Man arrested in Hamilton as part of Police Scotland operation
He was then due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court the following day, July 18.
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Operation Dynos is a major initiative targeting retail crime and associated criminal networks.
It focuses on disrupting organised crime groups that recruit and exploit vulnerable young people, particularly in the theft and resale of goods such as alcohol to fund further illegal activity in the west of Scotland.
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Detective Inspector Vicki Douglas, who leads the operation, said: 'Retail crime is not victimless and in fact, what we've seen are some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities being actively recruited and indoctrinated into the theft and resale of goods from stores in the region by organised criminals for their financial gain.
'We are committed to tackling retail crime, while at the same time safeguarding young people from harm and coercion into criminal behaviour.
'Operation Dynos will continue to gather evidence and utilise all resources at our disposal to bring these individuals to justice.
'Meanwhile, our colleagues within the Retail Crime Taskforce will work alongside retailers to help enhance security measures and ensure all aspects of crime prevention are considered.'
Operation Dynos is supported by [[Police Scotland]]'s Retail [[Crime]] Taskforce, which was established with £3 million in Scottish Government funding for 2025/26.
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