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New £30m High Street Crime Unit Launches to Combat Gangs
The UK government announced a £30 million High Street organized crime unit to target illegal activities linked to shops, following a BBC investigation. The National Crime Agency (NCA) will receive £20 million of the funding and allocate 75 new police officers to key regions including Greater Manchester, West Midlands, Essex, and Kent. The government estimates that £1 billion of criminal cash is laundered annually through High Street stores. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood highlighted plans for extensive law enforcement actions, including shop raids and extended closure orders for criminal businesses.
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Pokémon Cards Surge in Value Sparks £40K Smash and Grab Crime
A rise in the value of Pokémon cards has led to a series of smash-and-grab robberies at collectible shops across the UK. Celestial Collectibles in Warrington reported a theft of approximately £40,000 worth of stock. Recent auctions have seen total Pokémon asset sales exceed £1.5 million, further highlighting their value. The growing interest in these collectibles has attracted criminal activity, prompting increased police attention and cooperation across regions.
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