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As reported on the News & Star website, a mother took her son on a “professional shoplifting expedition” to try and pay back some of her debts.

Ashley Winn took her severely autistic 20-year-old son with her as she embarked on a thieving spree at a branch of B&M Bargains.

According to the Birmingham Live website, a shoplifting suspect was arrested by a vigilant off-duty Worcestershire police officer, showing they are never off duty.

PC Danny Fulford was shopping at an M&S when he saw a person acting suspiciously in the food hall, and tried to leave with stolen property.

The Ipswich Star website reports that counterfeit perfume was seized from an opportunistic street trader in Ipswich, prompting police to warn shoppers about fake goods.

Officers spotted the trader selling the fragrances – which included fakes of brands such as Ralph Lauren – from a bag in the town centre.

The Mirror website reports that Chinese crime gangs are behind a fake Aussie wine scam in the UK, according to experts.

Phoney versions of the Yellow Tail brand – including Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Grigio – have been found in shops across the country.

According to the Edinburgh Live website, a crime-hit shopkeeper is getting tough with the thieves after a spike in shoplifting during coronavirus pandemic.

Ferhan Ashiq estimates costs to his shop in stolen goods have rocketed over the last year and is posting CCTV of suspects online.

The BBC News website reports that a member of Santander’s anti-fraud team has been jailed for selling customers’ details in a £90,000 scam.

Bilal Abbas helped conmen buy Rolex watches and extravagant luxury holidays using stolen account details, leaving unsuspecting businesses out of pocket.