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retail-crime1 year ago•9 min saved

Retailers' Anti-Theft Tactics Raise Costs for Shoppers

Retailers are increasingly using police-like investigation centers and sophisticated surveillance technology to combat organized retail crime, leading to higher prices for consumers and raising privacy concerns. These efforts often involve extensive collaboration with law enforcement, as retailers provide significant evidence for criminal prosecutions. However, civil liberties advocates warn about the potential infringement on privacy, and there is ongoing debate about the effectiveness and fairness of these measures.

via CNN|

#consumer-prices #law-enforcement #organized-crime

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

"CHP Task Force Recovers $300,000 in Stolen Legos, 4 Suspects Arrested"

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) arrested four individuals in Los Angeles and Orange counties for their involvement in stealing over $300,000 worth of Legos from stores like Target, Home Depot, and Lowe's, and selling them to fences for profit. The suspects were booked on theft and conspiracy charges, and the CHP's retail crime task force, which has been addressing a rise in store thefts, made the bust.

via KABC-TV|

#chp #crime #legos

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

"Rising Crime Forces Retail Manager to Threaten Exit and MTA to Sue Mall Giant in Fulton Center"

Newly surfaced videos show brazen thieves stealing cash from a Fulton Transit Center bubble tea shop, as the retail giant that runs the hub threatens to leave over rising crime. The videos depict incidents of theft and security issues, with the retail manager citing homeless people, street hustlers, and vandalism as ongoing problems. The MTA, as the landlord, is accused of failing to provide adequate security in the complex, which sees up to 300,000 straphangers pass through each day.

via New York Post |

#crime #fulton-transit-center #mta

retail-crime1 year ago•5 min saved

"Charges Filed Against Two Men for Apple Store Thefts in East Bay"

A journalist visited Bay Area Apple Stores to inquire about rampant theft problems but was promptly kicked out of both the Emeryville and Berkeley stores after attempting to speak with staff and customers. The stores' employees refused to discuss the thefts, and the journalist was escorted out by managers and security guards. Other nearby stores, such as Victoria's Secret, also reported frequent theft incidents. Despite the ongoing theft issues, the journalist's attempts to gather information were met with resistance, leaving the community feeling unsafe and frustrated.

via The San Francisco Standard|

#apple #bay-area #retail

retail-crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Retail Lobby Group Retracts Key Claim on Organized Retail Crime's Impact on Inventory Loss

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has retracted its claim that organized retail crime accounted for nearly half of all inventory losses in 2021. The NRF acknowledged challenges in gathering accurate data and removed the statistic from its report, which was conducted in partnership with K2 Integrity. The error stemmed from a misinterpretation of a quote from a former president of the Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail (CLEAR). CLEAR stands by its estimate that organized retail crime leads to $45 billion in annual inventory losses. Retail crime data is often unclear, with shoplifting trends showing mixed results across different cities. Some experts suggest that companies may be using the focus on theft to divert attention from other challenges in the retail industry.

via USA TODAY|

#data-accuracy #inventory-losses #national-retail-federation

law-enforcement2 years ago•2 min saved

California Sheriff's Battle Against Retail Theft: Target, Safeway, and Prop 47

Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper called out Target in a post on X, criticizing the retailer for placing restrictions on shoplifting enforcement. Cooper revealed that his department had collaborated with Target to combat shoplifting, but the retailer prohibited officers from contacting and handcuffing suspects inside the store, insisting that arrests be made outside in inclement weather. Cooper expressed disbelief at these restrictions and highlighted instances where Target chose not to intervene when witnessing theft. The sheriff's remarks come as Sacramento ranks among the top cities affected by organized retail crime. Target has not yet responded to Cooper's comments.

via KOMO News|

#california #law-enforcement #retail-crime

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Walgreens Hit by Thieves: Stolen Merchandise and ATM Targeted

Albuquerque police apprehended three suspects who broke into a recently closed Walgreens and recovered stolen merchandise. The store had permanently closed just days prior, and some believe that crime may have played a role in its closure. The suspects were found with tools that could be used for breaking into businesses. This incident highlights the wider issue of retail crime and its impact on both large and small businesses in the area. The suspects were released on their own recognizance and are scheduled to appear in court in December.

