Local Priorities Shoplifting Message

I wanted to provide you an update regarding Shoplifting, which members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

Excellent work today by PC Mason O'Connor from West End Town Centre Team B, working closely with a large book selling retailer, PC O'Connor viewed extensive CCTV and linked 10 thefts of Jellycat toys from March to May to a well known shoplifter, the thefts valued at £1600 and the suspect was charged and remanded for all 10 offences today and will be going to Court first thing tomorrow morning!

Shoplifting is a crime that can have a substantial negative impact on local businesses across London. If you notice anything suspicious or witness anyone shoplifting, please report it as soon as possible. These reports are invaluable in letting us build a picture of when and where shop lifters operate, meaning we can be in the right place at the right time to arrest those responsible. 

For more guidance, see our page on how to spot a shoplifter.

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years, and we want to make sure you have had the chance to have your say. The consultation paper is available online, as well as a survey to let us know what you think. This closes on the 15 September.