The Metropolitan Police have ramped up efforts to combat retail crime in London, as showcased in a dramatic sting operation that led to the arrest of notorious shoplifter George Nicholson. Deputy Commissioner Matt Jukes emphasized the importance of addressing concerns raised by victims, as retail thefts climb to alarming rates, costing businesses £16.8 million monthly. Jukes, noting the police's continuous commitment to tackling crime, even shared his own experience of performing a citizen's arrest to underline the seriousness of the issue.
Dramatic CCTV footage captured police officers arresting George Nicholson, a notorious shoplifter caught during a sting operation in Bromley, London.
Deputy Commissioner Matt Jukes emphasized the Metropolitan Police's commitment to addressing retail crime, acknowledging the victims' feelings about crime control.
The epidemic of retail crime in London is costing retailers an estimated £16.8 million every month, with a staggering 102,083 shoplifting offenses recorded.
Jukes recounted an incident where he conducted a citizen's arrest for shoplifting, stressing the police's relentless effort to combat theft, even off-duty.
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