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Jul 19, 2026 3 min

Swarming shoplifting trend terrorises retail workers

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A dangerous shoplifting trend called 'swarming' is escalating across Australia, where large groups of teenagers ambush retail stores, outnumbering workers and fleeing with stolen goods. Bottle shops, electronics stores and supermarkets are being targeted, with some businesses forced to lock their doors to prevent attacks. The trend is being driven by social media, with young offenders filming their exploits, while retail workers face frightening situations and employers struggle to balance security with customer accessibility.

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