Retail Crime

The LPRC asked retailers how problematic retail violence is in the states they serve. Find out where each states rank in this LPM exclusive.

Ohio Governor Signs Law Targeting ORC | 57 Arrested in Maryland Retail Theft Crackdown | Gas Station Clerk Abducted During Robbery

To give you a better feel for the vast impact of the ORC problem, we have provided a glimpse into just a few of the incidents that took place in the month of December, 2024.

The research shows that total merchandise returns for the year reached $685 billion, representing 13.21% of total retail sales, which amounted to $5.19 trillion in 2024.

In this continuing podcast series with the Loss Prevention Research Council's (LPRC) Dr. Cory Lowe, PhD, we hear why felony thresholds have become an easy target for politicians.

Gov. Gavin Newsom Doubles Down on Opposition to Prop. 36 | Top 10 Loss Prevention Stories of 2024 | Fraudulent Returns Cost Retailers $103B in 2024

An AP professional for Target and an armed security officer at a downtown LA shopping plaza were shot by an alleged shoplifter this week after the suspect attempted to make off with stolen merchandise from the store.

On this last day of 2024, take some time to reflect with the top ten stories on our site from the year.

Join our panel of experts as they provide insights into how leading-edge tools, such as real-time monitoring, access control, and weapons detection systems create a safer workplace by empowering security teams to respond quickly and proactively.

117 Arrested in California During Statewide Holiday Retail Theft Blitz | CVS Delivery Driver Carjacked, $100K in Meds Stolen | Louisville CBP Seizes $18M in Counterfeit Luxury Goods