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Leveraging Law Enforcement and Security Measures to Combat ORC

Organized retail crime (ORC) poses a significant challenge to law enforcement and society as a whole. While it is well known that financial losses, public safety concerns, and broader societal impacts are all part of these issues, it is challenging to find a solution as crime rates continue to rise. The purpose of this whitepaper is to explore the role of law enforcement in combating organized retail crime. Retailers and consumers alike are negatively affected, which results in billions of dollars in losses each year. In order to effectively address this issue, law enforcement must work collaboratively with retailers and other stakeholders.

We present strategies and recommendations to enhance the fight against ORC, contributing to the protection of businesses and the safety of communities. A number of challenges associated with ORC are outlined, as well as strategies and best practices that retailers should follow to collaborate effectively with law enforcement and other stakeholders. The whitepaper also discusses solutions and strategies to combat this growing problem.

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The U.S. Crime Surge
The Retail Impact

Has Theft Reached a 'Crisis Point'?
Survey: Retail leaders say theft has hit 'crisis point'
A large number of retailer leaders believe theft continues to remain on the rise and are taking steps to combat it, according to a new survey.

Research commissioned by Avery Dennison and conducted by Opinion Matters found that almost two-thirds (64%) of large retailers in the United Kingdom and the United States agree that the impact of theft has reached a “crisis point.” Forty-two percent of the 300 senior retail leaders representing brands with more than 200 stores who were surveyed believe that theft is more of a concern today than it was twelve months ago.

When asked to list their top five business challenges, the most cited responses were addressing the impact of theft (36%), optimizing omnichannel (27%), increased operating costs (27%), improving staff efficiencies (26%) and retaining customers (24%).

In response to these challenges, retailer leaders said they are fighting back with a combination of anti-theft and loss prevention measures. Over half (53%) say 3% to 4% of their total IT budget is allocated to retail theft detection and prevention, while almost a quarter (23%) are allocating 5% to 6% of their total IT spend. For 57% of the retail leaders surveyed, these budgets equate to an increase in spend over the last two years, but a third (33%) still believe the resources allocated are insufficient.

Respondents listed security guards (27%) as the most effective measure deployed to date followed by facial recognition technology (23%), and RFID tags (21%). Looking ahead, 76% of retail leaders said they are using RFID or plan to begin doing so within the next 24 months. Over a third (38%) plan to deploy AI enabled cameras, while 37% will introduce facial recognition technology within the same period.

“While theft remains a significant concern, shrinkage extends further to include supply chain waste, misplaced inventory, human error and even fraud,” said Francisco Melo, president of solutions group at Avery Dennison. “The impact is substantial. To protect profits and create improved store environments, it is imperative that retailers take a data-led approach to loss prevention. Leveraging advanced track and trace technologies such as RFID, with real-time analytics, will help to turn loss prevention into a proactive operation rather than a reactive one.” chainstoreage.com

The Shocking Story of an ORC 'Queenpin'
How a California Momfluencer Became a Shoplifting Queenpin

Michelle Mack seemed to be living the dream life, until it all came crashing down. Authorities say the alleged mastermind of a multimillion-dollar crime ring delivered a simple order: Steal all the luxury makeup in sight.

Late last summer, Kimora Gooding and Serena Reyes arrived on the East Coast. For the two women in their early twenties, it was a business trip of sorts, or maybe a mission. Their flights, rental car, and hotel rooms had been paid for, and they carried a list of beauty stores to visit and specific items to steal. The plan was to get in and get out, ship the goods to the boss in California, and head home, hopefully without a trace. Gooding and Reyes were pros—they had each hit dozens of stores, according to an affidavit for a federal search warrant, and could scan for merchandise like they had eyes in the backs of their heads.

