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E-Commerce
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Retail resilience: Technology strategies to combat organized theft

Organized retail theft (ORT) has surged, with a 93% increase in shoplifting incidents since 2019, stressing the need for improved reporting systems.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Francisco police arrest six in retail theft operation

San Francisco police arrested six individuals during a retail theft operation targeting organized crime.
The enforcement underscores effective policing in combating shoplifting and supporting local businesses.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

East Bay gang members accused of stealing millions in merchandise

Eleven gang members face felony charges for stealing millions from retailers in Contra Costa County, including high-end stores.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Nighttime raiders of dispensaries across California are nabbed in operation 'Sticky Fingers'

A retail burglary ring targeting California cannabis dispensaries stole around 1,000 pounds of products valued at $1 million before being apprehended.
fromwww.thereporter.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Four arrested for retail theft at Bay Area shopping center face increased penalties under Prop. 36

Organized retail theft leads to felony arrests and increased penalties under Proposition 36, aided by community vigilance.
E-Commerce
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Retail resilience: Technology strategies to combat organized theft

Organized retail theft (ORT) has surged, with a 93% increase in shoplifting incidents since 2019, stressing the need for improved reporting systems.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Francisco police arrest six in retail theft operation

San Francisco police arrested six individuals during a retail theft operation targeting organized crime.
The enforcement underscores effective policing in combating shoplifting and supporting local businesses.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

East Bay gang members accused of stealing millions in merchandise

Eleven gang members face felony charges for stealing millions from retailers in Contra Costa County, including high-end stores.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Nighttime raiders of dispensaries across California are nabbed in operation 'Sticky Fingers'

A retail burglary ring targeting California cannabis dispensaries stole around 1,000 pounds of products valued at $1 million before being apprehended.
fromwww.thereporter.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Four arrested for retail theft at Bay Area shopping center face increased penalties under Prop. 36

Organized retail theft leads to felony arrests and increased penalties under Proposition 36, aided by community vigilance.
more#law-enforcement
#shoplifting
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Moment serial shoplifter tackled off e-scooter by police in north London

Police successfully apprehended a serial shoplifter, highlighting an ongoing problem of retail theft in the UK.
Local policing efforts are focusing on reducing theft and rebuilding community trust.
Miscellaneous
fromstateline.org
4 months ago

New shoplifting data explains why they're locking up the toothpaste

Shoplifting rates in major U.S. cities are significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, prompting legislative and business responses.
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

N.Y.P.D. Sergeant Is Charged With Shoplifting From Target

NYC police sergeant arrested for shoplifting amid rising retail thefts, highlighting challenges in law enforcement accountability.
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

No One Knows How to Stop Shoplifters

Increasing instances of shoplifting are forcing retailers to secure products behind locked cases, significantly inconveniencing customers.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Shoplifter dubbed master of disguise' for dyeing hair while hitting Boots stores

Craig Sawyer stole high-value items from Boots stores using disguises, leading to 28,000 thefts and subsequent jail time.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

What drove California Democrats to seek stiff bills governing retail theft? Experts explain

California lawmakers are tightening penalties for retail theft amid rising incidents and changing retail practices.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Moment serial shoplifter tackled off e-scooter by police in north London

Police successfully apprehended a serial shoplifter, highlighting an ongoing problem of retail theft in the UK.
Local policing efforts are focusing on reducing theft and rebuilding community trust.
Miscellaneous
fromstateline.org
4 months ago

New shoplifting data explains why they're locking up the toothpaste

Shoplifting rates in major U.S. cities are significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, prompting legislative and business responses.
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

N.Y.P.D. Sergeant Is Charged With Shoplifting From Target

NYC police sergeant arrested for shoplifting amid rising retail thefts, highlighting challenges in law enforcement accountability.
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

No One Knows How to Stop Shoplifters

Increasing instances of shoplifting are forcing retailers to secure products behind locked cases, significantly inconveniencing customers.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Shoplifter dubbed master of disguise' for dyeing hair while hitting Boots stores

Craig Sawyer stole high-value items from Boots stores using disguises, leading to 28,000 thefts and subsequent jail time.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

What drove California Democrats to seek stiff bills governing retail theft? Experts explain

California lawmakers are tightening penalties for retail theft amid rising incidents and changing retail practices.
more#shoplifting
#public-safety
San Francisco
fromSan Jose Inside
8 months ago

Op Ed: Proposition 36 Is Reform We Need To Save Money and Lives

California's homeless population has surged since Proposition 47, costing taxpayers billions in management and impacting public safety due to retail thefts.
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
NYC politics

Fashion police: Queens couple busted for stealing and dealing $2 million in hot retail merchandise ahead of Black Friday | amNewYork

Governor Hochul and DA Katz announced arrests in a $2 million retail theft operation, enhancing safety for retailers and consumers.
fromABC7 San Francisco
8 months ago
SF politics

CA's new retail theft laws come at a time when SF small business owners say they need more support

