The Chronicle reports -- the automatic gates at the Safeway on Market Street-- quickly close behind customers.
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The gates prevent would-be thieves from running out with shopping carts filled with items.
Barriers were also added around the self-checkout area, funneling customers out through one exit.
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This Safeway used to be open 24 hours.
But last month, it started closing at 9 p.m. due to increased shoplifting there.