But what Gooding and Reyes didn’t know is that they were being watched—and had been for a while. Since August 2023, the California Highway Patrol and Homeland Security Investigations had been looking into a series of thefts at Ulta Beauty stores, with assistance from corporate investigators employed by Ulta. The suspects scooped up in the related busts were almost always young women, typically with previous theft arrests. Soon the authorities zeroed in on a group who appeared to be working in concert. Between September 2021 and fall 2023, the group committed over 230 thefts from Ulta Beauty retail stores across the country, stealing thousands of products. According to a complaint filed by California’s attorney general, Rob Bonta, their ground zero appeared to be California, where thefts had occurred in 21 counties, in cities from Sacramento to San Diego, and not just at Ulta, but also at Sephora, Sunglass Hut, and others.

When the investigation was complete, a dozen people had been identified and at least six arrests had been made, including the alleged ringleader: Michelle Mack, a fiftysomething mother of three, who lived in a ritzy suburb near San Diego. On social media, Mack posted photos showing her perky blonde bob, immaculate gel nails, and a faux-Tuscan estate. Friends knew her as a dedicated mom who seemed #blessed with a beautiful family and good fortune, even if it wasn’t apparent where all the money was coming from.

But California law enforcement saw a different side of Mack. To them, she was a middle-aged woman who had spent years recruiting and taking advantage of a team of young women in their twenties and thirties—now known collectively as the “California Girls.” elle.com

NYC Businesses Seek Security Assistance Amid Robbery Surge
Bronx businesses hit with robberies soon to get more security. Here's how they're getting help.
A grant in the Bronx is helping local businesses on Fordham Road improve their security. It's in response to retail theft they say is severely impacting operations. Fordham Road is the largest shopping district in the Bronx. The Fordham Road Business Improvement District believes securing their local businesses will make it safer for everyone.

The Fordham Road BID said they're offering 10 businesses security improvement grants of up to $1,500 to fortify their shops. "Retail theft is something that's been on the rise," said Albert Dalipi, the Director of Marketing, Communications and Outreach at the Fordham Road BID.

Officer Echevarria and his team at the 52nd Precinct have been inspecting local businesses to figure out their security weak spots. They're also working with managers about what security measures should be added.

One measure they might consider are panic buttons. CBS New York saw firsthand how bodegas are using them, which alert a call center and nearby stores when pushed during an incident. "We know of two jewelry stores that have a similar thing," said Dalipi. "They press the panic button if there's an emergency situation going on." cbsnews.com

Lululemon Becoming Top Target for Thieves?
Washington, D.C.-Area Lululemon Stores Struck Repeatedly by Thieves

It seems life is giving one athleisure brand lemons when it comes to retail theft.

Over the past week, Washington, D.C.’s Metropolitan Police Department arrested two separate people accused of stealing from Lululemon stores throughout the district. Police charged Demarco Greene with three counts of first-degree theft, alleging that, on three different occasions—July 10, July 12 and July 16—he stole more than $1,000 worth of merchandise from Lululemon’s stores.

The nation’s capital isn’t the only place Lululemon has been having issues with retail theft. According to the police department in Lake Forest, Ill., a Lululemon store in the town has seen six retail theft incidents over the past three months.

This year, police have also arrested suspects accused of participating in organized retail crimes that included Lululemon in both Philadelphia and Bellevue, Wa. sourcingjournal.com

The Global Fight Against Retail Crime
Australia: Uniting Forces: Collective Action against Retail Crime
Retail crime in Australia has escalated from a minor nuisance to a significant threat, impacting businesses, employees, and consumers alike. The National Retail Association (NRA) and the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) recently joined forces to hold the Retail Crime Symposium in Melbourne, which brought together government, law enforcement, and businesses to discuss and advocate for sweeping changes to enhance the safety of retail staff and business owners. As retail crime becomes increasingly sophisticated and violent, a united front is essential.

The industry estimates that retail theft, both external and internal, is costing Australian businesses up to $9 billion each year. In a recent survey, the NRA found that 85% of respondents feel that business profitability is affected by having to implement strategies to counter retail theft.

Retail crime costs us all. Every single incident erodes profitability for businesses, increases the cost of goods to consumers, endangers frontline staff while also wasting their time, and ultimately reduces the appeal of our retail precincts to customers.

