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Protos Security Whitepaper

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.

Download this whitepaper to learn more about law enforcement's vital role in creating a safer environment for society and communities while reducing organized retail crime.

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The U.S. Crime Surge
The Retail Impact


AI Recognition Tech to Fight Shoplifters in Real Time
Retail owners using artificial intelligence to detect shoplifting in real time
Forbes recently surveyed retail store owners and found that nearly four out of five lose between $500 and $2,500 a month due to shoplifting. Some of them are turning to artificial intelligence to catch shoppers in the act.

Shoppers who feel they can sneak a buy-one-get-one-free deal past the counter might have a little more trouble doing so past a specific set of cameras. The cameras have AI recognition technology installed, alerting the owner if someone tries to grab a snack without paying for it.

"Veesion is artificial intelligence that you plug into existing cameras to detect gestures associated with potential shoplifting. So, people putting items in the jacket, trousers, backpack or purse for example," said Veesion co-founder Benoit Koenig.

Veesion has entered 4,000 stores worldwide — 500 in the U.S. — and that number is growing. Its algorithm analyzes several different cameras simultaneously, looking for subtle cues in a way the human eye cannot keep up with.

"The first component is human detection with the red or green square you can see around each person," Koenig said. "The second component is called pause estimation to estimate the position of all the body parts. The third component is called object recognition to detect a backpack or purse instead of a shopping bag or shopping cart. All those components together will provide you with the probability of any gesture at any time."

Since the technology is solely analyzing body movements, Koenig says Veesion is better at avoiding bias when detecting shoplifters than those behind the counter.

"The algorithm doesn't care about what people look like, it cares about gestures. It looks at body movement and will pick up on a gesture to place an item in the jacket, in the trousers, in a backpack, or purse," he said.

If someone tried to pocket some chips without paying, Koenig said, "That will generate a small video alert on the mobile phone of the store owner in real-time so they can actually ask the client if they need help, if they need a basket so people know that they're being watched. It probably deters the attempt before it actually happens."  cbsnews.com


Shutting Down ORC Rings & the Online Black Market
California law could shut down the market for stolen retail goods

State bill requires online marketplaces to ensure that organized theft rings aren't using platforms to fence their loot

Nowadays, stolen goods are commonly offered up for sale on internet marketplaces such as Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp and Craigslist. And we, the purchaser, often have no way of knowing if the items being sold were stolen.

The problem is, some online marketplaces don’t verify whether sellers on their sites are legitimate, leaving us in the circumstance where we might unwittingly purchase a stolen good.

And if the item we bought was stolen, there’s a good chance it was stolen by someone working for an organized retail theft ring that directed the person to steal specific items.

Law enforcement and retailers say that’s increasingly how organized retail theft works: The ringleaders of large-scale operations hire and pay “workers” to rob brick-and-mortars stores, and then the ringleaders make millions selling the ill-gotten goods online.

That’s why the Legislature needs to pass SB 1144, commonsense legislation that will curb organized retail theft and ensure that consumers aren’t inadvertently buying items from a smash and grab. Under SB 1144, online marketplaces must ensure that organized theft rings are not using their platforms to fence stolen goods.

SB 1144 is supported by a large coalition of retailers, law enforcement, and cities and counties and is part of the Legislature’s Safer California Plan — a bill package with proven strategies for reducing crime and drug addiction.

SB 1144 is also a follow-up to a 2022 law, SB 301, that established California’s first-in-the-nation regulations of online marketplaces to combat retail theft. Law enforcement and retailers say SB 301 has been effective, but over the past year, organized rings have found a way to circumvent it.  siliconvalley.com


Is Appointment-Only Retail a Solution to the Theft Surge?
Instead of closing its San Francisco store, Saks pivoted to appoint-only

Luxury retailer tries drastic security measure for in-store crime
Saks Fifth Avenue is one such retailer that has grappled with an uptick in theft, particularly in some harder hit areas like San Francisco.

