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The U.S. Crime Surge
The Retail Impact

Shoplifting Up 24% in 23 U.S. Cities
Shoplifting on the rise this year, report shows

Two widely different sets of FBI data underscore the need for better information on theft, however, according to Council on Criminal Justice researchers. That includes better reporting from retailers.

An analysis of shoplifting in three major U.S. cities — Chicago, Los Angeles and New York — shows varying trends, in part due to local differences and in part due to questions about the underlying data, according to two studies on the issue from the Council on Criminal Justice released Wednesday.

Retailers’ problem with shoplifting is especially acute this time of year. Because so many shoppers head to physical stores during the holiday quarter, shoplifting spikes in November and December, sometimes “considerably,” according to the report. In the first half of this year, shoplifting in 23 U.S. metro areas has risen 24% on average compared to 2023, which means that shoplifting for the year is likely to be up, too.

The council’s look at the country’s three largest cities revealed a slew of idiosyncrasies, but found that shoplifting rates so far this year are higher than before the pandemic.

Shoplifting rates in Chicago and New York are up year over year, with Chicago showing “notably elevated rates of reported shoplifting.” In Chicago, while reported incidents of shoplifting in 2023 were down from before the pandemic, from January to October this year they are up 46% compared to the same months in 2023. From 2018 to 2023, shoplifting in the Windy City declined 11.6%, according to that CCJ report.

In most areas across the U.S., the pandemic saw shoplifting plummet due to massive store closures. But in New York from 2021 to 2022 reports actually rose nearly 50%, then dropped in 2023. Still, in all, shoplifting in the Big Apple was 55% higher last year compared to 2019, though it edged up only 3% from January to September this year, CCJ researchers found.

The CCJ researchers were vexed by complications in the data that make comparisons and conclusions difficult. Two major sources of data on shoplifting that collect law enforcement data from across the country — both from the Federal Bureau of Investigation — are in conflict. The FBI’s Statistics from the Summary Reporting System shows the nationwide shoplifting rate last year even with that in 2019, while the bureau’s National Incident-Based Reporting System, known as NIBRS, shows it 93% higher. retaildive.com

80% of British Shopkeepers Hit with a Retail Crime Within a Week
Workers say shoplifting is 'out of control' after surge in brazen thefts

An exclusive Sky News and Association of Convenience Stores survey shows that according to the latest figures, 80% of shopkeepers suffered from retail crime within a week.

British retailers warn the surge in shoplifting is now "out of control". Four in five store owners told Sky News they've experienced shoplifting in just one week.

Shoplifting offences recorded by police in England and Wales have risen to the highest level in 20 years. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) also reports that theft-related losses cost the retail sector millions each year, adding strain to an industry already grappling with post-pandemic recovery and economic uncertainty.

For small businesses, which lack the resources of larger chains, persistent theft can threaten their very survival. Ricky Dougall owns a chain of convenience stores and says shoplifting cost his business around £100,000 last year.

Sentencing guidelines for thefts of under £200, so-called "low level shoplifting", were relaxed in 2016. That is being blamed for the surge in cases. An exclusive Sky News and Association of Convenience Stores survey shows that 80% of shopkeepers reported a retail crime within a week in October.

The poll also found 94% of shopkeepers say that in their experience, shoplifting has got worse over the last year, with 83% not confident that the police will take action against the perpetrators of retail crime on their premises. news.sky.com

'Completely Invisible' Theft Prevention Tech
New anti-theft ‘thread’ method eyed by popular clothing store to banish stealing and it’s completely invisible
THE world's biggest public clothing retailer is reportedly teaming up with tech companies to create an anti-theft thread that's completely invisible to the naked eye.

Inditex, which owns the retail brand Zara, was eyeing human-hair-sized tech with radio frequencies that could be woven into clothes to catch shoplifters.

Inditex, a Spanish multinational clothing company, partnered with technology company Myruns and telecommunications operator Telefonica to start developing the anti-theft threads, sources close to the project told Bloomberg.

