Woman Wanted for Robbery; Coughed on Those Trying to Stop Her
The Vallejo (California) Police Department is looking for a woman purposely coughed on loss prevention staff attempting to stop her from leaving a store...
Suspect Arrested after Robbing Store; Returns Next Day to Shoplift
A man was arrested Sunday after robbing and later shoplifting from a Walgreens in Akron (Ohio), according to Akron police.
Officers responded to the Walgreens...
Trio Charged in Alleged Theft at Retailer
Three Maryland residents face multiple charges in connection with a theft scheme allegedly conducted at the Walmart in Mount Airy.
William L. Campbell III, 39,...
Undercover Sting Targets Pharmacist Allegedly Hoarding Coronavirus Masks
A New York City pharmacist is under investigation for “exploiting the present COVID-19 pandemic and engaging in price gouging,” according to a search warrant...
Suspect Had Stolen Vehicle while Shoplifting
A Rome (Georgia) man was being held on $2,600 bond Saturday after being found with a vehicle that was reported stolen, according to a...
Couple Arrested after a Month-Long Investigation Involving Vehicle and Department Store Theft
Authorities arrested two on Thursday for vehicle burglaries and theft from Kohl’s Department store, according to Porterville Police Department. Authorities say they served a...
Crime Drops Around the World as COVID-19 Keeps People inside
The coronavirus pandemic that has crippled big-box retailers and mom and pop shops worldwide may be making a dent in illicit business, too.
In Chicago,...
Suspect Allegedly Trying to Rob Retailer also Charged with Violating Stay at Home Order
The Austin Police Department says that a man trying to rob a Home Depot store on Wednesday is also facing a charge for violating...
10 Steps to Training Employees to Write Good Reports | Ep. 17
Report writing is a critical part of any loss prevention professional's job. When an incident occurs, whether it is a theft issue or an...
Perspectives on Crime and Loss in the Age of COVID-19
The CAP Index analytics team examined retail crime reported in March in the Los Angeles area and highlight several preliminary trends affecting retailers.