While shoplifting thefts in Falkirk have risen sharply, the detection rate has fallen slightly
The latest Police Performance report presented to Falkirk Council 's Scrutiny Committee today showed there were 1032 shoplifting incidents reported between April 2023 and March this year. Read more: Falkirk councillor suspended for two months after disclosing confidential information
The report highlights some successes, such as when a spike of thefts from Grangemouth shops earlier this year was ended by a community police officer. The report also highlighted the success of Operation Christmas in Falkirk Town Centre, where local repeat offenders were also identified and arrested.
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