But only around 20% of property stolen gets recovered (value). So the police actually take more than they recover, operating at a net negative. And that isn't

But only around 20% of property stolen gets recovered (value). So the police actually take more than they recover, operating at a net negative. And that isn't counting the wages of people working there yet... I realize this comparison isn't fair at all - the problem appears to be that it comes to mind at all.