In February 2025, Havering recorded 191 shoplifting offences, with 67% of cases either unresolved or without a suspect identified, showing little change from 2024. The majority of incidents occurred in shopping areas, highlighting concerns among local businesses. Nationwide, shoplifting was reported at over half a million incidents in 2024. The British Retail Consortium claimed retail theft is escalating, costing businesses over £2.2 billion annually. Local police aim to tackle the issue through enhanced neighbourhood policing, working with business owners to target prolific offenders and boost community safety.
"The Met is prioritising neighbourhood policing, putting more officers in local teams to tackle issues that matter most to Londoners, like shoplifting."
"Shop theft is costing retailers more than 2.2 billion a year; we believe retail crime is continuing to spiral out of control."
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