Question

Using your textbook, answer the following questions;

11. What are the five types of shoplifters?

12. Burglary victims often struggle ____________________ afterward.

13. What is the most common weapon used in an armed robbery?

14. When burglary tools are found at a crime scene, they most often will be similar to;

Circumstantial real

Answer 1

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11.

There are generally considered to be five distinct groups:

The professional

The professional shoplifter steals as a living, either working alone or in small groups. This is one of the hardest shoplifters to spot but usually targets popular consumer goods with a high resale value.

Crime Prevention NSW notes professional shoplifters may case a store well in advance of a theft.

The opportunist

An amateur shoplifter, the opportunist is likely to steal something just because they can, targeting goods that aren’t secured or monitored adequately. This shoplifter may even be a regular customer, who feels entitled to a discount due to their ongoing, repeat clientele.

The impoverished

The impoverished shoplifter steals out of need, but despite their disadvantaged socio economic situation may still be hard to pick.

The drug user/addict

This shoplifter steals to feed a habit either re-selling the items they take or attempting to return them for a financial refund.

The thrill seeker

Usually egged on by a dare, the thrill seeker tends to steal on a whim and as part of a group. Teenagers often fall into this category.

12. Emotionally

The impact of burglary isn’t just financial; it can also have a significant impact on your emotional well-being and sense of security.

13. Firearm

14. Circumstantial