We know that your week can get busy, and the time you have to catch up on the news from around the retail loss prevention industry is often stolen away by other things. That’s why the LPM team sifts through headlines from all over the country to bring only the most relevant LP news to you here, in our special weekly news round-up—the perfect bookend to a productive week.
Here’s What You May Have Missed
A Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy who was caught on video throwing a woman to the ground. The 31-year-old is accused of using excessive force when he threw down and pepper-sprayed a woman during a shoplifting investigation outside a WinCo Foods store.
Target Slows Store Theft, But at a Cost to the Shopping Experience
That quick Target run isn’t as speedy as it used to be with everything from deodorant to boxer briefs under lock and key at a growing number of stores as retailers take a more forceful approach to stymie shoplifting.
10 New Yorkers Arrested for ORC
Authorities have arrested ten individuals in connection with a series of retail thefts. Eight adults were charged with grand larceny, possession of burglarious tools, conspiracy, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Two juveniles were also arrested and later released to a family member.
Why Federal Authorities Don’t Respond to ATM Thefts from Corner Stores
There has been a rash of ATM thefts and attempted heists across Chicago and the nation, and the ABC 7 I-Team found a startling reason behind it: There are no federal laws against stealing independently owned ATMs.
Dollar Stores Are Struggling—Blame Walmart
After years of prolific growth, US dollar stores have hit a downturn. Dollar General and Dollar Tree have been the fastest growing retailers by new store openings in recent years. But the companies have hit trouble as low-income customers dial back their spending.
California Man Sentenced to 2 Years, $11K Restitution in AZ Retail Theft Scheme
A California man was recently sentenced to prison for his part in a months-long organized retail theft scheme in Arizona. He pleaded guilty to two felonies for his part in a $26,000 scheme last spring where he and others would steal items and bring them back for a fake refund.