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Collaboration, Technology to Take Center Stage at ORCAS of the
Southwest
 The
2026 ORCAs of the Southwest Conference
is bringing together the best of Organized Retail Crime
collaboration from across the Southwest.
Hosted by WSORCA in partnership with SDORCA, LAORCA, NVORCA, and
AZORCA,
this conference showcases the leadership, innovation, and
partnerships that continue to make California a leader in the fight
against Organized Retail Crime.
Local ORCA meetings are invaluable for sharing intelligence and
strengthening regional partnerships. The ORCAs of the Southwest
Conference builds on that foundation by bringing together investigators,
retailers, prosecutors, analysts, ORCA leaders, and solution providers
from across multiple states to exchange ideas, learn from one another,
and develop strategies that extend beyond any single jurisdiction.
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The U.S. Crime Surge
The Retail Impact
Retail Crime AI Survey
How Is AI Changing the Fight Against Retail Crime?
Take two minutes to help shape the
D&D Daily's first industry report on AI and retail crime prevention
 AI
is rapidly becoming part of the retail crime prevention toolkit —
supporting video analytics, fraud detection, investigations,
intelligence gathering, reporting and other critical LP/AP functions.
But how much is the industry actually using AI today? Where is it
making the biggest impact? And where do retail crime and loss prevention
professionals believe the technology is headed next?
The D&D Daily wants your perspective.
We’ve launched our first
Retail Crime
Prevention and AI Survey, a brief, two-minute industry survey
examining how artificial intelligence is being used to prevent, detect
and investigate retail crime.
The survey is open to retail asset protection, loss prevention,
security and law enforcement professionals and is focused on the
industry — not individual products or vendors. We want to understand
where AI is being deployed, what challenges organizations are
encountering and which applications professionals believe hold the
greatest potential for retail crime prevention.
And you don't need to be an AI expert to participate.
Whether your organization is already deploying AI, evaluating new
technologies or has barely begun exploring its potential, your
experience helps provide a clearer picture of where the industry
actually stands.
Survey results will form the foundation of the D&D Daily's inaugural
Retail Crime Prevention and AI Report, an executive overview
examining AI's growing role in the fight against retail crime.
The report will be published as both an interactive website and
downloadable PDF, featuring industry data, visualizations, key
findings and insights from senior leaders across retail and law
enforcement.
The more LP/AP and law enforcement professionals who participate, the
more meaningful that industry snapshot becomes.
It takes approximately two minutes. Help us capture where retail
crime prevention and AI stand today — and where they're going next.
Take the Retail Crime Prevention and AI Survey today:
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The Push to Legalize Shoplifting?
Socialist NY lawmaker Emily Gallagher says shoplifting for ‘biological
need’ is OK
 A
Brooklyn socialist lawmaker declared this week that shoplifters have
a right to swipe items like soap and toothpaste from local stores
without getting busted — because of their “biological need” for the
products.
State Assemblywoman Emily Gallagher strongly suggested shoplifting
should be legalized while joined at a news conference outside
Manhattan Criminal Court on Thursday by other lefty pols and criminal
justice advocates with Court Watch NYC. The group claimed it monitored
360 arraignments over four days and found more than half were for
misdemeanor offenses.
“Most of what we saw were crimes of poverty-people who are
stealing things like toothpaste, people who were stealing things like,
you know, soap. And that means if you’re stealing those things, you need
them,” said Gallagher, who reps Greenpoint and other sections of woke
northern Brooklyn.
“And we are choosing to protect billion-dollar companies, like CVS
and Walgreens, over the people who are struggling to get by. So I
would say that the true crime is that there is such incredible wealth
disparity in this city that there are people who can be thrown in jail
simply for having a biological need.”
The card-carrying member of the Democratic Socialists of America said
she would continue to push for “treatment-not-jail” punishments –
all but ignoring that first-time shoplifting offenders rarely get
jailtime and that lack of enforcement pushed by lefty pols like herself
statewide has forced many drugstores to lock products in plastic cases.
She and other pols at the event also called on fellow socialist Mayor
Zohran Mamdani to follow through on his campaign promise to end “broken
windows policing” tactics by NYPD cops that target quality-of-life
crimes like graffiti and fare evasion.
nypost.com
Make Parking Lots Safe Again
As Shoppers Show Fear of Retail Parking Lots at Night, Is This a Fixable
Problem?
