An increase in shoplifting at major shopping precincts in Launceston has prompted police to step up high visibility patrols across the city.
Police have increased foot patrols in response to a 30 percent increase in the crime on the same time last year.
They’ve focused their efforts around Launceston’s CBD – particularly the west side which they say has been a recent hotspot.
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Other precincts include Mowbray and Kings Meadows.
Police are urging any businesses impacted by criminal activity to contact them.