Thanks to a rise in retail theft, armed robberies, and inventory shrink, many retailers have left San Francisco, leaving vacancies at popular malls like the downtown San Francisco Centre, formerly a Westfield shopping center.

Some retailers that have left the once popular downtown shopping district include:

Nordstrom
Nordstrom Rack
The North Face
Hollister
Adidas
Lego
Anthropologie
Old Navy
Express
Whole Foods


But Saks has decided to take a different approach.

Rather than leaving San Francisco, Saks will pivot its in-store shopping experience to appointment only, meaning any customers looking to peruse its luxury shelves will have to make an appointment ahead of time to gain access.

The change, which is the first of its kind for department stores in the United States, will take effect on Aug. 28. thestreet.com


Big Cities Continue to Get State Funds to Fight ORC
Portland police getting half a million dollars from the state to fight shoplifters
The effort to curb retail theft in Portland is getting a half-million-dollar boost from the state. The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) will receive the first disbursement in September.

“This gives us the ability to hire officers on overtime to engage in this proactive work on the street,” said PPB’s North Precinct Commander Rob Simon said.

The Oregon Criminal Justice Commission is giving PPB $474,244 to combat theft from businesses. The money comes from the state’s Organized Retail Theft Grant Program.

PPB says many retail thieves are involved in organized theft rings or other serious crimes involving guns and drugs. They hope cracking down retail theft in highly impacted areas and catching prolific thieves will help improve general livability and will help reduce crime for the entire business community.

The first disbursement of the awarded funds is expected to be released in early September.

Retail theft missions work directly with our retail partners to identify, apprehend, and work toward prosecution of these offenders. Following each retail theft mission, officers conduct follow-up and work closely with the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office (MCDA) toward prosecution of these cases.

Retail theft is often more than just shoplifting items for personal use. Many suspects are involved in organized theft rings, which steal items that can easily be sold for cash in the secondary market or returned to stores for a “refund.” Returning or attempting to return stolen property, no matter the value, is a class-C felony. katu.com  portlandoregon.gov
 
RELATED: Washington County DA’s office awarded $1.5M to counter retail theft


Surge in 'Organized Package Thefts'
Investigators warn of organized package theft rings; what you should know to keep property safe
A trend is happening across the country as thieves are stealing packages containing iPhones just minutes, or even seconds, after delivery. Police say it’s happening in the immediate area and they aren’t just getting lucky, but are sophisticated.

"People are stealing a lot of things. Theft is up," said Anthony Mongeluzo.

In Jersey, Stafford Township Police posted on its Facebook page a warning informing residents about an increase in organized package thefts. They say criminals fraudulently obtain tracking numbers for packages, often containing Apple iPhones, and sell the information to theft crews.

The thieves then get delivery notifications. "They're very brazen. It is like nothing I have ever seen," said Mongeluzo. He is the president of PCS LLC, a pro computer service.  fox29.com


Politics & Crime Collide
How Minnesota Crime Rate Compares to Rest of US
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will be the country's next vice president if the Democrats win the upcoming election, but what is his state's crime rate and how does it compare to others?

Minnesota is roughly in the middle when it comes to safety, ranked 29th in a list of the most dangerous states in the U.S. compiled by Forbes Advisor in March. Using 2022 figures from the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Forbes calculated a 2.81 violent crime rate per 1,000 residents in the state, with a one in 356 chance of being a victim of a violent crime.

This is significantly better than New Mexico, the most dangerous state, which had a violent crime rate of 7.80, but well over the 1.26 rate in the safest state, New Hampshire.

It has a better violent crime rate per 1,000 residents than most of the states surrounding it—Wisconsin (2.97), South Dakota (3.77) and Iowa (2.87). North Dakota is just slightly under Minnesota with a rate of 2.80. newsweek.com


Washington State AG highlights progress in tackling organized retail crime

Deschutes Co., OR To Receive Grant To Combat Retail Theft
 



Will the Kroger-Albertsons Merger Ever Get Done?
Kroger and Albertsons: A Case Study in Operational Resilience

Both companies navigate merger uncertainty by staying focused on value creation models

The latest twist in the Kroger-Albertsons merger saga is fueling more uncertainty about whether this deal will ever get done.

