A Retailer’s Response to Protests Could Impact Its Reputation: An Analysis of Security Mistakes
Retailers are often faced with protests by striking workers or picketing consumers that can lead to potentially damaging publicity. An analysis of security mistakes by retailers provides a number of useful ideas for both corporate and store-level employees for mitigating damaging fallout from protests.
Couple Allegedly Ran ORC Shoplifting Ring; Sold Stolen Beauty Items Online for $2.7M
A husband and wife in Arizona allegedly ran a shoplifting ring and then sold stolen health and beauty products online in a years-long scheme...
ON-DEMAND: Hostile Events Preparation Is Not Optional for Retailers
Jerry Wilkins of Active Risk Survival discusses the preparation required for potential “Hostile Events” within the retail space.
Shoplifter Eluded Police after 90 MPH Chase
Police in Wyoming are searching for a 32-year-old Cheyenne woman who managed to elude them after a high-speed chase. Officer Kevin Malatesta says police...
Shoplifters Wanted for Running over C-Store Worker after Stealing Beer
San Diego authorities are searching for three shoplifters who ran over a 7-Eleven worker with their vehicle after stealing merchandise from the Spring Valley...
Retailers Worry about Shoplifting During Holiday Season
‘Tis the season — for a five-finger discount. Retailers are on the lookout for shoplifters as the holiday season gets underway — the first...
Shoplifting Suspect Hit Officer With Car During Getaway
A shoplifting suspect fleeing the scene hit a police officer with the car they were driving, according to Braintree police in Massachusetts.
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2020 Product Showcase and Resource Guide
LP Magazine's annual guide to products and services provided by the many solutions providers who support the industry is included in the November-December 2019 print edition. Download the guide here.
The Consumer Digital Transformation Retail Wakeup Call
Tony D'Onofrio recently spoke on the "Disruptive Future of Retail" at the LPM annual editorial board meeting. His presentation explained the key trends driving the digital transformation of the global retail industry. This article summarizes his presentation.
Duo Accused of Stealing $27K Worth of Items from Home Improvement Store
Two California men were arrested on charges of theft after over $27,000 worth of property was reported stolen from a local home improvement store,...