What happened: London gangs are recruiting children to steal iPhones, offering up to £380 via Snapchat. The Metropolitan Police have introduced drones and electric bikes to better pursue suspects.
Why it matters:
- Increased use of technology by criminals targets vulnerable youths for theft.
- New police tools aim to improve public safety and reduce smartphone robberies.
MNN Take: The Met’s deployment of drones and ebikes reflects efforts to adapt policing methods to modern crime tactics involving social media and fast escapes.
Sources: Guardian UK