Fed up with constant shoplifting at her CityLux Boutique stores in Vancouver and Toronto, owner Sunan Spriggs has taken matters into her own hands. Tired of reporting theft to the police with little success, Spriggs has started posting blurred pictures of the thieves online as a warning. The message is clear: return the stolen merchandise or face the consequences of having your face revealed to the public.
This bold move by Spriggs has already begun to yield results, with some thieves presumably feeling the pressure to do the right thing and return the stolen items. It’s a risky gamble, but one that Spriggs feels is necessary in order to protect her business and send a message to potential shoplifters.
In an interview, Spriggs explained that she has reached a breaking point with the rampant theft occurring in her stores. By taking action and publicly shaming those responsible, she hopes to not only deter future theft but also hold accountable those who have already stolen from her.
The decision to go public with the photos of the thieves demonstrates Spriggs’ frustration with the current system and her determination to take matters into her own hands. As the blurred images circulate online, it serves as a warning to other potential shoplifters that their actions will not go unnoticed or unpunished.
As Spriggs continues to fight back against shoplifting in her stores, it remains to be seen whether this unconventional approach will be enough to put an end to the ongoing theft. But one thing is clear – she is not backing down without a fight.
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Video “”I will make you famous”: Fed up with shoplifting, BC Business owner posts thieves' photos online” was uploaded on 02/19/2025 to Youtube Channel Global News