Event Brief
Chocolate Locked in Anti-Theft Boxes Amid Theft Surge
Filed: Feb 23, 2026 at 8:04 PM ET
Summary: Retailers in the UK are locking chocolate bars in boxes due to rising thefts, with criminals targeting them to sell.
WHO: Retailers, Police Forces, Association of Convenience Stores
WHAT: Chocolate bars being stolen and sold on by criminals
WHEN: Feb 23, 2026 at 7:07 PM ET
WHERE: London
WHY: To prevent thefts of chocolate bars being targeted by criminals
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