A man has been caught on CCTV stealing a bottle of milk from a Plymouth doorstep — a crime that says a lot about British life in 2025.
The footage was captured just after 3 am this morning on Trelawney Avenue in the St Budeaux area.
It showed the individual walking up to a home and quietly stealing the milk that had just been delivered.
The homeowner posted on Facebook asking for help identifying the person in the video.
The milk thief in action. © Plymouth Plus
With food prices continuing to climb and families across Plymouth feeling the squeeze, even the simplest household staples are starting to feel like luxuries.
It's easy to laugh at a stolen pint of milk. But for many, this video also reflects a sad truth.
Times are tough. And whether this was an opportunistic act or something more desperate, it’s a reminder of how the cost of living crisis is affecting everyday lives.
If you recognise the person in the footage, or have any information, please contact us confidentially.
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