In theory... How would one go about this?

How would one start prosecuting these shoplifters instead of turning a blind eye to criminal behavior?

Asking for a friend.

How about not?

You want advice on how to be a [b]thief[/b]?

Solution oriented thinking!

Buy the store and have it lifted! There! The shop was shoplifted!

Avoiding any legalities! 🙃😁

Prison wallet.
No one wants to check your prison wallet.

I’m not a thief, so I can’t imagine. 😶