When we discuss problems facing consumers, brands, and retailers today,
safety concerns often take a backseat — and if they are discussed,
online scams, skimmed credit cards, and in-store threats usually take
precedence.
However, according to recent data from LiveView Technologies (LVT),
nearly half of Americans (46%) — including a majority (52%) of women,
and 41% of men — feel unsafe in large, open-air retail parking lots
after dark.
“Men and women alike are concerned about their safety in parking lots,
especially after dark, which could impact overall store foot traffic and
sales,” said Matt Kelley, SVP of Business and Market Development at LVT.
Speaking of solutions, Kelley offered a few remarks on that subject:
“Retailers can better secure parking lots and increase the sense of
safety by ensuring optimal lighting, establishing visibility with human
guards or through video security solutions, and offering assistance to
customers who may appreciate a store associate accompanying them to
their vehicle. Proactive communication around a store’s safety
efforts can help alleviate shopper fears around safety at all hours,” he
said.
Other tips offered by Consumer Reports on the subject of staying safe in
retailers’ parking lots included: being choosy about where you park,
preferring populated and well-lit areas; removing items from view that
could incite theft and locking your vehicle; being totally aware of your
surroundings, and not keeping your attention on your smartphone while
walking to and from your car; refraining from dallying and walking with
purpose with your keys in hand; and to always assume you are being
watched, with that same phone at the ready to dial 911 in case of
emergency, among others.
retailwire.com
Colorado Springs Police Department cracks down on organized retail crime
The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD)
led a coordinated enforcement operation targeting retail crime between
Aug. 4 and Aug. 7. The effort resulted in 16 misdemeanor citations
issued and six new felony charges filed.
ICYMI: Killings and other violent crimes dropped sharply in 2025
Violent crimes seem like they've been spiking in Boston, but what does
the data show?
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Consistency Strengthens LP
Programs
Consistency Is Key to Effective Retail Loss Prevention
 By
the D&D Daily staff
Retail loss prevention programs have more technology, data and
investigative tools at their disposal than ever before. But even
the most sophisticated strategy can struggle if basic processes
aren’t being followed consistently across stores.
For LP/AP teams, consistency can be one of the most overlooked
elements of an effective program.
Retail organizations often establish detailed procedures around cash
handling, inventory controls, merchandise protection, receiving,
exception reporting and incident documentation. The challenge is
making sure those procedures remain part of everyday store
operations long after training is completed.
Small inconsistencies can eventually create larger
vulnerabilities.
A receiving procedure that is occasionally skipped during busy
periods, for example, can make inventory discrepancies more
difficult to identify. Inconsistent documentation can limit an
investigator’s ability to recognize patterns. Even employees failing
to regularly check merchandise protection devices can undermine an
otherwise effective investment.
That makes store-level execution an important part of the
LP/AP function.
Regular audits can help identify where established procedures are
breaking down, but the goal shouldn’t simply be finding violations.
Strong programs use audits and operational reviews to
understand why compliance is slipping and whether a process is
realistic for employees working in an active retail environment.
Training also needs reinforcement. Employees may understand a
procedure when they are hired but gradually develop shortcuts as
workloads increase or store conditions change. Brief refreshers,
manager coaching and clear communication about why a particular
control matters can help prevent those shortcuts from becoming
standard practice.
Technology can support that effort by highlighting exceptions and
identifying locations where unusual patterns warrant additional
attention. But technology works best when it complements
reliable processes rather than attempting to replace them.
For LP/AP leaders, the takeaway is simple: A complicated program
isn’t necessarily a strong program.
Sometimes the biggest opportunity to reduce loss is making sure
the controls already in place are understood, practical and
consistently followed.
AI Becomes Critical to Retail
Operations
New VoCoVo research reveals AI has become critical to the future of
food and grocery retail
Retailers turn to AI to combat
theft, improve employee safety, and boost frontline productivity,
according to new industry report
VoCoVo, the retail in-store team communications specialists, today
announced findings from its upcoming report, The State of AI in Food
& Grocery Retail 2026, which explores how food and grocery
retailers are leveraging artificial intelligence to address some of
the industry's most pressing operational challenges, including
theft, self-checkout losses, employee safety, and workforce
productivity.
