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Radio 4,01 Feb 2024,53 mins

Squats and Shoplifting

You and Yours

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Shoplifting has reached crisis point for many UK retailers. Losses in 2023 totalled more than a billion pounds. These aren't opportunists upping their game but rather mobile organised crime gangs. Shari Vahl stumbles on their operation in Luton and discovers the crucial role that 'squats' play in their crimes. PRESENTER: SHARI VAHL PRODUCER: KEVIN MOUSLEY

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