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Supermarkets Lock Chocolate in Security Boxes Amid Shoplifting Epidemic

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What specific organised criminal gangs are involved in chocolate shoplifting and how extensive are their operations?
How much financial loss are supermarkets experiencing due to chocolate theft, and what is the overall impact on the retail industry?
What are the exact methods used by criminals to resell stolen chocolate, and where are these goods being sold?
How effective are the security measures like Perspex boxes and plastic screens in reducing theft rates?
What are the legal and law enforcement challenges in prosecuting cross-border chocolate theft operations involving countries like Romania?
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