Tag: dishonest employee
When a Dishonest Employee “Doesn’t Remember”
In situations where a subject reverts to “I don’t remember,” it is generally a means of defending himself without having to admit to participation in a particular act.
Shedding Light on Retail Theft Statistics
The NRSS indicates that shoplifting accounted for 35.7 percent of the reported shrink in 2017, which is down from 39.3 percent in 2016.
What Causes Shrinkage in Retail? Addressing the 4 Top Causes
Not every loss prevention tool fits the needs and budget of every retailer. However, a combination of tactics makes an impact and reduces a store's shrinkage.
How to Craft a Flawless Interview Closing Statement after an Investigation
A well-crafted statement freezes the moment of the admission or confession, providing the reader a snapshot into the mind of the guilty party.
Conducting Telephone Interviews for Theft Investigations
How was I going to secure an admission if I couldn’t look the employee in the eyes, observe his body language, and gauge deception in all the ways interviewers are traditionally trained?
Employee Investigations: Does It Pass the Smell Test?
When it comes employee investigations, sometimes the "smell test" will not let you rest. You know, those situations when you listen to a story or a business practice, and something just plain stinks.
Don’t Give Up Your Evidence during Employee Investigation Procedures
Many times, the guilty individual will intentionally shade the truth in an attempt to salvage his self-image or to reduce the seriousness of what he has done.
10 Tips to Help Cardholders Steer Clear of Credit Card Skimmer Fraud
Often, these theft events will occur in the retail setting, but there are other ways by which the devices can be used to steal information. Unfortunately, all it requires is a little illicit technology and a lot of criminal intent.
What Is Embezzlement?
Simply stated, embezzlement involves a breach of trust. The nature of embezzlement can be either minor in nature (for example, a dishonest employee pocketing a few dollars from the cash register), or involve immense sums of money and sophisticated schemes.