There were as many as 10 cases of Shoplifting reported near Hawksley Avenue in May, 2020.

placeholder image — There were as many as 10 cases of Shoplifting reported near Hawksley Avenue in May, 2020.

The 10 worst hot spots in Sheffield for shoplifting revealed

By Kyle Wilson

Published 1st Jul 2020, 09:47 GMT

Updated 1st Jul 2020, 09:48 GMT

Statistics provided by Police.uk confirm shoplifting has increased throughout Sheffield from 50 cases in April to 80 incidents reported in May 2020.

Below is a list of Sheffield areas worst affected by Shoplifting in May 2020.

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Finally, there were 3 more cases of shoplifting near Barber Road in May, 2020.

9. Barber Road, Crookesmoor.

Finally, there were 3 more cases of shoplifting near Barber Road in May, 2020. Photo: Google

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