Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski faces a major backlash after suggesting shoplifting is a 'symptom of poverty' and can be justified for those in desperate need, drawing condemnation from retailers and politicians alike.
Tesco is piloting groundbreaking new X-ray body scanner technology at its Spalding superstore in a bold move to combat a surge in retail crime and organised shoplifting.
A woman is in a critical condition after a horrific stabbing at Westfield Coomera on the Gold Coast. Shocking eyewitness accounts detail how brave shoppers rushed to subdue the alleged attacker in a busy food court.
Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari shocks fans by revealing her rebellious past, detailing a fourth-grade shoplifting incident and underage drinking escapades that involved run-ins with the police.
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is rolling out live facial recognition technology to combat a surge in shoplifting, sparking a fierce backlash from civil liberties groups who brand it 'dystopian' and a threat to customer privacy.
A UK business owner fights back against shoplifters by publicly shaming them with hilarious CCTV footage of them stealing rubber ducks, bath bombs, and chocolate. His viral campaign highlights the growing crisis facing small retailers.
A veteran supermarket security guard reveals the sophisticated and brazen methods used by organised criminal gangs to plague UK retailers, costing millions and creating a climate of fear for staff and shoppers.
An arrest warrant has been issued for a prolific thief whose brazen shoplifting spree was captured in crystal-clear CCTV footage. Police are hunting the suspect after he targeted a store in a busy town centre.
A major roof collapse at a Virgin Active gym in Sydney's Bondi Junction Westfield forced the evacuation of hundreds. Emergency services rushed to the scene as debris fell onto treadmills. No serious injuries were reported in the shocking incident.
Shocking footage captures the moment a gang of thieves brazenly loots a Central London pharmacy in broad daylight, while terrified staff are powerless to intervene. The audacious heist highlights a worrying trend in urban crime.
Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley faces a fierce backlash after making controversial comments on shoplifting, with critics branding him a 'hypocrite' given his own historic arrest for the same offence. The TV host's remarks on live television
Exclusive figures reveal police are failing to solve more than 1,000 shoplifting cases every day across the UK, with just 16% of reported crimes resulting in charges as retail theft soars to record levels.
New government plans promise stricter punishments for shoplifters and assault on retail workers, as retail crime surges to record levels across Britain.
Property guru Kirstie Allsopp's husband, Ben Andersen, was caught shoplifting a £13 candle and whisky from Poundland. The Location, Location, Location star's spouse was handed a conditional discharge and ordered to pay costs after a tense courtroom appear
Amy Van Der Jagt, a 38-year-old mother, was tragically killed while shielding her nine-month-old daughter during the Westfield Bondi Junction stabbing rampage. Her final act of bravery is now a testament to a mother's love.
British retailers face an unprecedented shoplifting epidemic with offences reaching their highest level since 1969, while police fail to pursue 70% of cases, leaving traders furious and demanding government action.
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK high street stores are fighting back against organised shoplifting gangs as police formally admit they've stopped arresting offenders in most cases.
Exclusive: A charming independent children's boutique in Surrey was targeted by a ruthless shoplifting duo who brazenly stuffed designer kids' clothes into a rucksack. The entire incident, a devastating blow for small businesses, was captured on the store
Jamie Oliver's teenage son Buddy was caught taking items from a central London shop without paying, with his mother Jools and sister Daisy by his side. The family addressed the incident with a statement.
Exclusive investigation reveals facial recognition cameras in UK retail stores are identifying a staggering 10,000 potential offenders each week, highlighting the escalating shoplifting epidemic crippling British retailers.
A brave Tesco customer shares his harrowing ordeal after being violently attacked for standing up to shoplifters, leaving him traumatised and fearing for his safety.
Shocking CCTV footage captures two men stealing high-value items from a Currys store in a bold daylight robbery, using a pushchair as a diversion.
A security guard delivers a stark message to potential shoplifters, revealing the high-tech methods stores use to track and prosecute thieves.
Republican lawmakers in Florida are advocating for the deportation of migrants caught shoplifting at Home Depot, sparking debate over immigration policies.
Retailers and law enforcement warn that lax sentencing for repeat shoplifters is fuelling a surge in thefts, with stores forced to hire 'greeters' to deter criminals.
As shoplifting surges across Britain, police are turning to unconventional methods—including recruiting teenage girls—to tackle the growing retail crime wave.
A police chief faces backlash after suggesting store owners call emergency services for minor shoplifting incidents, sparking debate over resource allocation.
A shocking CCTV clip captures the moment a brazen shoplifter casually fills a bag with pistachios in a UK supermarket before walking out unchallenged.
Dramatic footage captures the moment a brave Lidl employee confronts a group of shoplifters in a bold daylight theft attempt. Watch the shocking incident unfold.
A senior police chief has issued a stark warning about the growing epidemic of shoplifting, with thieves acting with 'impunity' as retailers struggle to cope.