Today's news includes a brazen claim from a self-proclaimed professional shoplifter, rising insurance costs in Prague due to crime, and disruptions to driving tests caused by application outages.
Shoplifter Blames Retailers for Success
A woman identifying herself as Sarah claims to be a professional shoplifter, allegedly making £5,000 per day. She states she is "very rarely" caught by police and has never been charged. Her controversial claim is that retailers are to blame for her success, citing inadequate security measures.
“If shops go out of business that's not my fault,” Sarah reportedly said. “They should have better security.”
This stance has sparked debate, with many criticizing her lack of accountability and the potential impact of shoplifting on local businesses. The rise of organized retail crime is a growing concern for businesses worldwide.
Prague Residents Face Higher Insurance Premiums
Residents of Prague may soon see a significant increase in their property insurance costs. This increase is directly linked to the rising crime rates in the city, particularly incidents of theft and burglary.
According to recent reports, insurance companies are adjusting their premiums to reflect the increased risk. The rate at which the police solve these crimes also plays a significant role in determining insurance prices.
“People in Prague may pay more for property insurance than residents in other towns," stated a recent business report.
eTests Application Outages Disrupt Driving Schools
Aspiring drivers in Prague faced unexpected challenges this week as outages in the eTests application disrupted driving school tests. The outages prevented some applicants from completing the theoretical portion of their driver's license exams.
Vít Hofman, spokesperson for Prague City Hall, confirmed the disruptions, stating that some individuals were unable to take the test due to the technical issues. The situation has caused frustration and delays for many seeking to obtain their driver's licenses.
Authorities are working to resolve the technical problems and reschedule affected exams as quickly as possible.
In other news, rail service between Rumburk and Mladá Boleslav was suspended after a train struck rocks placed on the tracks near Česká Lípa. Police are investigating the incident. Also, a story highlights a woman named Tereza who successfully built her own modern log cabin near Prague, overcoming challenges with craftsmen and authorities.