Local Priorities Theft - shoplifting Message

Local Priorities Theft - shoplifting Message

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Theft - shoplifting, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

Following a report of shoplifting in the local area today, officers attended and carried out enquiries which resulted in a suspect being identified, located and arrested. The individual has since been dealt with for the offence.

Shoplifting has a significant impact on local businesses, staff and customers. We continue to work closely with retailers to identify offenders and take positive action against those responsible.

If you witness suspicious activity or have information relating to retail crime, please report it to Kent Police. Together, we can help keep our communities safe and support local businesses. #CommunitySafety #RetailCrime #NeighbourhoodPolicing

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.kent.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.

Alternatively, you can stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.

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