On July 25, the retailers and the state of Colorado all agreed to an order to again delay the proposed $24.6 billion merger between The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos. The order grants a temporary injunction, and Kroger and Albertsons now must wait until a September trial to see whether they can move forward with their plans to merge.

But CEO Rodney McMullen says that no matter what happens with the merger — or the economy or the consumer, for that matter — Kroger’s strategy remains the same: solving problems for customers.

Racked by Delays

Since Cincinnati-based Kroger, which has annual revenue of $150 billion and more than 414,000 associates, revealed plans to merge with Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons in October 2022, federal and state lawsuits have piled up, on top of attacks from unions, the media and anyone who loves to shop at grocery stores. The lawsuits are in various stages of litigation, and the bad press for Kroger has been relentless. It’s a bad time to be a couple of unionized supermarket chains trying to merge so as to compete with non-union grocery giants such as Walmart and Costco.

Meanwhile, consumers are feeling squeezed by inflationary grocery prices and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is eager to fight any move by retailers that might be seen as anti-competitive progressivegrocer.com


Bringing a Government-Run Grocery Store to Chicago
Is a City-Owned Grocery Store Coming to Chicago?

Feasibility study deems concept needed and doable

A government grocery store has moved closer from speculation to possibility in one major market. According to the Chicago Tribune, a study conducted by the HR&A consulting firm concluded that a city-owned supermarket is “necessary, feasible and implementable.”

The outside analysts suggested that the city work with a nonprofit grocery operator to run such markets. A network of three stores is estimated to cost at least $27.7 million.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson brought up the idea in 2023, announcing that his administration would work with the nonprofit Economic Security Project to explore the retail option. A year later, the study affirmed the need for such a store, based on the number of local food deserts and a lack of access to fresh foods in some neighborhoods. The authors asserted that grocers are “typically unwilling to take the market risk that these neighborhoods present.”  progressivegrocer.com


The Facial Recognition Expansion Continues for Security Purposes
Facial recognition expanding at Universal Studios Florida
Face biometrics for access control are increasingly being implemented in theme parks around the world. Universal Orlando Resort is incorporating facial recognition systems in its parks to streamline entry, and now also at individual rides and attractions.

The biometric security system is designed to identify individuals and prevent unauthorized access. In 2023, Mark Woodbury, CEO of Universal Destinations and Experiences, announced that adopting facial recognition was a strategic priority for the theme parks. biometricupdate.com


Southeastern Grocers Hands Out Scholarships to Deserving Employees
Each recipient will receive $3,000 to cover costs associated with courses, books and more.

Store closures a factor in Allbirds Q2 sales nosedive

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KangaSafe™: Versatile Product Protection
Pouches for Retail Security


Safeguard a multitude of various types of merchandise with siffron's KangaSafe™ security pouches. Easy to setup and apply, KangaSafe™ provides reusable protection against theft of valuable store merchandise, such as electronics, tools, seafood, or age-restricted items like alcohol, tobacco, vapes, and smoking accessories. Place the merchandise into the conductive, tamper-proof pouch, seal, and done! If pouches are cut or damaged before being unlocked by store personnel, or if the pouches pass through EAS gate, the tags will alarm.

No clunky safers or spider cables are necessary. KangaSafe™ security pouches work with a variety of sizes and shapes of merchandise. KangaSafe is also food safe and works in freezers and cold storage applications.

Tamper-proof pouch
Reduce theft
Easy to apply
Variety of sizes
Food safe - pouches are composed of PT and PET material
Freezer safe (up to -20°C optional)
Reusable - over 1000 pouch-to-tag connections
Custom sizes available fast with minimum order quantities

KangaSafe™ security pouches are available now from siffron and are perfect for grocery stores, specialty stores, electronics, and more.


