Stolen gum used as 'small change' in Romania

New Zealand Herald Sunday 26th February, 2012

Chewing-gum theft has become big business for gangs that smuggle the confectionery across Europe to be used as a substitute for cash on the streets of Romania. Prosecutors in Britain say the bizarre crime wave is now a problem in cities across the country, with thousands of pounds' worth of gum stolen from shops. The Crown Prosecution Service said those caught will face the full force of the law, including jail. Police believe gangs have identified a soft target in stores, where large amounts of stock are routinely left on shelves.

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