Shoplifting and Other Types of Petit Larceny in New York City

Authors

Jeffrey A. Butts, CUNY John Jay CollegeFollow
Richard A. Espinobarros, CUNY John Jay College

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

Spring 4-14-2023

Abstract

This data brief from the Research and Evaluation Center at John Jay College of Criminal Justice highlights recent trends in petit larceny in New York City, based on the latest police crime data. Thefts involving items valued under $1,000 have increased by 50% since 2006 and 29% since 2019. Between 2019 and 2022, incidents at major commercial retailers rose sharply by 53%, with drug stores and chain stores experiencing some of the most dramatic increases. While some types of petit larceny had been in decline prior to 2019, many surged again in the years following. These patterns suggest shifting dynamics in retail theft and property crime, potentially influenced by social and economic disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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