Thefts involving weapons, such as knives, needles and bear spray, have risen more than five\u002Dfold since 2019, said Vancouver police.
Thefts involving weapons such as knives, needles and bear spray have risen more than five-fold since 2019, putting store owners and staff at risk.
“After a number of violent encounters, many are telling us they don’t feel safe coming to work,” said spokesman Sgt. Steve Addison. “That’s why the VPD has stepped up shoplifting enforcement.”Article content In one incident, a man and woman stole 47 pairs of pants from a Robson Street clothing store on Friday.
The man, 44, and described by police as a “chronic shoplifter” was already in breach of five court orders for previous thefts. The woman was also in violation of a court order that prohibited her from entering the store, said police.In one incident, a man brandished a weapon and made off with a box of doughnuts from a 24-hour convenience store on Sunday.Article content
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