Based on a survey of industry leaders, the research highlights
growing confidence in AI's ability to improve store operations while
helping retailers navigate rising security concerns and workforce
challenges.
Among the report's key findings:
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AI is viewed as
essential to the future of retail, with every food retailer
surveyed and more than 97% of grocery retailers saying the
technology is critical to the future of brick-and-mortar stores.
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Retail theft
continues to rise, with food retailers reporting a nearly
62% increase in shoplifting since the introduction of
self-checkout, while grocery retailers reported an increase of
almost 59%.
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Employee abuse
remains a significant concern, as more than half of food
retailers surveyed said employees have quit because of customer
abuse. Nearly one-third of grocery retailers reported the same
issue.
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Investment in AI
is accelerating, particularly in areas focused on reducing
theft, strengthening communication, improving employee training,
and providing greater support to frontline teams.
The findings underscore
how retailers are increasingly turning to AI-powered technologies
not only to improve efficiency, but also to create safer and more
productive store environments for employees and shoppers alike.
massmarketretailers.com
Russian Retail Giant Under Attack
Why Kyiv keeps attacking Russian retail giant Wildberries
Ukraine has been striking
warehouses belonging to Russia's largest online marketplace, saying
the attacks disrupt Moscow's military logistics. But experts see
wider risks for Russia's economy.
Early Sunday, a fire broke out in a warehouse belonging to
Russia's largest online marketplace, Wildberries, in the town of
Podolsk, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) south of Moscow. The fire
was the result of a large-scale overnight attack by Ukrainian
drones, most of which were intercepted by Russian air defenses.
On Friday, Ukraine struck a different Wildberries warehouse,
in Tver, north of Moscow. The day before, it had set fire to another
warehouse in Salavat, further east.
About 20 Wildberries logistics hubs have been under near-daily
attack in the past few weeks. At least nine employees have been
confirmed dead, and scores injured, while a handful of the
storehouses have halted operations.
The Moscow-based e-commerce consultancy Data Insight estimates
Wildberries has lost as much as 480 billion rubles worth of goods
($5.7 billion/€4.9 billion) and about a third of its warehouse
space. Combined damaged to the company and its sellers are estimated
as high as 800 billion rubles ($9.5 billion).
dw.com
ISCPO Welcomes LiveView Technologies (LVT) as Preferred Partner
ISCPO welcomes LVT to Strengthen
Perimeter Protection Across Logistics and Distribution Hubs
 The
International Supply Chain Protection Organization (ISCPO) is proud
to announce LVT as its newest Preferred Partner. LVT delivers
off-network, AI-driven security solutions that give logistics,
distribution, and transportation facilities real-time visibility and
rapid deployment flexibility at the perimeter — without dependence
on fixed infrastructure. Its enterprise SaaS and
hardware-as-a-service platform collects, interprets, and acts on
real-time information, helping facilities detect threats early,
deter intrusions, and respond faster to incidents at the fence line
and beyond.
Together, ISCPO and LVT will collaborate to advance perimeter
security across the supply chain and build a best-practice framework
to combat rising cargo theft, secure facility perimeters, and
protect critical infrastructure.
iscpo.org
Why Termite Prevention is an Operational Imperative for Retailers
When assessing facility risks, facility managers can tend to focus
on equipment breakdowns like roof repairs, HVAC units, or routine
maintenance. Yet, a silent threat usually remains overlooked in
the crawlspaces, attics, and foundations of commercial spaces.
In the United States, termites cause approximately $6.8 billion in
annual property damage, a staggering figure that can directly impact
the bottom line of commercial property.
For retail operations, the true danger extends far beyond the
structural wood of a building. Termites can present an
operational challenge that has the potential to affect supply
chains, inventory preservation, and brand reputation.
Transitioning from reactive maintenance to a strategic prevention
model is an essential step in safeguarding your facility.
chainstoreage.com
Does The July Retail Decline Mark The Start Of A Growth Downshift?