The technology is five times thinner than a strand of human hair and is designed to be weaved right into clothing, making it completely invisible. It transmits signals using conductive ink derived from cellulose that can trigger alarms at store exits and entrances.

Most alarms use aluminum, so this technology could be biodegradable and create less waste than RFID tags. When approached for comment, an Inditex spokesperson said they don't plan on conducting in-store tests with the technology.

Security experts say retailers are debating whether to scare off thieves with intimidating displays of force or use covert methods to blindside shoplifters. the-sun.com

Monday After Thanksgiving 'Peak Day' for Criminal Activity
CargoNet: Thanksgiving Cargo Theft Trends Infographic and Security Tips
CargoNet, a Verisk business and leader in cargo theft prevention and recovery, warns of increased cargo theft risks during the Thanksgiving holiday period. Our analysis of supply chain intelligence reveals 174 significant theft events during a critical six-day window from the Tuesday before Thanksgiving through the following Monday over the past five years. Criminals targeted semi-tractors, trailers, and cargo through various schemes, including identity fraud.

CargoNet analysts identified the Monday following Thanksgiving as the peak day for criminal activity, coinciding with a surge in identity fraud complaints. Thieves appear to exploit both the extended holiday closure and decreased vigilance following the holiday weekend. The geographic analysis shows clear concentrations of criminal activity. San Bernardino County and Los Angeles County in California, along with Cook County in Illinois, emerge as the primary hotspots during this period.

The evolution of criminal methodology presents an ongoing challenge. While the industry successfully prevents many traditional identity fraud attempts, criminals continue to advance their techniques. CargoNet has already recorded over 450 fictitious pickup attempts in 2024, signaling we will likely exceed last year's record levels. This trend indicates a significant shift toward more sophisticated fraud schemes.

The Thanksgiving holiday period creates uniquely vulnerable conditions throughout the supply chain. Extended facility closures combine with reduced staffing levels to disrupt normal operating patterns. These factors create opportunities for criminal exploitation that require enhanced vigilance and security protocols. ajot.com

Shoplifting Surges Around the Globe
Bulgaria Faces Surge in Petty Shoplifting as Resale Markets Thrive
The problem of petty shoplifting in Bulgaria has grown increasingly organized, with rising rates of theft across various retail sectors. According to a recent survey by the Association of Non-Food Traders, thefts in non-food stores have more than doubled. For instance, thefts from furniture and home goods stores surged by up to 200%, while sports goods and DIY products saw increases of over 100% and 20%, respectively. The data, reflecting the first half of 2024, reveals a concerning rise in stolen goods from stores selling building materials, furniture, and sporting goods compared to the same period last year.

Experts believe that these thefts are not merely acts of individual opportunistic thefts, but part of a larger, more organized system of reselling stolen goods. The perpetrators, according to Vladimir Dimov of the Association, do not steal for personal use, but are part of an operation where specific items are sometimes even ordered to be stolen.

Advocates argue that the outdated criminal law system fails to meet modern economic realities, contributing to the rise in such crimes. To address this, the Association proposes several measures, including simplifying the referral process to law enforcement and creating a more efficient electronic platform for businesses and the Ministry of the Interior to report thefts. Additionally, they suggest the formation of a council made up of traders and a specialized police unit to focus on tackling retail theft and organized reselling activities. novinite.com

Retail thefts hit four-year high in Georgetown

Police boost presence in Silver Spring retail districts for holiday crime crackdown

Warning Sign for Retailers?
Target sounds the alarm bell on holiday shopping
Target is expecting a surprisingly weak holiday shopping season, a potential warning sign for the retail industry.

The company forecast Wednesday that sales during the final quarter of the year will be flat, and Target lowered its profit forecast. Target also reported a sluggish sales increase of just 0.3% during its latest quarter.

Shares of Target (TGT) plunged 22% Wednesday. It was Target’s worst trading day in more than two years.

