"The Met describes the technology as a platform that retail stores can use to report incidents of shoplifting 'instantly,' sharing CCTV footage alongside the report. This gives officers immediate access to high-quality evidence at the point of reporting and helps identify repeat offenders operating across boroughs."
"Backed by record funding from City Hall, we're redoubling our efforts to crack down on shoplifting and antisocial behavior across London. Advances in technology are a real game-changer - allowing retailers and shop staff to report shoplifting incidents remotely using digital platforms and send evidence such as CCTV footage in real-time to help police identify culprits, make arrests, and secure prosecutions."
"Latest figures show we're making progress reducing shoplifting in London, but there's more to do. The police will continue to work closely with businesses and use plain-clothed officers, extensive CCTV networks, and increased visible patrols to catch, arrest, and prosecute offenders, building a safer London for everyone."
London's Metropolitan Police is testing a new platform for retail stores to report shoplifting incidents instantly, sharing CCTV footage with police. The pilot program, launched in January, has shown positive outcomes, with success rates of 21.4 percent compared to the Met's average of 14 percent. Mayor Sadiq Khan supports the initiative, emphasizing the importance of technology in tackling shoplifting and antisocial behavior. Despite ongoing theft issues, shoplifting cases have decreased by 3.7 percent between April 2025 and the present.
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