Increase in shoplifter detection

That is the proportion of commercial crime offender which is being detected in the town’s shops.

Inspector John Allen, of the local PSNI said: “Shoplifting is still occurring in Ballymena but I am pleased to say that detection rates remain high, with eight out of 10 shoplifters being caught.

“This is due to the co-operation between the Town Centre Retailers Against Crime Partnership, the Ballymena Council CCTV operators and the Police. Please report any suspicious activity immediately to shop staff,” he said.