Tesco checking customers receipts after reports of stealing
It's only expected to be a temporary measure
A Tesco supermarket in Rotherham is checking the receipts of every customer after a spate of shoplifting.
In a notice posted in the shop, it admitted it was an "unusual move" but would "help people feel safer".
Customers visiting the supermarket in Drummond Street are being asked to show their receipt to prove they've paid for their shopping.
In a statement, a Tesco spokesperson said “We’re currently asking customers shopping at our Rotherham Extra Store to show their receipt to colleagues as they leave the store after some recent incidents of theft. We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused.”
The notice read: "We're making some changes in our store and wanted to let you know in advance...
"From Tuesday 12th October, we will be asking all customers to produce their receipt for goods purchased when leaving the store.
"We know this may sound a little unusual, but we genuinely believe this is the right thing to do for our regular customers.
"We've listened to lots of customer feedback over the last 6 months and the biggest thing people speak about is wanting to feel safer in the area and our store."
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