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Markets and farm shops among targets of organised crime gangs, say experts

Markets and farm shops among targets of organised crime gangs, say experts



Smoked salmon, artisan cheese and fine wine among food and drink lost by European outlets Small food producers are increasingly being targeted by organised crime gangs and rogue industry insiders looking to exploit national and global supply chain challenges , according to food crime experts.The warning comes after several food businesses in the UK and continental Europe revealed how they had lost hundreds of thousands of pounds in scams where thieves apparently posed as legitimate buyers. Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/nov/09/markets-farm-shops-rising-food-theft-europe

Author : David Batty

Publish date : 2024-11-09 07:00:42

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