Joint working to stop shoplifting and ASB in Lincoln!

Lincoln Police officers are working in partnership with local retailers to curb shoplifting and anti-social behaviour in the north of the city!

The Lincoln North Shop Watch is a project that aims to unite retailers by keeping them in contact with other stores as well as local police officers. Each store that chooses to opt into the scheme commits to the purchase of a radio, which can be used to instantly alert police of any unfolding shoplifting or ASB incidents. It can also be used by the retailers to warn other stores of known shoplifters that have been seen in the area.

Additionally, member shops will also receive alerts direct from the police when shoplifting suspects are identified and when banning notices are given.

Inspector Dan Gilmore, Neighbourhood Policing Inspector for the north of the city, said: "By getting the shops to work together there is a feeling of community between those retailers and a shared purpose in reducing crime and improving conditions on the ground for staff."

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