Unified action is our only solution to the mounting issue of retail crime and violence. As criminals become more sophisticated in their undertakings, our sector needs to collaborate with government and law enforcement through coordinated action. nationalretail.org.au

UK: Retail crime 'out of control' in city

Philly residents frustrated by violence

Store Closures Down in 2024 - But 1,400+ Are Still Shuttering
More than 1,400 stores are closing across the US in 2024. Here's the list.

At least 11 retail brands have said they're closing US stores in 2024, totaling up to 1,401 locations.

A Business Insider tally of disclosures from nine retail chain brands found as many as 1,401 stores have closed or are set to close across the US in 2024. The number is down considerably from prior years.

Analysts at UBS think the total number of US retail closures could reach 45,000 over the next five years, led largely by smaller stores going out of business, even as larger firms such as Walmart, Costco, Target, and Home Depot continue to expand.

Topping this year's list is the Dollar Tree-owned Family Dollar, which is set to close at least 600 locations, with more to come as leases expire.

See the full list below:

• Family Dollar: 600 stores
• CVS: 300 stores
• Foot Locker: 113 stores
• Express: 107 stores
• Rite Aid: 77 stores
• Conn's: 71 stores
• Macy's: 50 stores
• Big Lots: 35 to 40 stores
• Foxtrot: 33 stores
• Walmart: 7 stores
• TJX: 3 stores businessinsider.com

Best Buy Banking on AI to Get Out of 'Dry Spell'
Here's how Best Buy is trying to convince customers to replace pandemic-era devices, buy into AI

The consumer electronics retailer is trying to cash in on a much-awaited replacement cycle of pandemic-era purchases and a fresh wave of innovation.

Best Buy on Tuesday announced new plans to try to reverse a two-year sales slump and cash in on a much-awaited replacement cycle of pandemic-era purchases and a fresh wave of innovation.

In an interview with CNBC, CEO Corie Barry said customers told Best Buy that retailers' store experiences and the technology they offer have "lost a bit of [their] sparkle." She added the consumer electronics innovation has hit a dry spell.

One of Best Buy's major hopes to drive sales comes from artificial intelligence-enabled laptops and smartphones. cnbc.com

4 key trends Walmart says the retail sector is facing
Walmart says it’s stepping into a new era of retail – and to keep up with consumers, it must predict what shoppers need.

Conn’s files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Study Finds Treasurer Role Misunderstood by 53% of C-Suite Peers

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Hackers Targeting Retailers
What Can Retailers Do To Improve Cybersecurity?
As the world makes its way across the constantly changing landscape of cyber threats and attacks, each more sophisticated than previously recognised, being proactive is better than being reactive if and when a breach occurs. 2024 could witness a record of data breaches. Future attempts by hackers will affect companies with lots of customers – and, by default, sensitive data – and retail organisations must implement actionable steps to save time, money, and reputation in the long run. Malicious actors’ tactics, techniques, and procedures can be complex and multifaceted, meaning you should react accordingly.

The scale of the problem is unbelievable, so organisations must now operate with a greater understanding of malicious attempts, which must be dealt with as soon as possible. There’s no one-size-fits-all formula to protect yourself from the attack methods hackers use because today’s operations span across various devices, systems, and locations, so your strategy is unique to your business and goals. Nevertheless, here are some best practices to prevent a security breach:

Perform A Cybersecurity Risk Assessment to Identify Vulnerabilities

Every organisation that has internet connectivity and some kind of IT infrastructure is at risk of a cyberattack. Retail is, by far, one of the most targeted industries for hacking disruption because it stores huge amounts of payment information, has a diverse list of sellers (suppliers, consultants, etc.), and the rate at which employees leave or are replaced is high. Undertake routine cybersecurity risk assessments to lessen the extent of the problem by isolating or containing threats. Malware, social engineering, and distributed denial of service, to name a few, are signs a malicious actor is trying to gain unauthorised access.

