We received a letter from the Magistrates Court advising that a person accused of stealing from the business has completed the conditions of their Diversion Plan:
- Donation of $100 to Make A Wish.
- Continuing counselling.
- To be of good behaviour.
While I appreciate the court advising us of this, I would like to know if the Diversion Plan worked over the long term. I’d like a trigger in the court system advising us of any conviction or Diversion Plan in the future.
The impact on any retail business of theft can be considerable and long-term beyond the financial cost of stolen stock or cash. Knowing the system works could help us have more confidence in the system.
We had some encouraging news yesterday.
After spending up on a descent CCTV system and reporting 4 thefts to police we were informed that one of the perpetrators had been identified and they would prosecute.
Whilst we probably won’t get our money or stock back it is great to actually catch a crook.