Retail Crime

In this article, read about how detectives in the Chicagoland area investigated a case of Romani travelers who believe they have been blessed with the “divine right” to steal.

California Mom Is Alleged Ringleader Behind $8M ORC Ring That Hit 200+ Ulta Stores | Nearly $160K in Counterfeit Trojan Condoms, BiC Lighters Discovered in Undercover Operation | 3 Charged in $2M Counterfeit Merchandise Raid

The LP industry is now better positioned to address ORC than it once was, but the fight requires concerted efforts from all stakeholders.

LPM's 2024 Winter Issue is out now! Inside, find articles covering a wide variety of topics for loss prevention professionals.

Retail Bust Reveals Sophisticated Operation Run from Oakland Home | Washington Post Article Downplays Retail Theft Crisis | Judge Sides with Safeway Employee Fired for Stopping Shoplifter

How are break-ins and related concerns impacting the retail business? Help us find out by participating in our survey on storefront security and emergency response.

To give you a better feel for the vast impact of the ORC problem, here are just a few of the incidents that took place in the month of February.

Oklahoma Senate Bill Targets ORC | New Bill Aims to Help Cover Security Measures for Small NYC Businesses | Authorities Crackdown on Retail Theft Ring Targeting Home Depot and Target

The legislative package—called Working Together for a Safer California—is built upon months of research, input from stakeholders and experts, and feedback from Californians, according to Senate members. The plan includes nine fentanyl-related measures and five bills targeting retail theft.

A 43-year-old father of four was shot to death while working as a security guard at a Family Dollar on the West Side of Chicago Friday afternoon—just days after the Chicago City Council voted to crack down on dollar stores across Chicago.