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Addressing the Scourge of Organized Retail Crime

Nobody has a definitive estimate of the dollar impact of ORC, but retailers will tell you that it has a major impact not only on their fiscal bottom line but also on the safety of store associates and consumers.

A Perfect Storm for Organized Retail Crime

We recently met with leaders from CVS Health, Rite Aid, and Walgreens who are directing the efforts against ORC to get their insights into the current challenges.
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Fraternal Order of Police Writes Letter to Congress about INFORM Act

The National Fraternal Order of Police sent a letter to Congress urging them to support the Integrity, Notification, and Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces (INFORM) for Consumers Act.
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Illinois Man Guilty in $20 Million ORC Enterprise

According to court records, Artur Gilowski operated a criminal enterprise that involved co-conspirators stealing tens of thousands of retail products valued at over $20 million.

What Can Retailers Do About Smash-and-Grab Theft?

Organized retail crime is a growing problem for retailers. Since the pandemic began, brazen daylight robberies have become more frequent, and shop owners say they’re also more violent.

Applying Effective Interviewing Skills to Organized Crime Investigations

In addition to advanced resources and tangible solutions, there is a foundational and often overlooked tool in the battle against ORC—the power of communication.

Ohio Senate Passes Legislation Combatting ORC

The Ohio state senate has passed bill HB 272, which closely mirrors the INFORM Consumers Act, federal legislation that would require online marketplaces to verify high-volume third-party sellers.

Identifying Theft and Fraud Inside a Retail Business | Ep. 73

In this podcast, LPM’s Kevin McMenimen and Jac Brittain look inside the retail business at areas of opportunity in e-commerce and e-fraud.

ORC and Retail Theft Is Threatening the Future of Shopping

If you were dealt the blow of the pandemic, and survived, and then had to deal with the aftermath of shipping and distribution struggles, you may think that things can’t possibly get worse. And then, the wrath of ongoing organized retail crime raises its ugly head.

There’s More to ORC with Homeland Security | Ep. 72

As Homeland Security Investigations helps to lead the fight against ORC, retailers are partnering with HSI and a network of government agencies supporting ORC investigators.
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