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Reality check: Perfume theft again in the duty-free — what's really going wrong at the airport

Why Duty-Free Theft Keeps Happening at Palma Airport

Small, expensive goods and busy terminals make duty-free theft difficult to prevent at Palma airport.

Published: April 22, 2026
Reality check: Perfume theft again in the duty-free — what's really going wrong at the airport

Answer

Why do thefts still happen in Palma airport duty free?

Duty-free shops in airports sell many small, expensive items that are easy to hide and quick to take. In Palma, the constant movement in the departure area also makes it harder to notice suspicious behaviour immediately. Even with cameras and security staff, prevention only works well when store layout, staffing and follow-up are coordinated.

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