The Guardian Australia
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·9 hours ago
Shoplifting offences surge 20% in England and Wales amid rising violence
Recent research by social policy doctoral researcher Emily Kenway highlights the complexities behind shoplifting, revealing that many offenders come from troubled backgrounds. In England and Wales, recorded shoplifting offences reached 530,643 from March 2024 to March 2025, marking a 20% increase from the previous year. The rise in theft is linked to increased violence and abuse suffered by retail workers.
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