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People are only just realising something funny about virtually every Home Bargains store – and it’s blowing their minds
HE'S a staple of virtually every Home Bargains store.
But have you ever looked at the policeman sticker on the front window of the shop and wondered what its purpose is?
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Well, one confused shopper did, and took to Reddit to ask if anyone knew what the sticker was for.
"Still not knowing why every Home Bargains shop has a police officer stuck onto the door," he wrote.
People quickly flooded him with answers, with one writing: "They’re supposed to deter crime."
"The thing is he looks like the least threatening police officer ever. I'm not sure how effective he would be as a deterrent," another mused.
"I call him officer ignorance!" a third joked.
"Hasn't told me off for it yet so I think in in the clear."
But others insisted that the stickers have actually been proven to be a crime deterrent.
"These are surprising effective. And I'm not joking," one wrote.
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As another added: "Would it amuse you to know these actually have a deterrent effect and measurably reduce shoplifting after installation?
"Because they do and personally I love it."
Next to the policeman is usually a notice which reads: "Welcome to Home Bargains.
"We work closely with the local police to prevent crime and ensure the safety of our customers and staff."
Meanwhile, there were a fair few people who had been caught out by the policeman sticker - thinking it was a real person.
"I always think the person is real when I see these haha," one wrote.
As another added: "I hate winter purely for the reason that when I'm going to the gym at 4:30am and it's pitch dark the single street lamp lights this guy up and gives me a jump every time."
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