Buc-ee’s Plans To Open Six Locations Across the Same Number of
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Sloth Lock and Fixture Security Additions Help Retailers Protect High-Risk
Merchandise
The New Reality of Retail Theft
 Today's
retailers face a difficult balancing act. Excessive security can cause friction
and frustrate shoppers, while insufficient protection can lead to unacceptable
shrink levels. Organized retail crime (ORC), grab-and-run incidents, and
opportunistic theft have forced retailers to seek solutions that secure products
while preserving open merchandising strategies that drive sales.
One of the most effective approaches is combining merchandise protection with
fixture-level security. CIS
Security Solutions has developed a strategy that addresses both challenges
through its Sloth Lock and a range of other fixture additions designed to allow
both accessibility and security, as well as appearance.
Meet the Sloth Lock
The Sloth Lock is simple, yet highly effective. It slows down unauthorized
product removal from retail displays by locking onto the rack and tethering the
item. The rack lock is engineered as part of the alarm top, which is used with
several styles of the CIS alarming tethers.
The Sloth Lock advantages:
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Discourages opportunistic theft attempts.
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Creates a visible deterrent effect.
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Gives associates more opportunities to engage customers.
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Supports open merchandising without requiring products to be
locked away.
Beyond the Product: Securing the Fixture
While merchandise protection devices receive most of the attention, thieves
often exploit the fixture itself. Displays, hooks, pegboards, and merchandising
hardware can become vulnerabilities when not adequately secured.
Recognizing this challenge, CIS Security Solutions offers a variety of fixture
additions that enhance overall display security, such as the Boot, the H-Run
Flex, the Sleeve, and the new Echo system.
Layered Protection Delivers Better Results
Loss prevention professionals understand that no single solution stops theft.
Operations and Merchandising want aesthetics and sales. The most successful
retail security programs use layered protection strategies to satisfy everyone.
The combination of using the Sloth Lock or other fixture additions combined with
the tethers supports this philosophy by:
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Delaying unauthorized product removal.
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Increasing offender visibility.
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Preserving customer engagement.
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Supporting associate intervention opportunities.
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Reducing shrink without sacrificing sales.
Security That Supports the Shopping Experience
Solutions that effectively slow theft while keeping products accessible are
important.
The Sloth Lock proves thoughtful security design can support Asset Protection
objectives and Operations/Merchandising goals. Retailers can create a more
secure environment while continuing to offer the open, interactive shopping
experiences customers expect and want.
For more information contact
info@cisssinc.com or 772-287-7999
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The Growing Importance of IT in Retail
Automation
Managed IT and Cybersecurity for Automated, Resilient Retail Operations
In today’s retail landscape, automation is no longer a luxury but a
necessity. Retailers are increasingly relying on automated systems to
streamline operations, improve customer experience, and stay competitive.
From inventory management and point-of-sale systems to supply chain
logistics, automation requires robust IT infrastructure and vigilant
cybersecurity measures to ensure uninterrupted service and data
protection.
The modern retail environment incorporates a complex web of
interconnected devices, applications, and cloud services. This
complexity enhances operational efficiency but also introduces multiple
points of vulnerability. According to a recent report, 73% of retail
businesses experienced at least one IT-related disruption in the past
year, impacting sales and customer satisfaction. Such disruptions
underscore the critical role of managed IT services in maintaining
seamless retail operations.
However, as retailers adopt more interconnected technologies, they
also face rising risks from cyber threats and system failures. The
challenge is to build an automated retail environment that is not only
efficient but also resilient. This resilience depends on continuous
monitoring, rapid incident response, and proactive risk
management-elements best delivered by specialized managed IT and
cybersecurity services.
With the surge in digital transactions and customer data collection,
cybersecurity has become a top priority for retailers. Cyberattacks
targeting the retail sector increased by 44% in 2023 compared to the
previous year, underscoring the urgent need for vigilant defenses.
Retailers must safeguard sensitive customer information, payment
details, and proprietary business data against constantly evolving
threats.
Retailers located in major hubs such as Boston benefit from
specialized local cybersecurity expertise. Companies offering
cybersecurity in Boston provide tailored strategies that address
region-specific threats and regulatory requirements. Their services
include vulnerability assessments, employee training, and implementation
of advanced security technologies designed to protect retail
environments from breaches and ransomware attacks.
