Shoplifting at Eastgate Retail Park

Agreed on 28 February 2026. Updated on 18 June 2026

Community Alert: Shoplifting at Eastgate Retail Park

We’ve seen a rise in shoplifting incidents at Eastgate Retail Park. These crimes affect retailers, shoppers, and staff, and we’re taking action to address the issue.

What We’re Doing
Neighbourhood officers are:

Targeting prolific offenders causing harm in the area
Increasing high-visibility patrols
Working closely with retailers to improve reporting and share intelligence
Planning “Talk to Us” events at the location to engage with the community

How to Report Shoplifting
If you witness or are affected by shoplifting:

Call 999 if the crime is in progress
Report non-emergency incidents via https://staging.avonandsomerset.police.uk/report
Or report anonymously via https://crimestoppers-uk.org

Shoplifting Prevention Tips for Retailers

Display clear signage about CCTV and anti-theft policies
Train staff to spot suspicious behaviour and respond safely
Position staff near entrances and high-value areas
Keep displays tidy to make missing items noticeable
Restrict access to stockrooms and staff-only areas
Maintain and review CCTV systems regularly
Report all incidents, even minor ones
Share intelligence with neighbouring stores and police

Community Safety Tips
Everyone can help keep Eastgate Retail Park safe:

Stay alert while shopping
Report suspicious behaviour to store staff or police
Avoid confronting offenders — report safely and discreetly
Keep personal belongings secure and out of sight
If you feel unsafe, seek help from store staff or security
Encourage others to report incidents — even small details help

Together, we can reduce crime and keep Eastgate Retail Park safe for everyone.

Actions

18 June 2026

The Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT), as well as the Neighbourhood Tasking Team are conducting Operation Conquest – which will focus around providing high visibility patrols within Eastgate Retail Centre. In addition to this, unpredictable plain clothes patrols to deter, detect and prosecute offenders, will also be conducted.