Report a shoplifting incident
Call 999 if
- someone's in danger
- the incident is happening now
- the suspect's still there
What this form is for
Use this form if:
- the shop is in Scotland
- something was stolen or someone tried to steal something
- you saw it happen, or you're reporting for someone else who saw it
When to call 101
Call 101 to report the incident if:
- it involved another offence (hate crime, threats, or assaults on staff)
- you think someone involved may be under 12
Report online
Use our online form to report shoplifting or attempted shoplifting.
Report shoplifting with our form
When you submit your form
You'll get a reference number when you submit the form.
We'll then email you with next steps.
How we use and store your data
When you report an incident, we collect and user your personal details to deal with your report.
We will:
- store it securely
- only allow access to staff who need it
- keep it only as long as needed or legally required
- share it with other justice organisations if required by law
How long we keep your data depends on your report type.
Learn more about how we use your data