California is addressing rampant retail theft with new legislative measures, indicating the issue's severity for local businesses.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

Suspect in one of 1st post-Proposition 36 cases in Bay Area appears in court

Proposition 36 has increased penalties for retail theft, leading to felony charges for repeat offenders.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
SF politics

East Contra Costa officials rally behind Prop. 36

Supporters of Proposition 36 argue it will help restore public safety by enhancing penalties for repeat theft offenders.
San Francisco
fromSan Jose Inside
8 months ago

Op Ed: Proposition 36 Is Reform We Need To Save Money and Lives

California's homeless population has surged since Proposition 47, costing taxpayers billions in management and impacting public safety due to retail thefts.
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
NYC politics

Fashion police: Queens couple busted for stealing and dealing $2 million in hot retail merchandise ahead of Black Friday | amNewYork

Governor Hochul and DA Katz announced arrests in a $2 million retail theft operation, enhancing safety for retailers and consumers.
fromABC7 San Francisco
8 months ago
SF politics

CA's new retail theft laws come at a time when SF small business owners say they need more support

California is addressing rampant retail theft with new legislative measures, indicating the issue's severity for local businesses.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

Suspect in one of 1st post-Proposition 36 cases in Bay Area appears in court

Proposition 36 has increased penalties for retail theft, leading to felony charges for repeat offenders.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
SF politics

East Contra Costa officials rally behind Prop. 36

Supporters of Proposition 36 argue it will help restore public safety by enhancing penalties for repeat theft offenders.
more#public-safety
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Alleged Prolific Walgreens Thief on a Skateboard Charged With 24 Counts of Retail Theft

A 26-year-old man was charged with 24 counts related to retail theft at Walgreens and CVS stores in San Francisco.
fromsfist.com
6 months ago
Cars

Union Square Dior Once Again Rammed Into by Car in Smash-and-Grab Burglary

Brazen retail theft continues in San Francisco, exemplified by a recent car-ramming incident at the Union Square Dior, echoing a similar crime from last year.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Alleged Prolific Walgreens Thief on a Skateboard Charged With 24 Counts of Retail Theft

A 26-year-old man was charged with 24 counts related to retail theft at Walgreens and CVS stores in San Francisco.
fromsfist.com
6 months ago
Cars

Union Square Dior Once Again Rammed Into by Car in Smash-and-Grab Burglary

Brazen retail theft continues in San Francisco, exemplified by a recent car-ramming incident at the Union Square Dior, echoing a similar crime from last year.
more#san-francisco
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Buying a gift card? Be aware of scams that drain the card of funds before you can use it | CBC News

Gift card scams are increasing in Canada, leading to significant financial losses for consumers.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

NY retailers locking up lobster tails in plastic cases to deter slippery shoplifters: 'People have no shame'

The theft of lobster tails highlights a significant rise in retail thefts in New York, prompting stores to impose stricter security measures.
fromsfist.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sunday Links: Sonoma State Athletes Left In The Lurch After School Cuts NCAA Sports

Sonoma State athletics cut due to $24 million deficit prompting immediate transfer interest from student-athletes.
#california-law
fromSan Jose Inside
3 months ago
California

California Stiffens Penalties for Theft, and More Changes Are Coming

California enacts tougher penalties for retail theft and drug offenses, aiming to increase prosecution effectiveness and accountability.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Prop. 36: What to expect right away from California's new crime law

Proposition 36 drives tougher prosecution of repeat theft and drug offenses in California through local enforcement and increased felony charges.
fromMission Local
7 months ago
SF politics

District 5 candidates on Prop. 36 increasing punishment for crimes

Proposition 36 aims to reform Proposition 47 by toughening penalties for certain theft and drug offenses, addressing issues like organized retail theft.
fromSan Jose Inside
3 months ago
California

California Stiffens Penalties for Theft, and More Changes Are Coming

California enacts tougher penalties for retail theft and drug offenses, aiming to increase prosecution effectiveness and accountability.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Prop. 36: What to expect right away from California's new crime law

Proposition 36 drives tougher prosecution of repeat theft and drug offenses in California through local enforcement and increased felony charges.
fromMission Local
7 months ago
SF politics

District 5 candidates on Prop. 36 increasing punishment for crimes

Proposition 36 aims to reform Proposition 47 by toughening penalties for certain theft and drug offenses, addressing issues like organized retail theft.
more#california-law
#california
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

New California crime laws seek to deter retail theft, property crimes

California is introducing new laws to address rising social anxiety over property crimes without reverting to harsh historical punishments.
fromKqed
6 months ago
California

Former Offender Provides Unique View On Prop 36 | KQED

Proposition 36 threatens to reverse recent criminal justice reforms in California, igniting a debate over public safety and rehabilitation.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

New California crime laws seek to deter retail theft, property crimes

California is introducing new laws to address rising social anxiety over property crimes without reverting to harsh historical punishments.
fromKqed
6 months ago
California

