Shoplifting Soars Amid Economic Strain | Oakland News

Thirty percent of Americans admit to shoplifting—up from 23% last year—with Gen Z and millennials leading the trend. Driven by inflation and economic pressure, people are stealing food, clothes, and toiletries, especially from grocery and dollar stores. Most haven’t been caught, but those who are face warnings—or worse. It’s not about getting rich; it’s about survival—and the fallout can be devastating, locking people out of jobs and housing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/67f9b64acfd427d2