Retail cybersecurity strategies now extend beyond traditional
firewalls and antivirus software. They incorporate multi-factor
authentication, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and zero-trust
network architectures. These measures are essential to protect against
increasingly sophisticated threats such as phishing campaigns and supply
chain attacks targeting retail vendors.
retail-insider.com
Security Revenue Surging Amid AI
Cyberattacks
Cisco security revenue jumps 14% as agentic AI sharpens cyberattacks
With companies confronting more
sophisticated threats, AI agents are driving demand for cybersecurity
tools, CEO Chuck Robbins said.
Cisco’s security revenue surged last quarter as the technology giant saw
growing demand for products designed to protect businesses against
emerging cybersecurity threats, including those enabled by
artificial intelligence agents, the company reported Wednesday.
The company posted $17.3 billion in total revenue for its fiscal 2026
fourth quarter ended July 25, a year-over-year increase of 18%.
Security revenue rose 14% in the quarter to $2.2 billion from a year
earlier.
“The rise of agentic AI is expanding the threat landscape, driving
demand for our security and observability solutions to help monitor
agent behavior and mitigate evolving threats,” CEO Chuck Robbins
said during a Wednesday earnings call.
The revenue surge coincides with increasing reports of AI’s role in
cyberattacks.
IBM’s 2026 Cost of a Data Breach study released last month found that
one in four malicious attacks are AI-enabled, up 56% from the prior
year. Those breaches cost organizations an average of $6 million,
according to the research.
“These attacks, compromised of mostly deepfake impersonation and
AI-enabled malware, are reshaping breach economics,” IBM said in a
press release. “Attacks are getting faster and cheaper to launch, while
breaches keep getting more expensive to find and fix.”
Meanwhile, identity-verification firm Incode estimates that publicly
documented AI-enabled fraud grew more than fivefold between 2023 and
2025.
cybersecuritydive.com
Four corporate investigation mistakes organizations make under pressure
The first hours matter more than leaders assume. Access gets granted,
conversations start, and decisions get made that later affect chain of
custody, privilege, and how regulators judge the process.
Treating an investigation as a technical problem instead of a business
event. Losing track of where sensitive conversations happen. Assuming
you know who is receiving information. Limiting chain of custody to
devices and logs while ignoring findings, interviews, and executive
communications.
helpnetsecurity.com
Police bust cybercrime ring accused of stealing €30 million in four-day
spree
Windows 11’s strongest security defenses can be bypassed without a
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Free Shipping Remains Deciding Factor
Study: Deciding factors in online shopping; least likely items to be
purchased
Americans have some very definite
requirements when it comes to shopping online.
Nearly all consumers (94%) say free shipping is a deciding factor in
where they shop, according to a study by FinanceBuzz conducted in
partnership with Bank of America. Eighty-one percent admit to adding
extra items to their cart in order to hit a free-shipping threshold.
To avoid paying for shipping altogether, 85% of shoppers pay for at
least one subscription service built around free or faster delivery,
led by Amazon Prime and Walmart+, with smaller shares paying for
DashPass, Target Circle 360, or Instacart+.
Return policies, for many, matter just as much as free shipping.
Sixty-nine percent of shoppers say they avoid retailers that don't offer
free returns.
The study of 2,000 U.S. adults found that 93% of Americans regularly
shop online. The average household receives 2.9 packages a week,
equating to about 150 per year.
As items get larger, they also tend to be purchased in-store more
frequently, according to the study. Cars (4%), furniture (18%) and
appliances (22%) were some of the least likely categories to be
purchased online.
Clothing, pet supplies and home decor are all close to an even
three-way split between online, in-person, and "about equally both."
chainstoreage.com
Low-Value Imports Lose Duty Exemption
Federal court confirms end of de minimis exemption
The U.S. Court of International Trade has upheld an executive order
to eliminate an exemption on duties and taxes for select import
shipments.
On Friday, Aug. 29, President Trump’s executive order globally ended
the availability of the de minimis exemption, which eliminated
duties and taxes on imported shipments with an aggregate value of less
than $800. It also allowed them to enter the U.S. while revealing less
information about the contents than other imported shipments.
