Image: RCMP / Photo of items seized during a one-day bust at Guildford Town Centre targeting shoplifters.

By Don Mitchell

Shoplifters arrested

Shoplifters busted in Surrey set tone for ‘robust’ police presence ahead of holiday shopping season: RCMP

Oct 25, 2024 | 4:03 PM

SURREY – An RCMP operation in which two dozen alleged shoplifters were arrested at a Surrey mall is spearheading a drive to keep retail spaces safe during the upcoming holiday shopping season.

Surrey RCMP say 17 charges for theft under $5,000, among other offenses, were recommended following a “Boost and Bust” operation at Guildford Town Centre on Monday.

Investigators report that approximately $6,500 in stolen goods were recovered, leading to the arrests and the issuance of warrants for three other individuals.

Additionally, three weapons, including knives and pepper spray, were seized.

Surrey RCMP North Community Response Unit (CRU) conducted a one-day project of boost & bust at Guildford Town Centre and arrested 25 individuals for shoplifting. https://t.co/Vt5mRUtR4H pic.twitter.com/upWL63o4TE

— Surrey RCMP (@SurreyRCMP) October 25, 2024

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In a statement, Surrey RCMP Staff Sgt. Nigel Pronger said the bust was part of a campaign that will see more officers monitoring local shopping centers amid the approaching holiday season.

“Police will have a robust presence in and around our shopping centers, with both uniformed and covert operations,” Pronger stated on Friday.

“Those who choose to commit crimes face a real risk of arrest and the subsequent legal consequences of their actions.”

The Guildford Town Centre initiative on Oct. 21 enlisted the RCMP’s Community Response Unit, a Delta Police support team, mall security, and nine retailers.