We’ll take you through the process step by step:

• Specify the risk assessment parameters: A critical decision you need to make is whether you’ll evaluate the entire organisation or a specific aspect of the business, like a web application or payment processing. It’s not recommended to have a compliance-oriented or checklist approach when carrying out a cybersecurity risk assessment because ticking all the boxes doesn’t mean you’re not exposed to any risk.

• Identify cybersecurity risks: You can’t protect what you don’t know, so discover all the potential risks your business could face. Which ones are likely to occur and have the most significant impact? An SQL injection, for instance, can bypass application security measures, allowing threat actors to tamper with existing data to void transactions or change balances.

• Document and communicate risks effectively: The job isn’t finished until the paperwork is done. Have a clear and concise overview of all risk scenarios and your strategies for protecting sensitive information and systems, which must be reviewed on a regular basis and updated to guarantee your business and its consumers are effectively protected.

Know Your Current Security Posture - Have A Disaster Recovery Plan to Respond Effectively to A Cyberattack - The Takeaway 365retail.co.uk

Bad Actors Pounce as Users Recover from Global Outage
Low-level cybercriminals are pouncing on CrowdStrike-connected outage

The malicious activity comes as CrowdStrike customers continue to recover from the July 18 outage.

Five days after a faulty update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon security software hobbled millions of Windows computers around the world, cybercriminals and hacktivist personas are taking advantage of the situation with newly registered domains, malware attached to files with CrowdStrike-themed names and at least one apparent instance of a data wiper.

CrowdStrike has documented multiple instances of likely criminal activity tied to the incident, including a Word document laced with the Daolpu information stealer and a zip file targeting Latin American-based CrowdStrike customers with the HijackLoader malware, which is typically used to deliver other malware packages, and a Python-based information stealer tracked as “Connecio.”

Additionally, a phishing email with a PDF purporting to explain how to remediate last week’s Falcon issue delivered a zip file laced with wiper malware, according to sandbox company ANY.RUN, which called it one of the most “sophisticated” outage-related attacks thus far.

Jose Enrique Hernandez, threat research director at Splunk, said in a Tuesday post on X that he identified more than 2,000 CrowdStrike-related domains registered in the past seven days. An analysis of the top 25 suggests that “most of them are looking pretty funky,” Hernandez wrote. cyberscoop.com

Infostealing Attacks Across the Globe
Cyberattackers Exploit Microsoft SmartScreen Bug in Stealer Campaign

The good news: Only organizations far behind on standard Windows patching have anything to worry about.

A Microsoft Defender SmartScreen vulnerability that was patched in February is still being used in infostealing attacks across the globe.

Now, five months later, Fortinet has flagged yet another campaign involving two more stealers: Meduza and ACR. Attacks thus far have reached the US, Spain, and Thailand.

Sometimes, organizations take their time updating third-party software. By contrast, "The attackers in this case are taking advantage of software that's native on Microsoft Windows, which would be updated in normal Microsoft patch cycles," notes Aamir Lakhani, global security strategist and researcher at Fortinet. "It's a little unclear and concerning when these vulnerabilities are not patched, because it could indicate there are other Microsoft vulnerabilities that are not being patched as well." darkreading.com

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The Importance of Cannabis Security Guards
Security Guard Roles in the Cannabis Industry
Cannabis and medical marijuana businesses can be at higher risk of crime than "regular retail stores" since they carry copious amounts of cash along with products that are valuable and "readily resold." Hiring trained and licensed security professionals is the answer many businesses have accepted to prevent crime and protect their goods, employees, and customers.

Roles for All Cannabis Business Security Guards

The presence of security guards ensures the customers' faith in the reputation of the brand and improves their overall sense of safety in the store. The role of security guards changes depending on which part of the seed-to-sale process - and what type of business license - they handle protecting. Each stage of production has its own demands and unique risks, and guards must adapt to individual situations and be up to speed on all the relevant certifications, training, licensing, or installed security fixes.

