Police chief’s advice that the public should confront shoplifters is branded ‘complete and utter idiocy’ by former Scotland Yard expert who warns it will INCREASE crime

August 13, 2025

Matthew Barber, the PCC for Thames Valley said tackling thieves was not just a job for police and criticised onlookers for simply filming instances of crime.

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