Target is a bellwether for consumers’ spending habits and the retail sector as a whole. The holiday shopping season is pivotal for retailers. While Target can survive a weak holiday stretch, many smaller companies depend on strong sales during the holidays to carry them through the following months.

Target is struggling because its core middle-class customer base has been strained by higher prices and pulled back on discretionary goods like home decor, electronics and nonessential clothing in favor of groceries and everyday essentials. cnn.com

5 Fewer Shopping Days Between Black Friday & Christmas
It’s a shorter holiday season. Does that matter?

There are five fewer days between Black Friday and Christmas Day compared to 2023. Here’s how retailers — and consumers — are preparing themselves.

Over the past several years, the timing of holiday deals has been pulled forward to start earlier in the season.

Amazon, Target and Walmart even pegged their recent fall sales events as the kickoff to the holiday season. And this year, the early arrival of holiday sales might be more critical as retailers grapple with fewer selling days between Black Friday and Christmas Day.

Despite Black Friday falling later on the calendar, the overall season is still expected to result in big sales for retailers. The National Retail Federation expects retail sales in November and December to rise between 2.5% and 3.5% compared to last year, reaching up to $989 billion. Other firms have predicted similar increases, with Deloitte projecting sales to grow by up to 3.3% year over year and Forrester anticipating sales to grow 3.7%. retaildive.com

Is Your Store Prepared for Climate Disaster Events?
Weather-resistant Workplace Resilience

How EHS professionals can help organizations build resilient, proactive teams to ensure safety amid more intense hurricanes and other extreme weather risks.

Although 2024 isn’t over yet, it already ranks as the second most expensive for the number of billion-dollar weather and climate disaster events in the U.S. since 1980, behind 2020, according to the National Center for Environmental Information.

Beyond costs, extreme weather events pose significant risks to people, the environment and infrastructure. Extreme weather also highlights the need for greater resilience, including from businesses. Several sectors (e.g., manufacturing, construction, utilities, and oil and gas) face the dual challenge of safeguarding their workers and maintaining operational continuity in the face of storms.

While the weather is outside of anyone’s control, EHS professionals can take proactive measures to strengthen resilience, improve preparedness and minimize the damage caused by such events. By focusing on practical solutions within their reach, EHS teams can help businesses navigate extreme weather while prioritizing workforce safety and operational sustainability. By proactively assessing and integrating climate change risks into decision-making processes, they can better manage these challenges. Additionally, they can track and work to reduce their own impact on climate change. ehstoday.com

Which stores will be open and which will be closed on Thanksgiving this year?

Nearly 30% of shoppers will purchase beauty as a holiday gift

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Simplifying transformation in retail safety
and security

Change can be daunting. No matter the size of the organization, AP/LP leaders sometimes struggle to change established methods — even when they recognize the need for it. This resistance to change can hinder progress and limit the effectiveness of AP/LP efforts.

But what if there were ways to make transformation smoother and more manageable? In this article, Auror dives deep into the concept of change management in the context of retail safety and security and provides four practical strategies to simplify your organization's approach:

1. Educate the entire organization, early and often
2. Define key stakeholders
3. Plan for how to implement and connect different solutions
4. Measure and communicate success

Read more: auror.co/the-intel/ways-to-simplify-ap-lp-transformation.

Password-Spray Attacks
Attackers wield password-spray attacks to zero-in on targets, research finds

The highly effective brute-force attack method requires little effort, Trellix said. Organizations with weak password policies or no MFA are especially at risk.

Password-spray attacks yielded prolific results for attackers across multiple sectors in North America and Europe during Q2 and Q3, the Trellix Advanced Research Center said in a Wednesday research report.

The attack surface for password-spray attacks is vast, Trellix found. Attackers commonly target cloud-based systems, including Microsoft 365, Okta, Google Workspace, VPNs, Windows Remote Desktop, AWS, Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure.

Attackers most frequently targeted password-spray attacks at education, energy and transportation organizations during the six-month period, the report found.