Staples of the role include keeping an inquisitive eye by walking and monitoring the premises, communicating, and aiding customers/visitors, and acting as a physical deterrent to intruders. The ultimate goal of security guards in a cannabis business is to reduce the risk of potential theft or diversion. Whether the business is in the first stages of cultivation, up through manufacturing and processing, to full-on retail, which includes delivery and distribution, security guards can serve to increase security at a cannabis business.

Security Guard Responsibilities

Security Presence and Crime Deterrent - A security guard's primary role is securing the premises and protecting all employees and customers/visitors during hours of operation. If they have a certificate in firearm training along with - in some states - the approval of the chief of police, they can be allowed to carry a weapon. They should establish a security presence that is peaceful and reassuring, allowing for normal operation. Guards take the responsibility of security off the shoulders of employees who then can be more comfortable and productive in their required job functions. Increasingly, individuals with military and law enforcement backgrounds are flocking to cannabis security guard positions and their experience and ability only bolster the facility they are protecting.

Manage the Flow of Customers - Beyond protection, security guards are important to a retail operation. If stationed in the dispensary's reception area, they can allow verify the identification of customers, visitors, patients, and caregivers and provide access to the retail area or direct them as necessary.

Monitor the Facility - By using video surveillance, security guards can conduct virtual external and internal patrols, monitor points of ingress and egress, and ensure individuals restricted to their authorized areas. Despite visual access to cannabis storage areas, security guards are typically not allowed access to cannabis unless escorted by management. Thus, security guards must keep a "watchful and vigilant eye" within their domain but acknowledge their own access limitations within the facility. sapphirerisk.com

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The Evolving Cannabis Security Landscape
Commercial Security Meets the Needs of Evolving Cannabis Industry
The shifting legal landscape aside, the dynamic increase in legal cannabis businesses represents a new growth market for commercial security providers, along with responsibilities for integrators to apply their professional expertise in risk assessment, project management, and innovative technologies to implement code-compliant systems that best protect these emerging, high-risk enterprises.

Cash Businesses

Until federal legislation is passed to ease banking restrictions, most cannabis dispensaries are forced to remain cash-heavy operations. Dealing in a high-demand, highly regulated product like cannabis increases the potential for armed robbery and burglary, as well as internal theft, tampering, counterfeiting, organized retail crime, and even espionage. Therefore, the need is urgent for these cannabis businesses to seek experienced security, fire, and life safety professionals to evaluate risks with a critical eye on the specific type of operation - whether that be a dispensary, manufacturing site, or cultivation facility.

Licensing - Don't Go There Alone

Before the conversation about security, fire, and life safety solutions can begin, cannabis businesses must first become licensed to operate in their city and state by meeting compliance standards and navigating the extremely complicated and competitive licensing process. As independent-spirited entrepreneurs, new cannabis business owners may be accustomed to making decisions and doing things on their own. So, it may be unusual for them to seek professional guidance for the rigorous, detailed security requirements mandated by licensing authorities. This is where identifying a trusted security partner is absolutely critical.

Safety Training, Compliance, & Security Interwoven | Innovation Systems to Improve Business Operations | Preparing for the Future Today: sapphirerisk.com

Will Marijuana Legalization Become a Campaign Issue?
Where Does Kamala Harris Stand On Marijuana?
With U.S. President Joe Biden stepping aside for the presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, her potential candidacy for the 2024 election against Donald Trump brings attention to her stance on multiple issues, including marijuana.

Harris’ Evolving Attitude Toward Cannabis

While marijuana may not be a central issue in this presidential campaign, the industry is at a turning point, as Biden has initiated a review to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. This would ease the tax burden on businesses and place marijuana in a category with less dangerous substances.

Therefore, understanding Harris’s evolving stance on marijuana helps clarify her past position and the reasons behind her current support for marijuana reform, as well as what we can expect from her in a potential presidential campaign. cannabisbusinessexecutive.com

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear endorses federal effort to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug

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Amazon's Fake Review Lawsuit in the News
Amazon, Better Business Bureau file joint lawsuit in fight over fake reviews

It’s the e-commerce giant’s first joint lawsuit tackling fake review brokers, and aims to shut down ReviewServiceUSA.com.

