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Shoplifting is often seen as a victimless crime by those who commit it.
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Donald Trump suggests police being ‘extraordinarily rough’ would end retail theft
At a rally in Pennsylvania on Sunday, former President Donald Trump proposed that “one rough hour” of aggressive law enforcement could quickly put an end to retail theft. Trump, who has consistently blamed rising crime rates on policies under President Joe Biden, specifically pointed to migrant crime, though data does …
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Police in Colorado city take proactive approach in effort to stop retail theft
Wheat Ridge police are trying a new approach to stop retail theft.
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Attorney General Raoul charges two Wisconsin women over organized retail thefts
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced his office charged two women over their alleged roles in a multi-county theft ring. The charges are the latest…
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The Escalating Challenge of Retail Theft in the USA
Retail theft in the United States has surged to unprecedented levels in 2024, posing a significant challenge for supermarkets and retailers alike.
Read More »Women allegedly stole from Ulta and Victoria’s Secret stores across Chicagoland, sold items on Instagram
CHICAGO – Two women from Milwaukee are facing multiple felony charges after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise from various retail stores across the Chicago area. Ashley Williams, 28, and Schantasia Abernathy, 29, were arrested in connection with a multi-county theft operation that targeted Ulta Beauty and Victoria’s …
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Kansas AG prosecuting retail theft case against Georgia man
Georgia man accused of stealing from liquor stores throughout Kansas made his first court appearance on Monday.
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Partners in Crime? Not Quite: Getaway Driver ‘Bails’ on Buddy in Foiled Store Theft
A getaway driver didn’t quite live up to the job description during a retailer theft in San Bernardino County recently, leaving his alleged partner in crime…
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Loss Prevention Teams Lead the Charge in Reducing Retail Shrink
As retail shrink continues to rise due to theft, fraud, and operational errors, loss prevention (LP) professionals are playing a critical role in helping businesses protect their bottom line. Across the retail industry, these teams are leading the charge in reducing shrink by implementing innovative strategies, leveraging technology, and building …
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Shoplifting is on the rise in Leicestershire and Rutland
Retail crime is becoming increasingly violent and organized, according to Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews. Speaking at a police and crime panel on Monday, September 23, Matthews emphasized that shoplifting has evolved into a “profitable business model” for some organized crime groups. He attributed the rise …
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