Password-spray attacks aren’t just a low lift and effective brute-force attack method for threat groups, Trellix researchers said. This mode of attack is difficult to detect and attribute to threat groups because they’re often run continuously in the background at scale across broadly distributed botnets.

This low risk of detection and high return on investment gives attackers an advantage, especially when they target organizations with weak password policies or systems without multifactor authentication.

The Russia-linked threat group Midnight Blizzard gained a foothold in Microsoft’s senior executives email accounts last year after it compromised a legacy, non-production test tenant account through a password-spray attack. cybersecuritydive.com

'Frustrated CISOs' Looking for Solutions
Opinion: Security awareness and training is a method, not an outcome

In 2024, the idea of human risk management shifted from concept to reality as frustrated CISOs looked for solutions beyond security awareness and training to make real change.

For decades, firms have relied on security awareness and training to address the human side of security. Recommendations for dealing with human-related attacks were limited to this one silver bullet.

Despite 97% of organizations reporting that they undertake SA&T, human-related attacks, such as business email compromise, have quadrupled.

CISOs haven’t instilled security cultures in their organizations and training continues to cause friction for learners. No one knows what behaviors change because of this training.

In 2024, the idea of human risk management shifted from concept to reality, with frustrated CISOs and their teams looking for solutions that take away the reliance on humans to keep up with security and for alternatives to SA&T to make real change.

SA&T vendors now use HRM in their branding and major SA&T events have been renamed to incorporate HRM. Human risk management maturity models have emerged and job descriptions have evolved to focus on security behavior change, culture and managing human risk. cybersecuritydive.com

Alleged Ford 'Breach' Encompasses Auto Dealer Info

Cybersecurity investigators found the leaked data to be information from a third party, not Ford itself, that is already accessible to the public and not sensitive in nature.

On Nov. 17, hackers that go by the aliases IntelBroker and EnergyWeaponUser claimed to have breached Ford customer records, laying out their "success" in a post on BreachForums.

The hackers claimed that they had stolen 44,000 Ford customer records that included names, physical addresses, and acquisition information. In truth, after making the data sample public, it was found that the data only included physical addresses of car dealers from around the world, data that is likely already public and not considered sensitive.

The initial claims, however, prompted an investigation by Ford, which determined that there was no breach of its systems or compromised customer data involved. The leaked information actually originated from a third-party supplier, according to the automotive giant. darkreading.com

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In Case You Missed It

Sapphire Celebrates 10 Years of Success

Sapphire is thrilled to celebrate our 11th anniversary with you!

Over the past decade and more, Sapphire has proudly served the security needs of countless businesses across the cannabis, pawn, and jewelry industries -- and beyond.

As they reflect on this milestone, Sapphire extends their deepest gratitude to their clients, partners, and team members who have been instrumental in this journey.

Here's to continued growth and success together!

Safe & Secure Storage in the High-Risk Cannabis Industry
Secure Storage for Cannabis Businesses Big & Small
Although storage is important for any business, it is especially important for businesses in cannabis and other high-risk industries. Any business that handles high-value products can be susceptible to theft without adequate secure storage procedures, but cannabis is also prone to deterioration when stored improperly. When designing and building out a cannabis facility, cannabis security experts prioritize choosing the proper secure storage option. The main two choices for secure storage are vaults and safes, but these can vary drastically in quality, cost, and function.

Secure Storage for Smaller Cannabis Businesses
Smaller cannabis businesses with limited amounts of cannabis on-site, including retailers and craft grows, may choose to store product in safes rather than a vault. The benefit of safes is that they can be easily added to any business regardless of floor plan, unlike vaults which require substantial alterations to existing structures to install.

Secure Storage for Larger Cannabis Businesses
For cannabis businesses with significant amounts of cannabis on-site, including cultivators, manufacturers, large retailers, a secure storage room or vault would be the preferred storage option. Not all vaults are considered equal, and the security of vaults can vary based on the construction materials and equipped security devices. When vaults are built by inexperienced general contractor, they can cause structural damage to the existing building due to the heavy construction materials.