In the fight over fake reviews, Amazon and the Better Business Bureau have filed a joint lawsuit against ReviewServiceUSA.com for allegedly selling fraudulent positive reviews to “bad actors” on Amazon product pages and Better Business Bureau profiles, the e-commerce giant announced Thursday.

In a lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, the two entities alleged that ReviewServiceUSA.com used counterfeit customer accounts to post fake positive reviews to “misleadingly inflate” product or business rankings and ratings.

The two companies are aiming to use the lawsuit to shutter ReviewServiceUSA’s business, per the press release. The legal action is Amazon’s first joint lawsuit filed against fake review brokers. ReviewServiceUSA did not immediately respond to Retail Dive’s request for comment regarding the lawsuit.

With the lawsuit that Amazon has filed in conjunction with the Better Business Bureau, the e-commerce company continues to enlist the courts in its quest to quash fake review posters. In 2022, the company sued AppSally and Rebatest, alleging that they coordinated free items or money in exchange for posting false product reviews.

In its lawsuit announcement, Amazon noted that it “invests significant resources” to stop fake reviews, including using machine-learning models and investigators to determine whether reviews are genuine. retaildive.com

Amazon Has Lost More Than $25 Billion from Alexa Devices
Alexa Is in Millions of Households—and Amazon Is Losing Billions

Company’s strategy to set prices low for Echo speakers and other smart devices, expecting them to generate income elsewhere in the tech giant, hasn’t paid off

Amazon’s Echo smart speakers — home to the virtual personal assistant Alexa — have sparked billions of dollars in losses for the company despite strong sales and household name recognition around the world, according to a report.

CEO Andy Jassy — who took the helm of the Settle-based e-tailing giant in 2021 after billionaire founder Jeff Bezos stepped down — has set his sights on cutting costs, and the smart device business is reportedly on the chopping block.

Amazon has sold more than 500 million Alexa devices as of 2023. But between 2017 and 2021, the company lost more than $25 billion from its devices business, according to internal documents reviewed by the Wall Street Journal.

Since Alexa and Echo products first launched in 2014, they have been sold at rock-bottom prices — both to compete with rivals and to incentivize customers, so the product would become widely used. Amazon expected the speakers would lead to future purchases, with customers speaking to Alexa to order goods off Amazon. nypost.com

Better Business Bureau: Stay alert while shopping online

Antioch, CA: Update: Police seek suspect in $500,000 jewelry theft from Antioch JCPenney store
Community, take a good look at these videos and help us find the man behind this jewelry smash and grab that happened at JCPenney in the Slatten Ranch shopping center off Slatten Ranch Road and Empire Avenue. We were just made aware of this theft that happened on June 15th. Antioch police officers responded to an alarm call just after 10:00 p.m. from the JCPenney on Slatten Ranch Road. Officers reviewed the store surveillance video which shows the suspect approaching the glass jewelry cases, taking a hammer or tool, smashing the glass and taking off with nearly half-a-million dollars in jewelry. antiochherald.com

Cold Lake AB, Canada: Charges laid after $80,000 worth of electronics stolen from Cold Lake Staples store
Charges have now been laid following a break and enter that occurred in April in Cold Lake where about $80,000 worth of computers, tablets, mobile devices and other electronics were reportedly stolen. On April 13, Cold Lake RCMP responded to a break and enter in progress at the Staples store in the Tri-City area. "The suspects appeared to have disabled the power to the building and cut a hole in the wall to gain access," according to information released by RCMP on July 23. "The suspects left the Staples in a truck when police arrived on scene and were not located at the time." stalbertgazette.com

Denver, CO: High-priced jewelry heist hits Cherry Creek Mall jeweler
A high-end Cherry Creek jewelry store was burglarized on Monday — it appears to be a jewelry heist taken right out of a movie script. 9NEWS Investigates did some digging on this story because the store seems to be keeping the details of the burglary quiet. Denver Police confirms the Hyde Park Jewelers store in the Cherry Creek Mall was burglarized in the early morning hours on Monday, while the mall was closed. Police confirmed several items were stolen, but they won't say what or how much the stolen jewelry is worth. The store is located on the second level of the mall, right outside the entrances to Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. On most days, when you walk past the store, you usually see one or two security guards always keeping watch. patrolling the storefront. A quick tour of the store's website shows Rolexes, diamond bracelets and earrings, some priced as high as $40,000 or more. 9news.com