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'Criminals are preying on Windows users'
Software subject of CISA, cybersecurity warnings
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency added a vulnerability in Microsoft's Windows 10 software to a list of exploited security weak spots. The listing advised users to stop using software or utilize a patch through Windows.

CISA said that it did not know if the vulnerability, titled CVE-2018-0824, had been used in a ransomware campaign but a CISCO Talos report released Thursday said that a Chinese hacking group utilized the vulnerability in an attack on a Taiwanese government research center. The report said the center was, "likely compromised."

Second organization issues Windows warning

CISA was not the only organization to issue a warning to Windows users Monday. "Criminals are preying on Windows users yet again, this time in an effort to hit them with a keylogger that can also steal credentials and take screenshots," enterprise technology news site the Register reported Monday.

The outlet reported that FortiGuard Labs, a threat intelligence agency, found an uptick in malware attacks with SnakeKeylogger. The malware is known to steal credentials and record keystrokes in infected machines.

It was originally sold on a subscription basis on Russian crime forums and became a major threat in 2020, according to the Register.

The warnings come on the heels of the "Crowdstrike outage" in July, where a defective software update rendered devices using Windows software useless for hours. usatoday.com


Thousands of Companies Impacted by MOVEit Attack Spree
Progress Software says SEC declines to pursue action related to MOVEit exploitation spree

The decision comes just weeks after a federal court dismissed most of the SEC’s civil fraud case against SolarWinds.

AdvertisementProgress Software said the Securities and Exchange Commission does not currently intend to recommend any enforcement action against it following an investigation into the MOVEit file-transfer service vulnerability, the company said in a disclosure with the agency.

Thousands of companies, government agencies and other organizations were impacted by the attack spree, where millions of downstream customers had sensitive data stolen.

“The SEC’s decision to conclude its investigation and not pursue any enforcement action represents a significant step forward for Progress,” a spokesperson for the company said via email. “We have cooperated fully and in good faith throughout the fact finding inquiry and are pleased with this outcome.”

The company is still dealing with extensive regulatory fallout from the Federal Trade Commission, state attorneys general and class action lawsuits. An SEC spokesman said the agency “does not comment on the existence or nonexistence of a possible investigation.”

The decision not to pursue enforcement actions comes just weeks after a federal district court dismissed most of the civil charges in an SEC case against SolarWinds cybersecuritydive.com


Blacksuit Ransomware Strain Seeking Big Paydays
FBI and CISA Warn of BlackSuit Ransomware That Demands Up to $500 Million
The ransomware strain known as BlackSuit has demanded as much as $500 million in ransoms to date, with one individual ransom demand hitting $60 million.

That's according to an updated advisory from the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

"BlackSuit actors have exhibited a willingness to negotiate payment amounts," the agencies said. "Ransom amounts are not part of the initial ransom note, but require direct interaction with the threat actor via a .onion URL (reachable through the Tor browser) provided after encryption."

Attacks involving ransomware have targeted several critical infrastructure sectors spanning commercial facilities, healthcare and public health, government facilities, and critical manufacturing.

An evolution of the Royal ransomware, it leverages the initial access obtained via phishing emails to disarm antivirus software and exfiltrate sensitive data before ultimately deploying the ransomware and encrypting the systems. thehackernews.com


Microsoft 365 anti-phishing alert “erased” with one simple trick

CrowdStrike snafu was a ‘dress rehearsal’ for critical infrastructure disruptions, CISA director says


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Businesses Take Online Reviews Seriously
The good, the bad and the awful – how business reacts to online reviews
The short answer is yes, businesses do read reviews and often act on them. In fact, for many, it’s a crucial part of their customer engagement strategy. Reviews offer a treasure trove of insights, from customer satisfaction and service quality to product usability and pricing perceptions. But beyond the numbers and star ratings, reviews provide a story of the customer experience that can highlight strengths and reveal weaknesses.

Businesses, particularly in competitive industries like hospitality, often have dedicated teams or software tools to monitor reviews across platforms like Tripadvisor, Google, and Yelp. These tools can aggregate reviews, analyse sentiments, and even benchmark against competitors.

