Fighting crime: Day of action across Hesse against theft in retail



To raise awareness about the dangers of shoplifting and pickpocketing and to provide prevention tips, the Hessian police and the Trade Association of Hesse organized a day of action throughout Hesse for the first time. (symbolic photo)
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police and retailer wants to mobilize together against shoplifting, pickpocketing and fraudulent theft this Friday with the first day of action throughout Hesse. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, 116 retail stores and supermarkets across the country are taking part in the campaign. Officially started, Interior Minister Roman Poseck (CDU) visited a shopping center in Fulda (10 am).

Inside and in front of stores taking part in the campaign, police officers are keen to provide valuable tips to consumers at information stands. This day of action is a cornerstone of cooperation between the Ministry of Home Affairs and trade associations Hesse to combat shoplifting.

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