‘Mount Dora, FL: Magician’ thief nabs 11 rings worth $27K in heist at Mount Dora jewelry store
The Mount Dora Police Department is looking for four “master illusionists” after $27,000 worth of jewelry was stolen from a jewelry shop earlier this month. The department said the “jewelry heist” happened around 5 p.m. on July 14 at Mount Dora Gold Exchange. According to a Facebook post, a man and three women entered the store “expressing interest in buying jewelry.” “While the owner was showing jewelry to the individuals, one of the females went into the safe box and began taking jewelry from the safe and concealing the items underneath her dress,” a flyer reads. “One of them was playing magician and making 11 rings disappear—right under her dress!” Police said there were 11 rings taken, valuing at $27,000 total. clickorlando.com

Raleigh, NC: Car stolen from Raleigh home crashes into Vape store; $7000 loss to theft and damages

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Shootings & Deaths

Atlanta, GA: Man shot to death in Old Fourth Ward identified as owner of popular Buckhead seafood restaurant
A 33-year-old restaurant owner is dead, and his killer is still on the run. Investigators said someone shot and killed Chad Dillon as he sat in his Rolls Royce SUV. It happened Tuesday afternoon, as Dillon worked on the opening of his new restaurant on John Wesley Dobbs Avenue in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood. Dawson works at Dillon’s Buckhead restaurant, “The Boiler Seafood and Crab Boil.” Witnesses said they heard about 14 gunshots at the scene. Dillon died at the hospital. The shooter or shooters took off. “This appears to be a targeted incident, this isn’t random,” said Lt. Andrew Smith with the Atlanta Police Department. wsbtv.com

San Antonio, TX: Police ask for help in locating woman suspected of killing San Antonio restaurant manager
The San Antonio Police Department has identified a woman they believe shot and killed the manager at a local Sonic restaurant. After receiving several tips, SAPD says they are looking for Adiah Roberson. Police say Roberson shot and killed Daniel Shrewsbury at the Sonic in the 5500 block of Babcock Road after they got into an argument over money. A warrant has been issued for her arrest. ktsa.com

Pittsburgh, PA: Man shot, killed outside Pittsburgh convenience store
A man was shot and killed outside a convenience store in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood. Police said they were called to Amanda Street for reports of a man shot outside Triangle Mart shortly before 4 p.m. on Wednesday. When first responders got there, they found a 51-year-old at the back of the building with a gunshot wound to his chest, police said. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition, where he later died. His identity hasn't been released. cbsnews.com

Toronto, Canada: Dad's anguished cries pierce air after Scarborough 'gun battle' leaves 2 dead, 2 hurt
Those were the anguished cries from a father looking for a son believed to have been gunned down early Wednesday outside of a Scarborough plaza. Darryl McCann had to be restrained by two police officers as he barreled into the crime scene strewn with over 50 shell casings after two people were shot dead, including a woman, and two others were serious hurt during what was described a “gun battle.” Toronto Police said the deadly quadruple shooting occurred in the parking lot of a strip mall on Ellesmere Rd. near Birkdale Rd. — located between Midland Ave. and Brimley Rd. around 2:30 a.m. The shooting deaths marked the 49th and 50th homicides of the year in Toronto. torontosun.com

San Jose, CA: San Jose smoke shop owner shot, nearly killed in robbery over Rolex watch
A South Bay business owner is recovering after a violent store robbery and is now determined to get justice. Jai Patel, owner of neighboring businesses, Dab Society Glass Gallery & Smoke Shop and CBD Farmacy, was shot by masked robbers inside his San Jose business. His injuries were potentially life-threatening. "I have about roughly 80 stitches on my body currently and broken bones of course," Patel said from his hospital bed, "My artery was - the main artery was shot at so, I lost a lot of blood, about 35 pints of blood." abc7news.com

