It's very brazen': retail workers and shoplifters on the UK's record theft statisticsShoplifting in the UK has seen a significant rise, with incidents increasing by 25% in 2023-24, affecting employees and retail operations.
One in four people have witnessed shoplifting and abuse toward staff - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comRetail crime is rampant in the UK, with 24% of the population witnessing shoplifting.Shop staff experience significant abuse, with 77% of retail workers reporting such incidents.
Retailers urge police to take tougher action on shopliftingRetailers demand greater police action against shoplifting due to a drastic decline in fines from 19,419 in 2014 to just 431 in 2024.
Viral video shows 3 people ransacking makeup section of SF Walgreens storeA viral video captures a theft incident at a Walgreens in San Francisco, highlighting ongoing shoplifting issues in the area.
San Francisco police crack down on shoplifting, leading to 61 arrestsSFPD arrested 61 people for shoplifting as part of a broader effort to combat organized retail theft.
Retailers question using live facial recognition for shoplifting | Computer WeeklyRetailers advocate for using retrospective facial recognition for shoplifting rather than live facial recognition due to safety and ethical concerns.
It's very brazen': retail workers and shoplifters on the UK's record theft statisticsShoplifting in the UK has seen a significant rise, with incidents increasing by 25% in 2023-24, affecting employees and retail operations.
One in four people have witnessed shoplifting and abuse toward staff - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comRetail crime is rampant in the UK, with 24% of the population witnessing shoplifting.Shop staff experience significant abuse, with 77% of retail workers reporting such incidents.
Retailers urge police to take tougher action on shopliftingRetailers demand greater police action against shoplifting due to a drastic decline in fines from 19,419 in 2014 to just 431 in 2024.
Viral video shows 3 people ransacking makeup section of SF Walgreens storeA viral video captures a theft incident at a Walgreens in San Francisco, highlighting ongoing shoplifting issues in the area.
San Francisco police crack down on shoplifting, leading to 61 arrestsSFPD arrested 61 people for shoplifting as part of a broader effort to combat organized retail theft.
Retailers question using live facial recognition for shoplifting | Computer WeeklyRetailers advocate for using retrospective facial recognition for shoplifting rather than live facial recognition due to safety and ethical concerns.
Major supermarket announces new store trial which will track you as you shopAsda's facial recognition trial aims to tackle retail crime through real-time monitoring of shoppers.The initiative is a response to rising incidences of staff assaults in stores.
Union Square Chanel Store Rammed by Car In Apparent Smash-and-Grab AttemptUnion Square faces repeated smash-and-grab attempts, recently targeting stores like Chanel and McDonald's, highlighting ongoing retail crime issues.
Ramraiders steal designer sunglasses worth 10k from Hampstead opticianDavid Clulow Opticians suffered two break-ins within a week, significantly impacting their operations and raising concerns about security measures.
Union Square Chanel Store Rammed by Car In Apparent Smash-and-Grab AttemptUnion Square faces repeated smash-and-grab attempts, recently targeting stores like Chanel and McDonald's, highlighting ongoing retail crime issues.
Ramraiders steal designer sunglasses worth 10k from Hampstead opticianDavid Clulow Opticians suffered two break-ins within a week, significantly impacting their operations and raising concerns about security measures.
NYC tests program allowing businesses to connect their security cameras to NYPDRetail businesses in NYC can integrate security cameras with NYPD for real-time intelligence on crimes voluntarily.
The crime hotspots in Bromley as revealed by neighbourhood policing bossIncreased visible police patrols in hotspots led to significant reductions in robbery and knife crime.
Romford set to appear in new Channel 5 documentaryA new documentary will explore local efforts in combating the rise of retail crime in Romford.
NYC tests program allowing businesses to connect their security cameras to NYPDRetail businesses in NYC can integrate security cameras with NYPD for real-time intelligence on crimes voluntarily.
The crime hotspots in Bromley as revealed by neighbourhood policing bossIncreased visible police patrols in hotspots led to significant reductions in robbery and knife crime.
Romford set to appear in new Channel 5 documentaryA new documentary will explore local efforts in combating the rise of retail crime in Romford.
45% of Shoppers Say They Support Using Tech to Curb Retail CrimeRetailers facing organized retail crime and declining consumer sentiment are struggling in a challenging marketplace.
Holiday crackdown nets at least 117 retail theft suspects across CaliforniaA major crackdown on retail crime in California resulted in the arrest of 117 people and the recovery of nearly $40,000 in stolen merchandise.
