Nottingham traders increase security over shoplifting spike

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One store manager says he dealt with two armed robberies and that shoplifting is 'part of the job'.

CCTV footage was released by the Co-op to highlight the rise in shoplifting in the countryTraders have invested in extra security measures to deter thieves following a rise in shoplifting in Nottingham.

The convenience store operator said it has "invested significantly" in extra security in its stores across the country."It's sort of expected as part of the day job sadly now," he said. The shop's phones are tied to the display stands and an alarm is triggered if a shopper tries to steal one. Sgt Jerone Taylor said: "It varies from low level shoplifting to where offenders are actually going in and taking a whole rail at once. Really planned, target attacks.

 

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