One of the most secure and cost-efficient options for cannabis secure storage room is lining the walls and ceiling with maximum-security mesh. This method is used to secure government, commercial, and retail buildings all over the world and is easier to implement in existing structures than a traditional vault constructed with concreate. Secure storage rooms lined with maximum-security mesh help create a protected and controlled environment for the storage of cannabis.

Choosing A Cannabis Secure Storage Option
Although there are many options for cannabis secure storage, there is no 'one solution' that is right for every cannabis business. That is why it is important to hire security experts with experience in secure cannabis storage for all license types. Choosing a cheap safe or hiring an inexperienced general contractor to install the vault could cost a business thousands of dollars, but the right cannabis secure storage solution could set the business up for success. sapphirerisk.com

Expanding Cannabis Business Safety Protections
Cannabis Control Commission doubles down on hazardous dust after worker death
The state agency released a bulletin Wednesday advising cultivators to expand protections inside growing facilities.

Nearly three years after a worker died from marijuana dust at a cannabis production facility in Holyoke, the Cannabis Control Commission issued a bulletin requiring cultivators keep a closer eye on hazardous chemicals and improve protections for workers.

The bulletin advises growers to provide protective equipment, create local exhaust ventilation, follow OSHA guidelines, and limit workers’ exposure to cannabis dust and during the workday. The agency also doubled down on the requirement for licensees to have a “hazard communication program” to evaluate chemicals and share safety protocols with employees.

“Today’s bulletin is intended to bring increased awareness of an identified health risk in the marijuana industry and will support Commission and industry efforts to enhance safety standards across Massachusetts,” said acting executive director Debbie Hilton-Creek. cannabisbusinessexecutive.com

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FTC’s “Fake Review” Portal is Live
How Businesses Can Identify and Report Fake Reviews
The new federal rule combating fake reviews took effect last month, launching the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) endeavor to protect consumers from misinformation related to online products and services. The regulation, first introduced in August, prohibits businesses and individuals from buying, selling, or writing fake customer reviews and testimonials. The FTC will now be able to seek civil penalties from those who knowingly procure fake reviews. In part one of this two part series, we will explore how businesses can identify and report fake reviews.

FTC’s Rule on Fake Reviews
“Fake reviews not only waste people’s time and money, but also pollute the marketplace and divert business from honest competitors,” said FTC Chair Lina Khan in August. She emphasizes that the rule helps to “protect Americans from being deceived, hold businesses that manipulate the system accountable, and foster a marketplace that is fair, honest, and competitive.”

The rule specifically targets reviewers who are deceptive, prohibiting businesses and individuals from:

• Writing, selling, or buying fake reviews.

• Creating fake profiles for people who don’t exist.

• Misrepresenting an interaction with a business.

• Offering compensation or incentives in exchange for a positive or negative review.

• Failing to disclose the reviewer’s relationship to a business, such as in the situation where an employee or relative leaves a review for a to bolster ratings.

• Claiming that reviews listed on company-controlled websites are independently published.

• Threatening others to remove reviews, including through groundless legal threats, physical threats, or public false accusations.

• Purchasing fake followers or viewers on social media, including those generated by “bots,” artificial Intelligence (AI), or “burner accounts.”

The FTC released guidance on the rule that can be reviewed here. jdsupra.com

Amazon Global Store launches official flagship on JD.com ahead of Black Friday
Amazon Global Store officially launched its flagship store on JD.com on Nov. 19, offering Chinese consumers access to more than 400,000 international products from 12,000 brands. The launch coincides with the “Amazon Global Store Black Friday Shopping Festival,” which will go live on JD.com starting Nov. 21. Amazon first entered China in 2004 by acquiring Joyo.com, a books and media retailer.

