Shoplifting goes viral: Southern UK shops fight theft with social media

Retailers in the south of England are posting CCTV footage of alleged shoplifters on social media to deter theft, a tactic that has won local support and helped some identify suspects, while Dorset Police promotes online reporting and policymakers explore tougher penalties and tech tools; with only about one in five shoplifting offences resulting in charges, the debate over how best to curb the crime continues.