According to the mayor's office, with the exception of 2020, the total number of citywide shoplifting complaints has increased year over year since 2018, with the largest increase, 44%, taking place from 2021 to 2022.

NYC Mayor Adams rolls out plan to crack down on shoplifting

By News on the Net -- abc 7NY——Bio and Archives--May 21, 2023

NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- Citing a dramatic rise in shoplifting over the past five years, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has unveiled a plan to crack down on retail theft in the city.

The plan includes a new, streamlined way for stores to report shoplifting to the NYPD; establishes a neighborhood retail watch program; and creates specialized task force to respond to shoplifting incidents. ---More...

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