Supermarkets are set to introduce advanced self-service technology in a bid to cut down on shoplifting.
A third of shoppers are estimated to fail to pay for all their items when using the unmanned tills - though not always intentionally - with thieves specifically using them to steal more expensive items, including steaks.
Experts say the industry has been forced to consider advanced tech to crack down on 'swipers' who are pinching more than £500million worth of items a year.
