MORE THAN 40% OF AMERICANS ADMIT TO SHOPLIFTING

Matt Case - June 12th, 2024 - 6:19am PDT 

Survey Reveals Nearly Half of Americans Admit to Shoplifting

New York  — Nearly half of American adults have admitted to shoplifting, according to a recent survey. The study reveals that over 40 percent of U.S. adults confess to stealing merchandise from stores at some point in their lives. Moreover, 60 percent say they know someone who has engaged in shoplifting.

The survey highlights a notable gender disparity in shoplifting behavior, with women more likely than men to commit the offense. Financial hardship emerges as the primary motivation behind these acts, as individuals struggle to make ends meet amid economic pressures.

As authorities and retailers grapple with the implications of these findings, the data underscores the need for addressing the underlying economic issues driving individuals to steal.