A statewide crackdown on organized retail theft resulted in 117 arrests and the recovery of $38,000 in stolen merchandise last week. This was part of Operation Holiday Watch, conducted by the California Highway Patrol and local police departments.
Through proactive enforcement operations and strong partnerships with local law enforcement and retailers, we were able to protect the state's businesses and consumers during one of the busiest times of the year, CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee stated.
The CHP will continue working with businesses and communities to prevent retail theft. Created in 2019, the CHP Organized Retail Crime Task Force has led to significant arrests and merchandise recovery.
Our efforts send a clear message that retail theft in California will not be tolerated, emphasizing the commitment to combating organized retail crime.
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