For example, a hotel chain may use these insights to identify common themes in guest feedback, such as complaints about check-in delays or praises for room cleanliness. By doing so, they can prioritise issues and respond effectively.

However, reading reviews is just the beginning. The real value lies in how businesses respond to them, and whether they take actionable steps to address the feedback. In many cases, customer reviews have become catalysts for change. For instance, a recurring complaint about outdated decor might prompt a hotel to refurbish its rooms. Similarly, consistent praise for a friendly staff member can lead to rewards or recognition programmes, boosting employee morale and enhancing the overall guest experience.

Some businesses go a step further by engaging directly with reviewers. This engagement can take various forms, from public responses thanking customers for their feedback to private messages addressing specific concerns. Such interactions not only show that a business values its customers, but also humanises the brand, fostering trust and loyalty. A well-handled response to a negative review can even turn a dissatisfied customer into a loyal advocate. theconversation.com


Amazon AI Investment Under Investigation
UK regulator to examine $4bn Amazon investment in AI startup Anthropic

Move is the latest of a string of CMA investigations into technology tie-ups

Amazon’s $4bn investment into US artificial intelligence startup Anthropic is to be examined in the latest investigation into technology tie-ups by the UK’s competition watchdog.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said on Thursday that it was launching a preliminary investigation into the deal, before deciding whether to refer it for an in-depth review.

The deal, announced in March, included a $4bn (£3.16bn) investment in Anthropic from Amazon, and a commitment from Anthropic to use Amazon Web Services “as its primary cloud provider for mission critical workloads, including safety research and future foundation model development”.

The regulator said it was “considering whether it is or may be the case that Amazon’s partnership with Anthropic has resulted in the creation of a relevant merger situation”.  theguardian.com


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Colorado Springs, Co: Two gun stores robbed in early morning hours
The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) tells FOX21 that an unknown amount of firearms were stolen from two different gun stores in the early morning hours of Thursday, Aug. 8. CSPD said Spartan Defense Armory and Training at Barnes and Tutt and another gun store in the 4700 block of Peace Palace Point were broken into between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. on Thursday. The number of firearms stolen is unknown at this time. Police tell FOX21 there are multiple suspects and are thought to be the same group at both locations as the same car was used. No injuries have been reported.  fox21news.com


Pleasanton, CA; $21,000 worth of Apple products stolen during Apple Store robbery in California
Two masked thieves dressed in all-black stole approximately $21,000 worth of Apple products from the Apple Store at Stoneridge Shopping Center in Pleasanton, California. The robbery took place around 4:15 p.m. on Monday, July 22, and involved the theft of various devices, including iPhones, iPads, and Macs. According to a report from AppleMagazine, the thieves executed a well-coordinated plan, bypassing security measures to swiftly make off with dozens of iPhones. Despite the brazen nature of the theft, no weapons were involved, and no injuries were reported. Local law enforcement is currently investigating the incident, treating it as a well-organized robbery.  theapplepost.com


Newark, DE: Update: Suspects Arrested Detectives Investigating Ulta Beauty Shoplifting Turned Robbery in Newark
Delaware State Police arrested 28-year-old Secret Harris, 21-year-old Nylaa White, and 20-year-old Keevis Wilkerson, all from Wilmington, Delaware, for multiple felony offenses, which concluded the investigation of a shoplifting turned robbery that occurred in March at the Ulta Beauty in Newark. On August 3, 2024, a trooper on duty was notified by Christiana Mall Security of a shoplifting that occurred at Lululemon, located at 132 Christiana Mall, Newark. The black female suspect was reported to have fled in a black Tesla with temporary New Jersey registration after shoplifting over $3,000 worth of clothing items from the store. The trooper observed the Tesla as it was attempting to exit the parking lot and conducted a traffic stop. The Tesla was occupied by 34-year-old driver, a 28-year-old passenger, and a 1-year-old passenger, who was not properly secured in a car seat. During the stop, the 28-year-old passenger initially provided the trooper with a false identity. The passenger was ultimately positively identified as Secret Harris, and she was taken into custody without incident. A computer inquiry revealed Harris had multiple warrants for her arrest in Delaware and New Jersey. Harris was taken to Troop 2, where she was charged with multiple crimes.  milfordlive.com


