Bodega owners are
beginning to add chains and locks to their shelves due to an increase in thefts
in New York City.
Members of the United
Bodegas of America held a news conference in University
Heights to address the issue.
"When
the people really need anything for their family. We're always open to give a
credit or even give it to them. So, we know those are not the people that come
into the store to steal something," said Radhames Rodriguez, president of
United Bodegas of America.
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12’s Samantha Chaney joined bodega owners as they voiced their concerns and
plans for the newly added locks and chains.