It later expanded to include domestic e-commerce, cross-border shopping, cloud services (AWS), and Kindle e-readers. However, facing stiff competition from local giants Alibaba and JD.com, Amazon began scaling back operations in China in 2019. The company stopped third-party seller services in July 2019, shut down the Kindle e-bookstore in June 2023, and ceased desktop shopping on Amazon.cn in January 2024. Amazon remains active in China’s cross-border e-commerce sector through partnerships and the Amazon Shopping app. technode.com

China’s e-commerce upstarts will start to look more like Western ones

Grapevine, TX: Police Crack $6.2M Cargo Theft Operation
Grapevine Police detectives and patrol officers identified and dismantled a multi-million dollar cargo theft operation responsible for numerous burglaries across north Texas. Their extensive investigation, conducted in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, has helped connect cases in multiple cities. The investigation began in late spring, following a warehouse burglary on May 13, 2024, where thieves stole approximately $500,000 worth of Ray-Ban glasses and Oculus goggles. Surveillance footage revealed that one suspect cut a hole in a bay door to access and unload merchandise from several pallets. The Grapevine Police crime analyst created a comprehensive law enforcement bulletin featuring photos of the suspects, the stolen box truck used in the heist, and details of their methods. A neighboring law enforcement agency quickly responded, suspecting that the same group was linked to similar burglaries in their jurisdiction. The crime analyst also identified 2023 crime bulletins from other North Texas cities involving suspects using the same burglary methods.

Through collaboration with Uniform Operations and agencies across north Texas, Grapevine detectives uncovered an elaborate criminal organization active since at least 2023. Suspects were linked to seven burglaries committed between August 2023 and June 2024. In August 2024, investigators observed a suspect vehicle returning to Grapevine and circling a warehouse known for storing large quantities of electronics. Grapevine Police launched a drone for surveillance and confirmed an active burglary. The swift and coordinated response by patrol officers prevented the theft of significant merchandise. The suspects narrowly avoided capture by employing multiple lookouts throughout the city, who tipped them off to the police response seconds before the officers’ arrival. However, one suspect was apprehended that night, and six more arrests followed between August and early November. Grapevine Police attribute the success of the operation to strong collaboration with neighboring law enforcement agencies, whose cooperation helped connect multiple cases and gather critical evidence. Grapevine Police thank all involved for their dedication and commitment to solving these complex crimes. msn.com

Nevada County, CA: Vigilant Nevada County Deputy Arrests 4 Suspects During Auburn Burglary Found with Mail, Credit Cards, and Over $10,000 in Checks
Nevada County Sheriff’s Office officials report that four suspects were booked into Wayne Brown Correctional Facility in the early morning hours of Nov. 19, following a burglary of a local convenience store by two of the suspects, which also uncovered a magnitude of other crimes. The investigation began on the evening of Nov. 18 when a deputy on routine patrol in the vicinity of Combie Road and Highway 49 in Auburn noticed individuals acting out of the ordinary in front of a convenience store, who were associated with a grey truck. The vigilant deputy began watching the individuals and noted one appeared to be acting as a lookout. Shortly after, a witness reported the store had just been burglarized. As four individuals fled the scene in the grey truck, the deputy immediately pursued the vehicle (which also had expired registration) and initiated a traffic stop, with backup arriving soon after. goldrushcam.com

Rehobeth Beach, DE: Troopers Arrest Pair for $1,700 Organized Retail Theft at Rehoboth Beach Tanger Outlets
The Delaware State Police arrested 30-year-old Shakiel Carter of Dover, Delaware, and 24-year-old Tramel Wright of Hartly, Delaware, for organized retail crime and related offenses that occurred at multiple Tanger Outlets stores in Rehoboth Beach on Saturday afternoon. dsp.delaware.gov

Fairfax County, VA: Four arrested, connected to 5 robberies in Fairfax County
Tysons Urban Team (TUT) detectives said they arrested four suspects following a robbery in Dunn Loring on Saturday. Shortly before 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 16, police were told a store in the 2900 block of District Avenue had been robbed. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said four people went into the store, stole merchandise and threatened an employee with pepper spray before fleeing in a car. yahoo.com

