Shoplifting surge sees police record more than 500,000 cases in a year for first time

The Irish Independent’s View: We need a concerted effort to clamp down on shoplifting

Garda management has been presenting the latest statistics on burglary as something of a success story. Compared with a decade ago, home burglaries are down dramatically, according to a garda press statement earlier this month.

Trade union's expresses concern after police reveal 20 rise in shoplifting

A TRADE union has expressed concern after police figures revealed a 20 per cent increase in shoplifting.

Police make 'sweet' arrest after shoplifting incident

The police have urged the public to report any anti-social behaviour or suspicious activities to them.

From shoplifters to perverts - the criminals who struck in Newcastle city centre

A number of people have appeared before the courts for their crimes in the city centre

Mayor Sadiq Khan defends policing London as shoplifting epidemic deepens

London’s soaring rate of shoplifting has continued to accelerate over recent months, as new data reveals that offences increased 54 per cent last year, compared with 2023.

Officers aiming to stop serial shoplifting offences at the root

From criminal behaviour orders to support services, police are exploring all avenues to stop repeat shoplifting offenders.