GPS tags to hunt burglars and cut theft Burglars, thieves and robbers released from prison will be made to wear GPS tags to track their movements in a world first scheme to crack down on neighbourhood criminals. From: GPS satellites to monitor offenders 24 hours a day for up to 12 months Scheme launches in six police force areas with further 13 to follow in the Autumn With more than half of those convicted of theft and burglary reoffending within a year and almost 80% of cases resulting in no suspect being identified, this will be a vital extra source of intelligence to help police catch these persistent offenders.