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Greggs Guard Attacked During Croydon Bakery Theft
27 Feb
Summary
- Security guard assaulted during theft attempt at London Greggs.
- Thief repeatedly punched and kicked guard while friend stole food.
- Greggs implements new security measures due to rising thefts.
A security guard in London endured a vicious assault during a shoplifting attempt at a Greggs bakery. Footage captured the attacker repeatedly kicking and punching the guard while a companion stole a food item. The incident occurred in front of numerous shoppers, including a young family.
This event underscores a broader issue of frequent shoplifting targeting Greggs, the UK's popular bakery chain. To combat this, several stores have enhanced security measures. These include hiring bouncers, installing bank-style screens, and providing staff with body cameras capable of recording for up to 90 minutes.
Desperate thieves have reportedly created a makeshift 'black market' for Greggs products like sausage rolls and doughnuts, selling them on the streets for as little as 50 pence. This trend has led to significant losses and increased concern for staff safety across numerous locations.
