A new report revealing the habits of shoplifters has found that stores actually make it easier for them to steal, according to Martin Gill, former Professor of Criminology at the University of Leicester. Shoplifters across three continents have been filmed by academic researchers for the first time as they recreated their crimes.The report focussed particular attention on what is called the “decision circle”, the six key stages at which thieves make decisions about their stealing: 1. Choosing the store; 2. Entering the store; 3. Locating the product; 4. Concealing the product; 5. Leaving the store; 6. Disposing of the goods.
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