The exemption was widely leveraged in the retail industry, especially
by global online retailers such as Shein and Temu that specialize in
extremely low-priced apparel and other goods.
Michigan-based auto parts distributor Detroit Axle had filed a
lawsuit against the Trump administration arguing that it did not
have authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or
IEEPA, to revoke the de minimis exemption.
Trump had used IEEPA as the legal basis for the sweeping “reciprocal
tariffs” he issued in April 2025. In February 2026, the U.S. Supreme
Court ruled that IEEPA does not give the Trump Administration the
authority to unilaterally impose tariffs on imported products.
chainstoreage.com
Amazon deploys drones outside U.S. for 1st time
Amazon looks to build second mega-center in eastern CT, promising 500
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Dover, DE: Dover Man Arrested After DSP Recover $50,000 in Stolen
Merchandise
A Dover man has been arrested after a multi-month investigation into the
theft and storage of about $50,000 of merchandise stolen from multiple
retail stores in the Dover area. Delaware State Police received a tip
that 67 year old Michah Cuffee of Dover was recruiting individuals
struggling with drug addiction to steal merchandise from stores in
exchange for drugs or cash. Police determined that the stolen
merchandise was being stored at a motel on North Dupont Highway in
Dover. Police recovered a large quantity of merchandise from the motel
on August 4th – and investigators determined that Cuffee intended to
ship the merchandise to another country. An arrest warrant was obtained
for Cuffee and he turned himself in to police at Troop 9 and was charged
with the below listed offenses: Theft – Organized Retail Crime Over
$1,500 (Felony), Receiving Stolen Property Value Over $1,500 (Felony),
Provide False Statement to Law Enforcement with Intent to Delay/Hinder
Investigation (Felony), Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Cuffee was
arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court, and released on a $8,000
unsecured bond.
wgmd.com
Greenbelt, MD: $48K In Stolen Merchandise, Instagram Sales At Center Of
Multi-State Theft Case
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland and the Prince
George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office (PGCSAO) jointly announced,
today, that multiple individuals face federal and state indictments in
connection with a multi-state organized retail-theft ring that impacted
Prince George’s County and other areas in Maryland, Delaware, and
Pennsylvania. Between October 2025, and April 2026, the co-conspirators
stole more than $48,000 in merchandise from Victim Business 1 stores,
located in Columbia, Maryland; Rockville, Maryland; Timonium, Maryland;
Newark, Delaware; and King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The co-conspirators
engaged in serial, coordinated thefts from Victim Business 1 locations
throughout the Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and
Washington, DC region.
thebaynet.com
Los Angeles, CA: Update: LASD Asks For Help in Identifying ‘Mob-Like’
Burglary Suspects
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is asking the public for
help in identifying 27 individuals in connection with multiple East L.A.
AutoZone burglaries that occurred during “street takeovers” last
weekend. Multiple robberies occurred at the AutoZone located in the 1130
block of S. Atlantic Boulevard. Authorities say a group of unknown
suspects broke into the store by shattering the glass entry doors at
approximately 2:22 a.m. on Aug. 8. The following day, a second burglary
occurred at around 3:30 a.m. The photos shared by LASD were pulled from
security camera video inside the shop. Deputies say the video showed one
suspect breaking the AutoZone entry door as 10 additional suspects
entered. A social post by LASD described the group as being “involved in
a coordinated, mob-like burglary of the business, resulting in
significant loss and damage to the business.”
lamag.com
Hopkinsville, KY: Man Arrested for $1200 Shoplifting, Parole Violation
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Shootings & Deaths
Sacramento, CA: Person found shot near Sacramento County paint supply store
A person suffered at least one gunshot wound Monday morning near a paint supply
store, the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said. Deputies got a call from
fire department officials around 8:30 a.m. about what was originally believed to
have been a vehicle collision along Fulton Avenue near Edison Avenue, the
sheriff's office said. When they got there, deputies found the driver and had
the driver sent to a hospital in unknown condition, the sheriff's office said.