Walmart bodycams are the latest sign of how much pro-crime lefties hate average AmericansPro-crime progressives are negatively impacting low-wage workers by prompting measures like bodycams at retail stores.
TikToker arrested after filming herself getting ready to steal from Target, police sayA TikTok influencer was arrested for stealing $500 worth of goods from Target using fake barcodes.The police used social media to identify the suspect after a theft at Target.
No jean-ius: Suspect in 'wild looking' getup busted in NYC denim store break-in: copsA lookout for a jewelry store theft was arrested due to his distinctive clothing and visible actions caught on police surveillance footage.
SF District Attorney Charges Two In Connection With Union Square Dior Store BurglaryTwo suspects charged in $300K Dior burglary, plea not guilty; theft involved a group of at least 10 individuals.Police used license-plate readers to identify suspects after a month-long investigation.
Man charged after sunglasses worth more than 5k stolen from Bluewater John LewisTwo individuals were charged with theft in separate incidents at local stores, reflecting a broader issue of retail crime in the area.
TikToker arrested after filming herself getting ready to steal from Target, police sayA TikTok influencer was arrested for stealing $500 worth of goods from Target using fake barcodes.The police used social media to identify the suspect after a theft at Target.
No jean-ius: Suspect in 'wild looking' getup busted in NYC denim store break-in: copsA lookout for a jewelry store theft was arrested due to his distinctive clothing and visible actions caught on police surveillance footage.
SF District Attorney Charges Two In Connection With Union Square Dior Store BurglaryTwo suspects charged in $300K Dior burglary, plea not guilty; theft involved a group of at least 10 individuals.Police used license-plate readers to identify suspects after a month-long investigation.
Man charged after sunglasses worth more than 5k stolen from Bluewater John LewisTwo individuals were charged with theft in separate incidents at local stores, reflecting a broader issue of retail crime in the area.
Prop 36 aims to force drug offenders into treatment. Would it help solve homelessness?Proposition 36 aims to address California's homelessness and addiction crises by increasing penalties for low-level crimes and facilitating court-ordered treatment.
Suspects crash car into SF Union Square Louis Vuitton store in apparent attempted burglary: policeEarly morning burglary attempt at Louis Vuitton in San Francisco failed, with no merchandise stolen but significant property damage.
Eight arrested in multimillion-dollar retail theft operation, L.A. County sheriff's officials sayAuthorities arrested eight individuals for organized retail theft in Los Angeles, recovering millions in stolen goods and cash.
Suspects crash car into SF Union Square Louis Vuitton store in apparent attempted burglary: policeEarly morning burglary attempt at Louis Vuitton in San Francisco failed, with no merchandise stolen but significant property damage.
Eight arrested in multimillion-dollar retail theft operation, L.A. County sheriff's officials sayAuthorities arrested eight individuals for organized retail theft in Los Angeles, recovering millions in stolen goods and cash.
More guilty pleas in California-wide Operation Sticky Fingers' retail cannabis theft caseThree men pleaded guilty in Operation Sticky Fingers, charged with theft of cannabis totaling over $1 million across nine counties.
The 10 bills that Newsom signed to crack down on retail theftCalifornia enacts new laws to combat retail crime and property theft with tougher penalties for repeat offenders and expanded law enforcement tools.
More guilty pleas in California-wide Operation Sticky Fingers' retail cannabis theft caseThree men pleaded guilty in Operation Sticky Fingers, charged with theft of cannabis totaling over $1 million across nine counties.
The 10 bills that Newsom signed to crack down on retail theftCalifornia enacts new laws to combat retail crime and property theft with tougher penalties for repeat offenders and expanded law enforcement tools.
Congresswoman Calls on eBay, Amazon, Facebook to Share Info on Stolen GoodsCongresswoman Spanberger urges e-commerce leaders to disclose measures against the sale of stolen goods on their platforms.
New N.Y. State Law Mandates Retail 'Panic Buttons'New York's Retail Worker Safety Act mandates panic buttons in large retail stores to enhance worker safety amid rising violence.
Newsom signs legislative crime package addressing organized retail theftGavin Newsom signs 10 bills to combat retail crimes, claiming the most significant legislative effort in California history.New laws aim to enhance enforcement against property crime amid rising thefts during the pandemic.
Nike Unite store in Brooklyn's Gateway Center robbed seven times in two monthsNike stores in Spring Creek have suffered multiple robberies, raising concerns about security and the impact of organized retail crime.