A week-long national campaign to prevent and detect business crime has led to a series of successful convictions across Sussex, with multiple prolific shoplifters jailed and others handed strict Criminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs).
Held from 17–21 March, the first-ever Business Crime Reduction Partnership (BCRP) Week saw Sussex Police teams carry out high-visibility patrols, engage with retailers, and target repeat offenders across the county.
Chief Inspector Andy Nicklin, business crime lead for East Sussex, said:
“Prolific offenders cause the most harm to businesses, and we are resolute in our efforts to tackle business crime and support retailers.”
Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne added that the BCRPs are vital to building public confidence and improving communication between retailers and law enforcement.
