Police Interceptors: Taking Down the Shoplifting Gangs Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2

Airdate: 2026-Mar-02

Episode summary:

Detectives in Cheshire investigate a prolific international criminal gang responsible for stealing £160,000 worth of premium goods from Asda over 81 raids, distracting security as they hit stores across the country. Police use ANPR to trace their vehicles and close in on the group. In Preston, a man is held for shop theft, possession of a weapon and affray, with police racing to secure evidence before the 24-hour deadline, while Operation Vulture launches a day of action to disrupt and arrest the most wanted shop thieves.

About Police Interceptors: Taking Down the Shoplifting Gangs series:

Officers tackle the thieves terrorising supermarkets and shops, with organised international crime groups stealing eye-watering amounts in increasi...Show more >