The Age
·general
·3 hours ago
Police identify ten repeat offenders behind one-third of Chapel Street thefts
Ten repeat offenders are responsible for one-third of retail crime along Chapel Street, police revealed. The area saw 550 theft incidents and 276 arrests in 2025, prompting a focused operation to increase police presence. Despite a 12 percent decline in shoplifting, traders express ongoing frustration over theft normalcy and inadequate deterrence.
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