Morrisons partners with Crimestoppers to introduce CCTV vans combating retail crime across the UK.
- The initiative deploys five mobile units to deter and identify criminal activities in retail settings.
- Each van is branded with Crimestoppers contact information to encourage community reporting.
- This move is part of a broader response to increased incidents of abuse and assaults in retail.
- Other retailers are implementing similar measures to enhance safety and security.
Morrisons has announced the introduction of a new fleet of CCTV vans, launched in collaboration with Crimestoppers, aimed at addressing the increasing crime rate in retail environments. This initiative marks a significant step in enhancing security measures across various locations in the UK.
These five mobile units are strategically deployed to areas with elevated crime risks, serving both as a deterrent and a tool to capture evidence of criminal activities. By featuring the Crimestoppers telephone number and website on each vehicle, Morrisons seeks to promote community involvement in reporting potential criminal activities.
Carl Probert, the corporate protection manager at Morrisons, highlighted the growth of the partnership with Crimestoppers over recent years, emphasizing the shared information and positive actions taken. “The vans can be moved to locations where there are issues of crime, to stop the incidents from continuing, or to catch those committing the crime on camera so that the relevant action can be taken.”
The deployment of these CCTV vans comes at a time when retail worker abuse has risen significantly, with reports indicating that incidents have nearly doubled compared to pre-COVID-19 levels. In response, other major retailers such as Tesco and Waitrose are also enhancing their security measures. Tesco is equipping its staff with body cameras, while Waitrose has introduced complimentary coffees for police officers to encourage regular store visits.
These efforts reflect a broader trend among retailers to combat the escalating crime rates and ensure a safer shopping environment for both employees and customers.
Morrisons’ initiative underscores a proactive approach to retail crime prevention, enhancing safety through strategic community partnerships.
