‘This is going to get interesting,’ say buyers of new anti-theft measure with $1,000 fine – not just for shoplifters

STORES have been targeted by a new law that will significantly increase their risk of punishment if they are caught.

It was announced Tuesday that both shoplifters and anyone assisting in the crime can now be charged with a crime if they steal something worth $1,000 or more in Mississippi.

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Many buyers were excited about the project’s official entry into law.

“Come on, Mississippi! Tennessee needs to take notes,” one person commented on a recent YouTube video from the local Fox affiliate WHBQ.

“I wonder why Memphis doesn’t implement similar policies,” another person wrote.

However, a third person mentioned how this leaves room for criminals to commit more petty crimes.

“So there’s no law for petty theft? This is going to get interesting!!!”

The new law was seen as a way to combat organized retail crime, including burglary and seizure.

“Do not come to Desoto County because if you do, you will be arrested and held accountable,” Senator Michael of Mississippi told the station.

Breakdowns and seizures often involve multiple people stealing from a retailer at the same time, making it more difficult to catch them all.

However, with this new law, there are greater repercussions for the issue.

This was the idea of ​​DeSoto County mayors who sought to crack down on rampant theft.

Mayor Allen Latimer reportedly urged city leaders to approve the project.

“If someone is part of a shoplifting operation, say one person or 100, and the value of the theft is over $1,000, then every person involved in that crime can be prosecuted as a felony,” McLendon said.

‘THEY DON’T FEEL SAFE’

Theft has been a huge problem across the country.

Shoplifting in Long Island, New York is said to have seen a huge increase, reaching a 20% increase, according to News day.

This has prompted retailers to implement new anti-theft measures, including locking items, to deter thieves.

However, the theft has gotten so bad that it is starting to affect employees and future hires.

“I’ve actually sometimes witnessed some robberies when I’ve been at the local grocery store,” said LaShawn Lukes, president of the Hempstead Chamber of Commerce.

“So I know the impact on the community is difficult, especially for small business owners because they are losing inventory.”

“…Also, it’s a two-sided situation because right now it’s difficult [hire] employees because they don’t feel safe.”

Authorities and retail analysis blame staff shortages, self-checkout services and the rising cost of living for the rise in robberies.