Crackdown on shoplifters in Edinburgh's Gorgie area as police arrest dozens and recover almost £3000 of goods
Multiple people were arrested in connection with shoplifting and theft offences
Police have recovered almost £3,000 worth of items after a shoplifting operation in Gorgie.
Local officers joined with the Retail Crime Task Force throughout June to tackle shoplifting in the neighbourhood.
During this period, seven people were arrested and charged in connection with 50 shoplifting offences and outstanding warrants.
A further 24 people were charged in connection with theft and were issued banning notices from local shops and stores.
Officers also recovered stock believed to be worth £2,800.
Local Community Inspector Paul Begley said: “The Retail Crime Task Force and local officers are committed to working with retailers, partners and the public to tackle shoplifting and theft.”
Anyone with any information relating to shoplifting or the resale of stolen property is asked to report this to the police or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.