Dorset Police officers in Weymouth and Portland say shoplifting is being targeted during summer patrols. Two people were arrested and charged in Chickerell after reports of thefts from the Co-op and Aldi. Police say they were found with a number of stolen goods. Officers say action will be taken regardless of the value of items stolen.
Dorset Police officers in Weymouth and Portland say shoplifting is being targeted during summer patrols.
Two people were arrested and charged in Chickerell after reports of thefts from the Co-op and Aldi.
Police say they were found with a number of stolen goods.
Officers say action will be taken regardless of the value of items stolen.
Businesses are being encouraged to continue reporting shoplifting offences.

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