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Oct 315 min read

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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CCTV released after man threatened employee during shoplifting incident in Bristol

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Apr 191 min read

PUBLIC APPEALS

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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Public Appeal: Suspect Wanted for Theft of Cider at Hackenthorpe Retail Store

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Mar 301 min read

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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New Northampton Retail Crime Team continues fight against shoplifting and business crime

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Mar 272 min read

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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Three women arrested after police stop car laden with suspected stolen goods

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Mar 252 min read

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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Shop Robbers Jailed After Threatening Staff With Dirty Needles

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Mar 252 min read

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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Cracking Down on Shoplifting: Essex Police Make 706 Arrests in Six Months

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Mar 202 min read

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. At Essex Police, they are committed...

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Nottinghamshire Police Warn Shoppers About Bargain Purchases as Prolific Thief Is Jailed

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Nov 5, 20231 min read

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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The City of London Police Unleashes Project Servator: A Proactive Approach to Safety

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Oct 19, 20232 min read

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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Warwickshire Police's Vigilance During Business Crime Week: Five Arrests for Shoplifting Offences

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Oct 19, 20232 min read

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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Public Appeal: Help Needed in Identifying Cash Machine Thief

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Oct 14, 20231 min read

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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Man Receives 52-Week Sentence for Burglaries and Shoplifting in Taunton

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Oct 14, 20231 min read

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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BBC Breakfast News Reports of Sharp Rise in Anti-Social Behaviour Abuse and Theft in Retail Outlets

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Sep 14, 20232 min read

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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Burglar Armed with Knife Gets Jail Time for Disturbing Break-Ins

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Sep 8, 20233 min read

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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Public Appeal: Help Identify Suspects in Warrington Purse Theft from a 70 year old Pensioner

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Sep 3, 20231 min read

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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Thief's Knife Threats and Spree of Crimes Shakes Southampton

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Aug 26, 20232 min read

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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