Los Angeles, CA: Surveillance video shows 1 of several smash-and-grab burglaries at pharmacies in San Fernando Valley

Newcastle, CA: Update: 3 Bay Area felons arrested for July 22 Newcastle gun store theft; 73 guns stolen, ‘some recovered’

La Canada Flintridge, CA: Sneaker store ransacked in three-minute burglary; store opened 6 weeks ago
 



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Shootings & Deaths


Santa Fe, NM: 1 dead after store shooting at Best Buy in Santa Fe
Police are searching for a suspect in a fatal store shooting. It happened on Tuesday morning, Aug. 6. Santa Fe police officers went to Best Buy at 3533 Zafarano Drive for a report of a shooting. Police found the male victim died from his injuries. He was identified as 83-year-old Gordan Wilson, of Santa Fe. Police have identified the shooting suspect as Zachary Babitz, 38, of Glendale, California. Babitz was released from prison in March and has a lengthy criminal history, according to police. An arrest warrant has been obtained for Babitz for the fatal store shooting. He is charged with murder, robbery and being a felon in possession of a firearm.  koat.com


Scottsdale, AZ: Man killed in Albertsons store identified as Robert Carlos Padilla
A man who was fatally shot early this week inside an Albertsons after a verbal confrontation with another man was identified Thursday as 35-year-old Robert Carlos Padilla by Scottsdale police. On Tuesday evening, Padilla, originally from Phoenix, was involved in an argument with a man inside of the store near Scottsdale and Thomas roads, which escalated to both men shooting at each other, officials said. No bystanders were injured in the shooting. Both men were taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, with one man in critical condition while Padilla succumbed to his wounds.  azcentral.com


Hartford, CT: 16-year-old injured in Dollar General shooting in Hartford
A teenage boy was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting at a Dollar General in Hartford Thursday evening. According to Hartford police, officers responded to the Barbour Street Dollar General a little before 6 p.m. Thursday after receiving reports that shots had been fired inside the store. A 16-year-old boy with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound was located on-scene and transported to a local hospital, authorities said. Police said it appears the teen was shot following an altercation inside the store. The incident is under investigation.  nbcconnecticut.com


Jackson, MS: Couple shot at Family Dollar after argument
Two people were shot outside a dollar store in Jackson. Police said two couples got into an argument Wednesday around 10 p.m. at the Family Dollar on Medgar Evers Boulevard. A 34-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man were shot. Police said the female victim hit the vehicle belonging to the other couple. JPD said the woman who was shot drove herself and the other victim to the hospital. There were no reports of arrests, and police said the investigation is ongoing.  wapt.com


Gaffney, SC: Store clerk injured in attempted armed robbery at Dollar General in Cherokee Co.
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said they are searching for a suspect after an attempted armed robbery left a store clerk injured at the Dollar General Wednesday afternoon. According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the scene located at 1795 Wilkinsville Hwy. in Gaffney at 4:36 p.m. Once on scene, deputies were told that an individual wearing all black had shot the clerk and fled on foot. Deputies said the clerk was shot in the knee and taken to the hospital for treatment, but is expected to recover.  foxcarolina.com

