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flag Proposed citizen arrest expansions risk more harm, say police and retailers, citing lack of training and unclear force rules amid rising retail crime.

flag Police and retail groups warn that proposed expansions to citizen’s arrests and retailer detentions under the Crimes Act could increase risks of injury, death, and legal chaos due to lack of training and unclear use-of-force standards. flag They argue such powers may escalate violence, conflict with health and safety laws, and expose staff to danger, especially given rising retail crime—now over 11,000 incidents monthly—costing $2.6 billion annually. flag Despite calls for stronger laws, critics say improved security and policing are more effective than empowering civilians to detain suspects.

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