Philadelphia, PA: Suspect sought after armed robbery in Kensington leaves man critically injured
Philadelphia police are searching for a suspect who they say critically injured a man during an armed robbery in Kensington. It happened on July 12 along the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue. Investigators released surveillance video of the incident on Wednesday. Police say the suspect robbed the victim inside a convenience store. When the victim confronted the suspect outside, police say the suspect shot him in the neck. 6abc.com

Robberies, Incidents & Thefts

Oakland, CA: Popular Oakland restaurant burglarized for 7th time in 4 years
The owner of a popular Oakland restaurant says he's fed up after his business was burglarized for the seventh time in the last four years. The latest incident happened early Wednesday morning. Surveillance video was shared with ABC7 News from Kitchen Story on College Avenue in Rockridge. You can see the burglar try to pry open a door -- unsuccessfully -- and then run off. The suspect didn't get away with anything this time, but outside the restaurant, you can see the damage. Kitchen Story's front door was bashed in -- and the owner says repairing the glass has cost him thousands of dollars each time this has happened. Now, he's questioning why Oakland Police don't patrol the area. abc7news.com

San Bernardino County, CA: Robbery, pursuit in Southern California ends with foot chase inside Walmart
Five men wanted in connection with an alleged robbery in Bakersfield were arrested after a high-speed pursuit and a foot chase that ended inside a Walmart in San Bernardino County, authorities announced. The incident unfolded just before noon Wednesday when police in Bakersfield requested the assistance of deputies with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department in apprehending the suspects as they were driving southbound on Highway 395 toward Adelanto in a black Mercedes-Benz. SBSD deputies and officers with the California Highway Patrol, along with a CHP helicopter, spotted the suspect vehicle traveling at speeds of more than 100 miles an hour while passing other cars on the shoulder of the highway. “Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver refused to yield and continued to drive with complete disregard for public safety,” an SBSD news release stated. When the driver pulled into a Walmart parking lot in Victorville, four suspects jumped out of the vehicle and ran into the store, while the driver of the Mercedes sped off. Authorities said that Walmart employees quickly worked to evacuate their customers to a safe location as deputies, including a K-9 unit, searched the store for the four suspects and ultimately took them into custody. The driver of the Mercedes was also arrested after a short pursuit, officials added. ktla.com

Spokane, WA: Multiple armed robberies in North Spokane within one week

Las Vegas, NV: Las Vegas Metro Police investigating 7 Burglaries at Smoke shops since March 2024

Pittsburgh, PA: 2 men facing charges after allegedly using skimming devices in Pittsburgh-area grocery store

• C-Store – Philadelphia, PA – Armed Robbery / Emp wounded
• C-Store – Los Angeles, CA – Armed Robbery
• C-Store – Spokane, WA – Armed Robbery
• C-Store – Las Vegas, NV – Armed Robbery
• C-Store – Canoga Park, CA – Armed Robbery
• Jewelry – Denver, CO – Burglary
• Jewelry – Los Angeles, CA – Burglary
• Jewelry - Valparaiso, IN - Burglary
• Jewelry - Beaufort, SC - Robbery
• Jewelry - Barboursville, WV - Robbery
• Jewelry - Marlborough MA – Robbery
• Marijuana – Bend, OR – Armed Robbery
• Restaurant – Chicago, IL – Burglary
• Restaurant – Laredo, TX – Burglary
• Restaurant – Oakland, CA - Burglary
• Shoe – Bakersfield, CA – Robbery
• Tobacco – San Jose, CA – Armed Robbery / owner injured
• Vape – Raleigh, NC – Burglary
• Vape – Plainwell, MI - Robbery
• Vape – Las Vegas, NV – Burglary

Daily Totals:
• 12 robberies
• 8 burglaries
• 2 shootings
• 0 killed

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None to report.

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