We know that your week can get busy, and the time you have to catch up on the news from around the retail loss prevention industry is often stolen away by other things. That’s why the LPM team sifts through headlines from all over the country to bring only the most relevant LP news to you here, in our special weekly news round-up—the perfect bookend to a productive week.
Here’s What You May Have Missed
NRF CEO Speaks On the Rise in Retail Theft
Matt Shay, NRF president and CEO, joined Squawk Box to discuss the rise in retail theft and economic impact on retailers, what is behind the rise in crime, and the steps being taken to combat the problem.
Police Search for Shoplifters Accused of Stealing Over $12K from Denver Stores
The Lakewood, Colorado police department is asking for help to track down a group of four suspects they said have stolen $12,535.40 from TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores in the Denver metro area.
Burglars Take $70K of Merchandise from LA Shoe Store
Police are investigating after a large burglary crew rammed a truck into a popular sneaker and streetwear retailer in Burbank, California last week.
People Gather in Buffalo to Remember 10 Killed in Grocery Store Shooting
The people of Buffalo, New York, paused to mark one year since a white supremacist gunman killed ten people and wounded three at a supermarket.
Man Sentenced to 14 Months in Federal Prison for Stealing Guns
A 20-year-old man will spend the next 14 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to theft from a federally licensed firearms dealer.
Police Investigate $65K Theft Across Multiple States
During a six-day period, police say suspects stole $65,000 from multiple stores across three different states.