via KRQE News 13|

#albuquerque #crime #retail-crime

business2 years ago•5 min saved

Rising Retail Theft Forces Target Store Closures and Sparks Community Outrage

Target is closing multiple stores due to a rise in theft and violence, highlighting the growing problem of retail crime for major businesses. The National Retail Federation reported a significant increase in the shrink rate, resulting in $112.1 billion in lost sales in 2022. External theft, including organized retail crime, was identified as the leading cause of shrink. The impact of retail crime goes beyond financial losses, affecting communities by reducing tax bases, forcing employees to seek other opportunities, and requiring residents to travel further for goods. Other major retailers, such as Walmart, have also expressed concerns and called for action from local governments. Experts emphasize the need for legislative measures to hold criminals accountable and address the root causes of organized retail crime.

via Fox News|

#business #community-impact #retail-crime

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

The Impact of Internet and Social Media on Organized Retail Theft: Insights from a Former Target Exec

Former Target executive Gerald Storch expressed concern over the increasing trend of organized retail theft, as Target announced the closure of several stores in liberal cities due to public safety concerns. Storch attributed the rise in theft to the use of social media and the internet, which facilitate the organization and quick monetization of stolen goods. He emphasized the sophistication of these criminal operations, involving multiple layers of distribution. Storch called for national efforts to dismantle organized crime rings and highlighted the importance of effective police work in combating this issue.

via Fox Business|

#crime #internet #organized-retail-theft

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Arrests Made in Organized Robbery Spree at SoCal Malls and Best Buy Stores

Four individuals, Ziona Janea Famoso, Jordan Harris, Alana Hart, and Jason Jaylom Smith, have been charged by the state Attorney General's Office for their involvement in a series of organized smash-and-grab retail thefts in Riverside and Los Angeles counties. The charges include organized retail theft, burglary, grand theft, vandalism, and robbery. The thefts occurred at various high-end stores, resulting in the loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars in merchandise. The Attorney General emphasized the importance of combating retail theft to protect businesses, retailers, and consumers.

via KABC-TV|

#arrests #california #crime

retail-crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Retail Giants Walmart and Target Face Challenges: Crime, Inflation, Backlash, and Student Loans

Retail executives from Walmart and Target are speaking out about the increasing threat of organized retail crime, which is impacting company profits and the safety of customers and employees. Recent incidents, such as a smash-and-grab at a Nordstrom in Los Angeles, highlight the severity of the issue. Walmart CEO Doug McMillon is calling for action at the local level to address the problem, while Target CEO Brian Cornell acknowledges the unacceptable amount of retail theft and organized retail crime. Both companies are working on strategies to combat shrinkage and reduce loss rates.

via Fox Business|

#boosters #loss-prevention #organized-retail-crime

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Off-duty BCSO sheriff apprehends shoplifter on day off

Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen, even on his day off, caught a shoplifter in the act while shopping with his wife. He witnessed three individuals attempting to steal merchandise from a sporting goods store and confronted one of them. After a physical altercation, the sheriff apprehended the suspect with the help of another citizen. The arrested individual had prior felony warrants and a history of drug-related offenses. The sheriff emphasized the need to crack down on retail and drug-related crime and expressed his commitment to ensuring public safety.

via KRQE News 13|

#arrest #bernalillo-county-sheriff #crime

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

31 arrested in Albuquerque retail crime bust.

The Albuquerque Police Department arrested 31 people during a retail crime operation near Coronado and Cottonwood Mall. Nearly $7,000 in merchandise was recovered during the operation. A new law will charge people with a felony if they are caught stealing multiple times in a 90-day period starting July. APD Chief Harold Medina said this is just the beginning of these operations.

via KOB 4|

#albuquerque #apd #crime

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

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.

via KRQE News 13|

#albuquerque-police #crime #new-mexico-law

business2 years ago•1 min saved

The Costly Epidemic of Retail Crime and the Billion-Dollar Anti-Theft Industry

America's biggest retailers have been warning about organized retail crime, which they claim has grown into a multibillion-dollar problem. However, the effectiveness of their strategies to solve it and the validity of the data overall have come into question. Studies from the National Retail Federation show retail shrink cost retailers $94.5 billion in 2021, up from $90.8 billion in 2020, but the data is largely qualitative and cannot be fact-checked because it's gathered from an anonymized set of retailers. External retail crime accounts for only 37% of those losses, or about $35 billion, the NRF data shows.

via CNBC|

#business #loss-prevention #national-retail-federation