An Ireland South MEP is calling for a zero-tolerance approach to shoplifters in Kerry.
Figures obtained by Fianna Fáil MEP, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, show there has been a 108% rise in shoplifting incidents in the county over the past 20 years.
The stats show over 700 (707) such offences were recorded in the Kerry Garda Division last year; which represented a drop of over 10% on the previous year.
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MEP Ní Mhurchú, is calling for a number of steps to be taken to tackle the issue:
