuse and Theft in Retail Outlets
A BBC Breakfast television news story broadcast today with BBC Breakfast News presenters, Naga Munchetty, Ben Thompson and BBC Business...
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Sep 14, 20232 min read
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Burglar Armed with Knife Gets Jail Time for Disturbing Break-Ins
A burglar who entered an 85-year-old woman's bedroom while she was asleep, brandishing a knife, has been sentenced to prison. Andrew...
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Sep 8, 20233 min read
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Public Appeal: Help Identify Suspects in Warrington Purse Theft from a 70 year old Pensioner
Cheshire Police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying three individuals captured in CCTV images in connection with a purse...
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Sep 3, 20231 min read
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Thief's Knife Threats and Spree of Crimes Shakes Southampton
A shocking incident involving a thief's knife threats has sent ripples through Southampton. William Hunt, a 41-year-old man of no fixed...
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Aug 26, 20232 min read
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