Former Offender Provides Unique View On Prop 36 | KQED

Proposition 36 threatens to reverse recent criminal justice reforms in California, igniting a debate over public safety and rehabilitation.
more#california
#organized-crime
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Cars

29-year-old theft suspect tells police she's 12. Story fools no one

A 29-year-old woman was arrested for retail theft after impersonating a 12-year-old, revealing a serious case of organized crime and deception.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Couple accused of stealing nearly $1m of Lululemon products from stores

A couple faces charges for stealing nearly $1 million worth of Lululemon products across multiple states.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Home Depot says shoplifting challenges aren't getting any easier

Retail theft remains a significant challenge for Home Depot, but their anti-theft investments are yielding positive results.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Girdle-wearing thieves stuffed thousands in merchandise into their undergarments, officials say

Two suspects were arrested for stealing $4,500 in goods from a store, concealing items in girdles as part of organized retail theft.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Cars

29-year-old theft suspect tells police she's 12. Story fools no one

A 29-year-old woman was arrested for retail theft after impersonating a 12-year-old, revealing a serious case of organized crime and deception.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Couple accused of stealing nearly $1m of Lululemon products from stores

A couple faces charges for stealing nearly $1 million worth of Lululemon products across multiple states.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Home Depot says shoplifting challenges aren't getting any easier

Retail theft remains a significant challenge for Home Depot, but their anti-theft investments are yielding positive results.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Girdle-wearing thieves stuffed thousands in merchandise into their undergarments, officials say

Two suspects were arrested for stealing $4,500 in goods from a store, concealing items in girdles as part of organized retail theft.
more#organized-crime
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Couple Accused of Stealing $1 Million Worth of Lululemon | Entrepreneur

A couple was arrested for stealing $1 million worth of Lululemon products, employing various tactics to evade security.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

San Jose man arrested on suspicion of setting fire inside store

A 28-year-old man was arrested for arson after setting fire to a business in San Jose in October.
The fire involved a box with an electric scooter.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Campbell police use cameras to combat retail theft - San Jose Spotlight

The Campbell Police Department has launched a program allowing businesses to share their surveillance footage to combat organized retail theft.
#proposition-36
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago
California

Gavin Newsom reflects on year of arrests made for retail theft, car burglaries a week ahead of election

California's crackdown on retail theft yielded over 3,200 arrests and significant recovery of stolen goods, according to Gov. Newsom.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
SF politics

Editorial: Prop. 36's smart response to crime, addiction, homelessness

California's escalating homelessness, retail theft, and opioid crisis are interconnected issues requiring urgent reforms.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
SF politics

Column: California voters are fed up with crime and, apparently, inaction by Democrats

California voters overwhelmingly support Proposition 36 to increase punishment for theft and drug offenses despite opposition from Governor Newsom and lawmakers.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago
California

Gavin Newsom reflects on year of arrests made for retail theft, car burglaries a week ahead of election

California's crackdown on retail theft yielded over 3,200 arrests and significant recovery of stolen goods, according to Gov. Newsom.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
SF politics

Editorial: Prop. 36's smart response to crime, addiction, homelessness

California's escalating homelessness, retail theft, and opioid crisis are interconnected issues requiring urgent reforms.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
SF politics

Column: California voters are fed up with crime and, apparently, inaction by Democrats

California voters overwhelmingly support Proposition 36 to increase punishment for theft and drug offenses despite opposition from Governor Newsom and lawmakers.
more#proposition-36
#criminal-justice-reform
fromsfist.com
8 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Saturday Links: Burning Man Gates Closed For Early Arrivals Due to Storm

Burning Man gates are closed and airport shutdown delayed arrivals due to rain.
Criminal justice nonprofit withholds grant, sparking allegations of racial prejudice.
Napa Valley continues recovery a decade after earthquake, with some areas still closed.
Controversial housing project in Berkeley faces backlash related to backers' donations.
fromThe Mercury News
8 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

San Mateo County Supervisors delay vote on Prop 36 support

San Mateo County supervisors delayed voting on Prop 36, a measure aimed at increasing penalties for retail theft and drug crimes.
fromsfist.com
8 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Saturday Links: Burning Man Gates Closed For Early Arrivals Due to Storm

Burning Man gates are closed and airport shutdown delayed arrivals due to rain.
Criminal justice nonprofit withholds grant, sparking allegations of racial prejudice.
Napa Valley continues recovery a decade after earthquake, with some areas still closed.
Controversial housing project in Berkeley faces backlash related to backers' donations.
fromThe Mercury News
8 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

San Mateo County Supervisors delay vote on Prop 36 support

San Mateo County supervisors delayed voting on Prop 36, a measure aimed at increasing penalties for retail theft and drug crimes.
more#criminal-justice-reform
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago
San Francisco

Little town where the dead outnumber the living has Bay Area's highest theft rate

Colma's high crime rate is a product of its unique population dynamics and increased visitor traffic.
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