Lee County, FL: Woman accused of stealing $900 of items from Kate Spade outlet; prior issues

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Shootings & Deaths

New York, NY: NYPD officer shot while responding to gunpoint robbery in Jamaica, Queens; suspect killed
A suspect is dead, and a bystander and officer were shot after a gunpoint robbery turned into a shootout in Jamaica, Queens on Tuesday evening, according to NYPD officials. NYPD officials say the incident began at 5:35 p.m. when a robbery was reported at Village Market Grocery, a bodega located at 164-01 Hillside Ave. in Jamaica, Queens. Police said a suspect, identified as 57-year-old Gary Werthy, demanded money, threatened workers and customers and fired a shot from a black revolver. Customers told police responding to the scene where the suspect fled. At 6:24 p.m., while officers were canvassing for the suspect, a witness flagged officers that a man had robbed a smoke shop where he fired one shot. According to the smoke shop clerk, he was closing for the day when the suspect came in asking for a pack of cigarettes. The clerk reopened for the man who then pulled out a gun and demanded cash and the cigarettes. "He said give me all the money and give me all the cigarettes," said robbery victim Abdulla Abdulla. Police said the clerk complied but the suspect let off a round inside the store, before running away. Officers realized the suspect fit the description of the earlier robbery and confronted the suspect. Officers told the suspect to stop, but the suspect ran away from officers and took out his illegal weapon and opened fire, striking one of the officers in the thigh. The officer returned fire and struck the suspect in the face, killing him. The wounded officer's partner transported him in his police cruiser. abc7ny.com

Charlotte, NC: 1 shot, killed at northeast Charlotte convenience store
One person was shot and killed at a food mart late Tuesday afternoon in northeast Charlotte, MEDIC said. Chopper 9 Skyzoom was over the Charlotte Fast Mart on Tom Hunter Road at Reagan Drive at about 5:50 p.m. where Charlotte-Mecklenburg police had the area cordoned off with crime scene tape. The victim, 53-year-old Ronnie Leon Ruth, died at the scene. There was not a robbery or assault that led up to it. The suspect just walked in and shot someone, Thomas said. The victim was not an employee, he said. wsoctv.com

Lakewood, WA: Convenience store owner wounded in gunfight with would-be robbers
A robbery attempt inside a Lakewood convenience store escalated into a gunfight Wednesday morning that left the store’s owner wounded. Officers were dispatched at 11:14 a.m. to a report of gunshots at McChord Mart in the 5000 block of Solberg Drive Southwest. The initial report said the store’s owner had been shot, according to a Lakewood Police Department news release. The owner was in the parking lot when officers arrived. He had been shot in the leg, the release said. Officers provided medical aid until the man was taken to a local hospital. His wound is not thought to be life threatening. Three males reportedly entered the store, while another one waited outside. One of the men tried to steal some items. The owner confronted them, which led to one of them striking him with a can, the release said. They left the store, and the owner followed them out. thenewstribune.com

Baltimore, MD: Man angry about demotion at Elkridge store shot his coworker 7 times on shoulder
A Baltimore man is facing attempted murder charges after police say he shot his co-worker seven times on the shoulder of Interstate 95 Monday. Maryland State Police believe the man was angry about a workplace demotion at Planet Aid, a clothing donation business in Elkridge, according to charging documents. Kevin Gross, 46, of North Baltimore, is charged with attempted first-degree murder, first- and second-degree assault, reckless endangerment and malicious destruction of property less than $1,000 in value after he allegedly shot his coworker seven times on the shoulder of I-95 North. baltimoresun.com

Houston, TX: Police look to ID person who shot through store door
Detectives need help ID'ing this male who shot through the glass door of a store at 6225 Chimney Rock Rd. He tried to steal a drink, but the door was locked. As the clerk returned the drink, the suspect made his exit. No one was hurt. fox26houston.com

