A new facial recognition programme is being piloted by retailers and the Metropolitan Police to curb shoplifting.
According to the Met, the programme is designed to rapidly identify suspects, and allows retailers to submit reports and CCTV footage to the police force instantly.
The force said that where clear CCTV is provided, officers can identify around 80% of suspects by running images through facial recognition software and crime databases.
Eleven of the top 20 retailers are already piloting the platform in the capital, with more than 480 arrests having been made, according to the police force.
It also reported that, since the rollout, more than one in five cases are being solved, well above the Met average of 14%.
Commenting on the trial, the Metropolitan Police's Deputy Commissioner, Matt Jukes, said the technology gives officers "a much clearer picture of offending and helping build stronger cases", adding: "Strong partnership with retailers is essential. When crimes are reported promptly and CCTV is shared quickly, officers can take decisive action."
Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan said: “Backed by record funding from City Hall, we’re redoubling our efforts to crack down on shoplifting and antisocial behaviour across London.
"Advances in technology are a real game changer - allowing retailers and shop staff to report shoplifting incidents remotely using digital platforms and send evidence such as CCTV footage in real-time to help police identify culprits, make arrests, and secure prosecutions."
