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Supermarket crime increases by nearly 60% over past year, report shows (i.stuff.co.nz)
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Almost like the cost of living is unachievable for those on the lowest wages.

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 2 years ago (8 children)

“We know many offenders are targeting premium cuts of meat, health and beauty products and alcohol and we know the biggest problem is repeat offending,” he said.

I know some people are struggling, but someone doing this is likely doing it to resell the items. It's not like they're stealing bread.

[–] [email protected] -3 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (2 children)

Hardly anyone steals from the grocery store to resell. People stealing at the grocery store are your neighbors. They're not happy about it. This is just something to make yourself feel better.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Oh great, you again.

[–] [email protected] -3 points 2 years ago

I'm gonna go steal four steaks.

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