Robberies, Incidents & Thefts

Las Vegas, NV: Henderson Police apprehend suspect after Galleria Mall incident
The Henderson Police and Fire Departments responded to an incident at the Galleria Mall on Sunset Road on Saturday, initially reported as a potential shooter situation around noon. A preliminary investigation revealed that the incident began when a loss prevention officer attempted to detain an individual suspected of theft. A fight ensued, and the suspect fled the scene, according to the Henderson Police Department. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old Malik Horton, was later apprehended at a nearby business. Both Horton and the loss prevention officer were transported to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries. Horton is currently in custody. news3lv.com

Bellingham, WA: Accused shoplifter faces felony assault charge for attacking employee at Bellingham Mall
Authorities arrested a shoplifting suspect who is also accused of assaulting an employee the afternoon of Nov. 17 at Macy’s in the Bellis Fair Mall in Bellingham. The suspect allegedly attempted to shoplift multiple clothing items from the store when he was stopped by an employee. The suspect then attacked the employee, punching them multiple times in the face, according to Megan Peters with the Bellingham Police Department. bellinghamherald.com

• C-Store – Norton, MA - Burglary
• C-Store – Okmulgee, OK – Burglary
• C-Store – Lakewood, WA – Armed Robbery / Owner wounded
• C-Store – Nevada County, CA – Burglary
• C-Store – Manchester, NH – Burglary
• C-Store – Houston, TX – Armed Robbery / shots fired
• Cellphone - Portsmouth, VA - Robbery
• Cellphone – Oklahoma City, OK – Burglary
• Gas Station – Santa Ana, CA – Armed Robbery
• Gas Station – Lincolnwood, IL – Armed Robbery
• Jewelry – Victorville, CA – Robbery
• Jewelry - Fresno, CA – Robbery
• Macy’s – Bellingham, WA – Robbery
• Mall – Las Vegas, NV – Robbery
• Restaurant – Lakeville, MN – Robbery
• Restaurant – Vero Beach, FL – Robbery
• Restaurant – Chesapeake, VA – Armed Robbery

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

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Regional Asset Protection Manager
Maryland & West Virginia - Posted November 1

The AP Manager will be the primary subject matter expert in regards to the training, auditing, and investigatory needs of Dollar General. Their key efforts are to reduce shrinkage and increase profitability through proactive training mediums, standardized audits and the resolution of internal and external investigations. Management Develop and foster an open line of communication with Operations to support all levels of business dialogue in order to increase gross margin efforts and decrease shrink and related risks...

Associate Full Time, Asset Protection, Wayfair Stores
Wilmette, IL - Posted October 3

As an Asset Protection Host, you will support the Asset Protection and Store Leadership team by contributing to the overall guest experience by welcoming and thanking guests and employees into the retail store. This key role will report to the Asset Protection Lead and Asset Protection Manager. This is a people-facing role and requires the right candidate to be engaging, charismatic, and eager to engage regularly with customers and employees...

Corporate Risk Manager
Houston, TX - Posted September 18

Summary of Role and Responsibilities: Proactive approach to preventing losses/injuries, whether they are to our employees, third parties, or customers' valuables. They include cash in transit, auto losses, or injuries; Report all incidents, claims, and losses that may expose the company to financial losses, whether they are covered by insurance or not...

District Asset Protection Manager
North Kingstown, RI - Posted September 16

The District Asset Protection Manager at OSJL plays a key role in safeguarding the organization's stores. Through training and program implementation, this role champions a safe working environment and minimizes loss from shrink, theft, and fraud. This role conducts regular store visits, leads investigations, and collaborates with store leadership on best practices for asset protection...

Corporate Risk Manager
Memphis, TN or New Orleans, LA - Posted June 27

Loss Prevention Specialist
Temple, TX - Posted June 18

The Loss Prevention Specialist identifies various types of losses and thefts, works cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment providing critical guidance to Operations on asset protection and profit improvement initiatives. At The Fikes Companies, our Mission is to build a highly successful company which our employees are proud of, our customers value, and the communities we serve can count on...

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

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

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