Supermarket theft is rapidly on the rise, costing the industry hundreds of millions of dollars annually. The crime wave is not just hitting Australia – it’s proving to be a major global issue as cost-of-living pressures bite and organised crime gangs seize opportunities. To fight back, Australian retail giants Coles and Woolworths are spending big on prevention measures, including new technology such as trolley locks and smart gates that can tell if someone is leaving the store without paying.
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