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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
National
David Unyime Nkanta

UK's Shoplifting Wave Finally Slowing? Retailers Spot Surprising New Trend

Staff across Britain increasingly face brazen thieves as organised gangs drive shoplifting to its highest level in 22 years. (SCREENSHOTS: Channel 4 News/YouTube)

Signs are emerging that the UK's prolonged surge in retail crime may finally be easing, according to industry data and reports from major retailers.

After years of rising theft, abuse and violent incidents in shops across Britain, new figures suggest a modest improvement in some areas, even as the overall problem remains severe and continues to worry businesses and workers.

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