Shop thefts in the Yate area

Agreed on 12 June 2025. Updated on 6 January 2026

Patrols and action taken around shop thefts in the Yate area. Targeted patrols to support local shop workers and security, and taking action against offenders.

Actions

6 January 2026

Yate NPT are aware of an increase in retail thefts for local businesses and are working to bring the offenders to justice. Please refer back soon for an update on this.

However, in December the Yate Beat Managers arrested a male for shops thefts and breach of CBO in the Yate area. He is due in court in January 2026.
9 September 2025

Male has been issued with a Criminal Behaviour Order in relation to shop thefts.
25 June 2025

Work is continuing to manage on-going reports of shoplifting in the area. A male has recently been arrested and is due in court in July for sentencing.