UK Shoplifting Crisis: 530K Incidents Surge Under Labour
Britain faces a retail crime crisis as shoplifting soars to unprecedented levels, with police failing to attend majority of incidents amid growing business fears.
Category : Search result: retail theft statistics
Louvre Museum Diamond Heist: Millions in Gems Stolen
In a stunning security breach, thieves have stolen precious diamonds worth millions from the Louvre Museum's prestigious exhibition, raising serious questions about the iconic institution's protection measures.
London's Luxury Watch Crime Wave: Police Reveal Shocking Figures
Exclusive Metropolitan Police figures expose alarming rise in luxury watch thefts across London, with organised gangs targeting high-value timepieces in sophisticated operations.
Maine man loses £40k in Kennebunk van theft nightmare
A Maine man's dream road trip turns into a financial nightmare after thieves steal his van containing £40,000 in cash from a Kennebunk car park. Police launch urgent investigation into the daring daylight theft.
Wine thief ordered to return stolen champagne or face jail
A serial thief who targeted premium restaurants across London faces an unusual sentence - return the stolen luxury drinks or face imprisonment in this remarkable court case.
32 arrested in UK's biggest shoplifting operation
Major police operation targets organised crime networks behind stolen goods sales across the UK, with 32 suspects arrested and luxury items worth millions recovered.
I watched a woman steal £1,500 from my bank account
Shocking footage reveals how brazen thieves are using sophisticated distraction techniques to empty victims' bank accounts in seconds. One woman lost her entire savings during a routine shopping trip.
Tesco Extends Dominance as Britain's Retail Giant
Tesco extends its dominance as Britain's largest retailer with strategic price cuts and digital innovation, leaving competitors struggling to keep pace in the fiercely competitive grocery sector.
Waitrose uses staff room posters to combat shoplifting
Exclusive: Waitrose deploys stark anti-shoplifting posters in employee areas as UK retail theft surges. The upmarket supermarket chain adopts direct messaging to staff about rising losses.
UK Economy Stagnates with Zero Growth in April
Britain's economy showed no growth in April 2024, with wet weather dampening retail sales and construction output. Get the full analysis of the UK's economic standstill.
Oprah Winfrey targeted by thief at book awards
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey became the unexpected victim of a sophisticated theft during the prestigious National Book Awards ceremony in Manhattan, where a thief made off with her custom-made Judith Leiber purse containing priceless items.
Armed Raid on Woolworths Sparks UK Retail Crime Alert
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
Walmart expands in New York as Macy's closes stores
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
WWE action figure heist: £20k collection stolen in San Diego
A determined thief in San Diego executed an elaborate scheme to steal a massive collection of rare WWE wrestling action figures valued at over £20,000 from a local collectibles shop.
Petco announces US store closures in major retail shakeup
Pet retail giant Petco announces significant store closures across the United States, joining growing list of retailers facing challenging market conditions and shifting consumer habits.
American liberal's crime awakening in London shocks
Aris Goldberg's progressive worldview faced an unexpected test when targeted by thieves in London, forcing a surprising political reckoning about crime and justice.
London Phone Thefts Surge 44% in Crime Wave
Exclusive data reveals mobile phone thefts in London have skyrocketed by 44% year-on-year, with organised criminal gangs targeting commuters and tourists in worrying new crime wave.
Middle-class gym thief hunted by victim across London
Jordana Seal's life turned upside down when her purse was stolen from a locked gym locker. Now she's hunting the middle-class thief herself after making shocking discoveries about the culprit's identity and spending spree.
23 High Street Stores Face Closure in Latest Retail Blow
Another major blow hits the UK High Street as popular retailer confirms 23 store closures across England and Wales, leaving staff and communities reeling from the latest retail casualties.
Middle-class shoplifting epidemic hits UK retailers
Exclusive investigation reveals how affluent professionals are turning to shoplifting for excitement amid cost-of-living pressures, creating a new crime wave hitting UK retailers.
Thief steals phone from mother's pocket in shop
Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment a daring thief steals a phone from an unsuspecting mother's pocket while she browses clothing with her baby. Police are hunting the suspect after the daylight theft in a family-friendly store.
Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports close multiple UK stores
Dozens of high street locations face closure as leading retailers including Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports announce restructuring plans affecting communities across Britain.
Pub laptop thieves jailed for City of London theft spree
Two brazen thieves have been sentenced to prison for a series of thefts targeting laptops and phones from unsuspecting patrons at a busy City of London pub. Learn how their crime spree was ended.
Build-A-Bear's stunning profit surge defies retail odds
Discover how Build-A-Bear Workshop defied the retail downturn with a savvy digital pivot and experiential offerings, leading to a stunning profit surge and ambitious expansion plans across the UK.
Urgent Warning: New Car Theft Epidemic Sweeps UK
Motorists across Britain are being targeted by a sophisticated new keyless car theft method. Learn how criminals are exploiting this shocking vulnerability and the essential steps to protect your vehicle.
Warm Weather Boosts UK Retail Sales by 1.2% in September
Great Britain's retail sector enjoyed a significant boost in September as unseasonably warm weather drove consumers to purchase summer clothing, with sales volumes rising 1.2% according to the Office for National Statistics.
TK Maxx shoppers slam 'terrifying' new security measure
TK Maxx customers are expressing outrage and discomfort over a new 'intimidating' anti-theft initiative. Shoppers report feeling 'watched' and 'distrusted' as the retailer rolls out this controversial security strategy.
Rachel Reeves slams 'shambolic' ONS economic data
Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches a blistering attack on the Office for National Statistics, criticising its 'shambolic' GDP figures and demanding a major review to restore trust in UK economic data.
UK's Best & Worst High Streets Revealed
Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.
High-tech car theft gang jailed for £1.7m vehicle crime spree
A sophisticated car theft gang has been sentenced for stealing 73 high-value vehicles using electronic gadgets while owners slept. Discover how they operated and the police operation that brought them down.
Page 2 of 4