What Happened to Toys “R” Us?
September 2017: Toys "R" Us declares bankruptcy.
Early 2018: Toys "R" Us announces the closure of 180 stores.
February 2018: Toys "R" Us announces the closure...
Is ORC on the Rise? Just Ask Your Store Associates.
If organized retail crime (ORC) continues to plague retailers as recent studies indicate, why are some retailers cutting their ORC investigative staff and seemingly...
13 Vital Requirements for an Effective Loss Prevention Department
Implementing an effective loss prevention department can be a challenging undertaking in today’s retail environment. With the multitude of different business priorities, increased workloads, budget...
Suspect Tries to Run over Elderly Woman after Being Caught Shoplifting
A man has been charged with a hit-and-run that he allegedly committed back in August of 2017. According to a criminal complaint, Perry H...
Safeguard Marketing and Other Unorthodox Shoplifting Prevention Techniques
In an effort to boost sales—and fueled by technology—many retailers are embracing opportunities to enhance customer engagement. They are looking to strengthen bonds with...
Exactly What Is a Shoplifter and How Much Do You Know?
When asked “What is a shoplifter?”, most readers of the LPM Insider probably have a pretty good idea of how to respond. I do...
People on the Move: March 2018
Professional advancement and building a successful loss prevention career can mean many things to many different people. For some individuals, it may mean reaching...
LPM Survey: Should Retailers Restrict the Sale of Firearms?
Gun control issues have been an ongoing topic, and recently back in the spotlight as a primary focus of attention following the recent tragedy...