Episode 16:.

In this episode of Retail Crime Uncovered, Emmeline talks to the hugely knowledgeable and experienced Detective Chief Superintendent Jim Taylor about the business and policing partnership dubbed ‘Operation Pegasus’. As a key part of the UK government’s approach to tackling serious organised retail crime, Jim explains the importance of sharing data and intelligence to target the most serious and networked offenders. This is compelling listening for any country or location looking to establish similar policing units and strategies to tackle high-harm retail crime.

Episode 15:.

In this episode Emmeline speaks to Sekura Global about the trends in crime they are seeing internationally and how their bespoke solutions are driving positive results. Emmeline caught up with Roxanne Christenson, Director of Accounts for the North America region and Laeticia Bourcier, Senior Account Manager, France. These two different markets highlight the need for understanding the local context and expression of criminal activity as well as risk mitigation solutions that recognise cultural differences.

Episode 14:.

“There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies and statistics” said the former UK Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli. How do we know which sources of crime data are reliable and credible – and does it matter if they attract the desired attention to crime across the sector?

In this episode Emmeline outlines the ‘dark figure of crime’ and draws upon some examples of industry surveys that have been conducted to fill the gap between police recorded crime figures and actual rates of crime. The episode ends with 6 key takeaways on how to use, interpret, and advance the data pool that the industry relies on.

Episode 13:.

Farrah McNutt is an inspiring entrepreneur and founder of Catch a Thief. Her company uses a mix of methods to identify repeat offenders and build evidence. As a former shoplifter in her teenage years, she brings real world experience on tackling retail crime. In this episode Emmeline and Farrah talk about the latest retail crime trends, the importance of tech solutions, and a shared love of curry!

Episode 12:.

Emmeline is in conversation with Paul Gerrard, Campaigns and Public Affairs Director for the Co-op Group, about the pioneering campaign work under the Safer Colleagues, Safer Communities initiative – this is how you drive meaningful change! The Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer co-operatives, owned by millions of members. It is the UK’s fifth biggest food retailer with more than 2,500 local, convenience and medium-sized stores.

Episode 11:.

In this episode Emmeline explores the notion that theft has been decriminalised in the UK. The official figures do not make for a palatable listen. Emmeline outlines why now is the time to act to turn the tide on the shoplifting epidemic. To understand the importance of early intervention in what might be considered ‘petty theft’ as someone starts their offending career, she talks to a former prolific offender about her experiences from having a full-time job at a top hairdressing salon to a life of crime and addiction.