As the investigation continues, the sheriff's office said it learned that the
original call of a vehicle collision was unsubstantiated. The person who was
shot was walking in the area, completely covered and wearing a ski mask.
kcra.com
Florence County, SC: 1 hurt in shooting at Buc-ee’s parking lot
Florence County deputies are investigating an early Monday morning shooting in
the Buc-ee’s parking lot. The shooting happened around 3:40 a.m. at the popular
travel center off I-95. The victim was leaving a nearby retail store when the
shooting happened. The victim did not remember exactly where the shooting
happened, but deputies found eight bullet casings in the Buc-ee’s parking lot,
Florence County Sheriff TJ Joye said.
wmbfnews.com
Robberies, Incidents & Thefts
Lexington, KY: Deputies investigate Walmart shooting threat
Lexington County sheriff’s deputies are working to identify the person who
alerted authorities to a shooting threat at a Walmart store on Sunday, Aug. 16.
On its Facebook page, the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department said it received
a call “about a man armed with a gun threatening to shoot as many people as he
could” in the Walmart Supercenter at 1780 S. Lake Drive in the Red Bank
community south of Lexington. “Deputies responded to the location and cleared
the store,” the LCSD’s Sunday post reads.
lexingtonchronicle.com
Miami, FL: Two UPS employees arrested in Miami-Dade after massive package theft
Two workers at a UPS facility in Doral, Miami-Dade, were arrested on Thursday,
August 13, accused of orchestrating a systematic scheme to steal electronics
that is said to have caused losses exceeding $100,000 since April 2025. The
arrested individuals are Jose Divine Fernandes Correia, 52 years old, a resident
of Pembroke Pines; and Ruth Cristaldo, 53 years old, according to authorities,
as reported in a report from NBC Miami. Both worked the night shift at the
facility located at 13350 NW 17th Street: Fernandes Correia as a package handler
and Cristaldo as a merchandise control employee.
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Clay County, MO: KC man charged after allegedly targeting multiple Targets
A warrant has been issued in Clay County for a Kansas City man following a
reported burglary at a Target in March. William H. Parker, is charged with
second-degree burglary, stealing over $750 worth of items, and first-degree
property damage. According to a probable cause statement, on March 13, officers
were dispatched to the Target at 4375 Northeast Chouteau in Kansas City in
regard to a burglary. Video surveillance showed the suspect breaking open the
glass front door with a sledgehammer and entering the store. Once inside, Parker
was seen breaking several glass displays and placing several items into a duffle
bag before exiting through a fire exit. The estimated total loss was
$12,474.86. Parker was later taken into custody on March 15 by the Mission
Police Department in Kansas following two burglaries that day at two other
Target store locations. Detectives searched Parker’s cell phone and discovered a
Google Maps search for “Winnwood Skate Center”, which is just north of the
Target on Northeast Chouteau.
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Halifax, NS, Canada: Teen accused of stealing merchandise, assaulting security
at Halifax Shopping Centre
Mississauga, ON, Canada: Vehicle attacks and armed robbery hit Canadian
retailers
Niagara Falls, Canada: Pair Arrested for Cannabis Store Robberies
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C-Store – Prescott, AZ
– Armed Robbery
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C-Store - Colorado
Springs, CO – Robbery
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C-Store – Shreveport,
LA – Armed Robbery
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C-Store – Oshkosh, WI
– Robbery
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C-Store – Augusta, GA
– Armed Robbery
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C-Store – Shreveport,
LA – Armed Robbery
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Clothing – King
County, WA – Robbery
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Dollar – Campbell
County, VA – Robbery
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Jewelry- Pittsburgh, PA – Robbery
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Jewelry – Bowling Green, KY – Robbery
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Jewelry – Brooklyn, NY – Robbery
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Jewelry – Nashville, TN – Robbery
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Jewelry – Auburn Hills, MI – Robbery
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Jewelry – Citrus Heights, CA – Armed Robbery
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Mall – New Hartford,
NY – Burglary
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Restaurant –
Massapequa, NY - Burglary
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Restaurant – Mission
Hills, CA – Burglary
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Restaurant – Fresno,
CA – Burglary
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Restaurant – St Paul,
MN – Burglary
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Restaurant – Gibsonton,
FL – Burglary
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Vape – Atlanta, GA –
Burglary
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Walmart –
Hopkinsville, KY – Robbery |
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• 15 robberies
• 7 burglaries
• 0 shootings
• 0 killed |
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