The use of cameras emerged at an online public meeting with police chiefs in Norfolk.
Amanda Knight, who runs a website for dog owners in the area, said she was receiving emails “two or three times a week” from worried owners. Some described being approached by strangers asking if their dog was for sale, while others reported suspected thieves blowing whistles to attract dogs, she said.
Ms Knight added: “This has resulted in a tremendous amount of anxiety for these people.
“They are so worried about going out for a walk that some have even started wearing body cams.”
Norfolk Chief Constable Simon Bailey told the meeting he was a victim of dog theft in 2019. Luckily his pet was recovered.
Campaign urges vigilance for signs of child exploitation under lockdown Date published: 15 February 2021
The Children’s Society is asking the public to keep an eye out for children who may be at risk
Supermarket shoppers, delivery drivers, park rangers and bank staff are among those being urged to look out for signs of children being exploited under lockdown - including into county lines drug dealing.
The Children’s Society is calling on the public to report any concerns to the police as part of its national Look Closer Awareness Week, which launched on Monday 8 February, supported by the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) and police forces across the country including British Transport Police.
The Children’s Society is calling on the public to report any concerns to the police as part of its national Look Closer Awareness Week Supermarket shoppers, delivery drivers, park rangers and bank staff are among those being urged to look out for signs of children being exploited under lockdown - including into county lines drug dealing.
The Children’s Society is calling on the public to report any concerns to the police as part of its national Look Closer Awareness Week, which launches on Monday, supported by the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) and police forces across the country including British Transport Police.