Crime

UK Police Target 500 Prolific Shoplifters in New Retail Crime Crackdown

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Police are focusing on 500 of the most prolific shoplifters in England.

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New measures include electronic tagging and high street bans.

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Habitual theft is frequently fueled by severe underlying addictions.

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Retailers have faced record levels of merchandise loss.

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