‘Radio security link behind 30% fall in shoplifting’

Gardaí believe a 30% drop in shoplifting in Cork City centre can be credited to a new radio system being used by security personnel at a number of stores.

Sgt Tony Davis, the city’s crime prevention officer, said there was no doubt the radio link allowed for far greater co-operation between shops and gardaí, with the result that it was deterring known shoplifters.

The Cork City Radio Link is operated by 22 stores in the city centre, 17 in Mahon and four in Blackpool, all through the Cork Business Association (CBA).