 
New York, NY: Shocking video shows shooter opening fire on man trying to defend his girlfriend in NYC convenience store
Heart-pounding footage shows the moment a shooter unloaded his weapon on a man who was trying to defend his girlfriend from two creeps inside a Queens convenience store this week. The clip, obtained by The Post Thursday, shows the 34-year-old victim entering the One World Convenience store in Richmond Hill and apparently exchanging words with two men standing near the door. One of the men shoved the victim, who then squared off to fight, the clip shows. That’s when the man standing behind the shover raised a black gun. He is shown firing off a single shot that appeared to miss the victim – but shattered the glass door of the store. hen the gunman kept firing, pelting the victim with bullets until he fell face down onto the ground. The two menaces stepped over the victim – the gunman still holding his weapon – as they fled from the store, the footage shows. The gravely wounded man is shown trying to crawl on the ground before the clip cuts out. A later portion of the footage viewed by The Post but not released, shows the victim’s girlfriend running back in the store and screaming as she hugged her loved one on the ground. The horrifying scene frightened the worker behind the counter, who “dropped to the floor,” the manager said. The victim was rushed to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where cops say he is listed in critical but stable condition.  nypost.com
 



Robberies, Incidents & Thefts


Clearwater, FL: Teen arrested after armed robbery outside Publix, Clearwater police searching for second suspect
A 16-year-old is in custody after Clearwater police say he took part in an armed robbery outside a Publix on Wednesday. Investigators say two males riding bicycles approached an armed security guard around 7 p.m. Wednesday outside the store on Missouri Ave., then grabbed the gun from the guard's holster, knocking the victim to the ground before riding off. The guard was treated at the hospital for minor injuries. Police say they identified one suspect, but they're still searching for the second robber.  fox13news.com


Houston, TX: DOJ: Houston-area man gets prison after leaving own phone number at cellphone store he robbed

Atlanta; GA: Vehicle rams into front of CVS in Atlanta overnight so thieves can snatch ATM

New York, NY: NYPD raids Queens warehouse filled with $5M of marijuana products

 

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Apple – Pleasanton, CA – Robbery
Auto – Lincoln, NE – Armed Robbery
Auto – Lincoln, NE – Armed Robbery
C-Store – Lafayette, LA - Armed Robbery
C-Store – York County, PA – Burglary
C-Store – Corpus Christi, TX – Armed Robbery
C-Store – Austin, TX – Armed Robbery
CVS – Atlanta, GA – Burglary
Cash America – Chicago, IL – Burglary
Collectables – Tulsa, OK - Burglary
Dollar – Gaffey, SC – Armed Robbery
Dollar – Memphis, TN – Armed Robbery
Dollar – Blount County, AL – Burglary
Grocery – Clearwater, FL – Armed Robbery
Guns – Colorado Springs, CO - Burglary
Guns – Colorado Springs, CO - Burglary
Jewelry – Hanover, MD – Robbery
Jewelry – Santa Barbara, CA – Robbery
Liquor – Los Angeles, CA – Burglary
Liquor - Los Angeles, CA – Burglary
Pharmacy – New Haven, CT – Robbery
Pharmacy – North Hollywood, CA – Burglary
Restaurant – Beverly Hills, CA – Armed Robbery
Restaurant – Wichita Falls, TX – Armed Robbery
Restaurant – King of Prussia, PA – Armed Robbery
Restaurant – Nashville, TN – Burglary
Shows - La Canada, CA – Burglary
Tobacco – Blair County, PA – Burglary
Tobacco – Lafayette, IN – Burglary
Walgreens – Effingham, IL – Armed Robbery                                                                                                      
                          

Daily Totals:
• 16 robberies
• 14 burglaries
• 0 shootings
• 0 killed




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Multi-Store Detective (Cleveland Operating Market)
Cleveland, OH - Posted April 9

Job Summary: Store Detectives are key players in serving their assigned locations in the detection and apprehension of shoplifters. Job Responsibilities: Detect and apprehend shoplifters with the use of standard visual practice and CCTV in multi-store environment; Utilize CCTV to create video records of incidents requested by law enforcement and internal departments...



Multi-Store Detective (Akron/Canton Operating Market)
Akron/Canton, OH - Posted April 9

Job Summary: Store Detectives are key players in serving their assigned locations in the detection and apprehension of shoplifters. Job Responsibilities: Detect and apprehend shoplifters with the use of standard visual practice and CCTV in multi-store environment; Utilize CCTV to create video records of incidents requested by law enforcement and internal departments...
 



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