APD arrests 35 in retail crime crackdown.
Albuquerque Police conducted "Operation Sticky Fingers," a retail crime operation that resulted in the arrest of 31 offenders, the clearing of 29 warrants, and the recovery of nearly $7,000 in stolen merchandise. The operation took place in May at several big box stores in the Coronado and Cottonwood shopping areas. The department plans to conduct more operations targeting retail crime throughout the summer. Starting June 16, shoplifting suspects will be subject to a new state law that could allow for tougher penalties.