2 arrested for allegedly stealing over $200,000 worth of merchandise from Southern California stores
Two suspects were arrested after allegedly stealing more than $200,000 in merchandise from multiple Southern California retailers. Police say the pair targeted several popular stores, focusing on high-value items that could be quickly resold. Investigators recovered large quantities of stolen goods during the arrests. Authorities believe the thefts may be connected to a broader organized retail crime trend in the region.
Stockton Mass Shooting Updates: 3 children, 1 adult killed along with 11 others hurt
A mass shooting in Stockton left three minors and one adult dead, with 11 additional victims injured. The incident occurred at a large gathering, prompting a major multi-agency response. Police are still investigating the motive and searching for suspects. Community leaders have expressed shock and concern as the city grapples with the scale of the violence.
3 teens among 4 arrested in $6,000 Lululemon heist at store
Four individuals, including three teenagers, were arrested in connection with a $6,000 merchandise theft at a Lululemon store. Authorities say the group grabbed armfuls of clothing before fleeing the scene. Quick investigative work allowed police to track down the suspects shortly afterward. Officials noted concerns about rising youth involvement in retail theft rings.
7 arrested in Southern California retail theft bust
Seven people were arrested in a coordinated retail theft operation spanning multiple Southern California stores. Investigators say the suspects worked together to steal large quantities of merchandise over several weeks. Law enforcement recovered significant amounts of stolen goods during the bust. Officials called the operation a major step toward reducing organized retail theft in the region.
Bustling DC retail district in shock after shooting of National Guard members
A popular retail district in Washington, D.C. was left shaken after two National Guard members were shot. The incident happened near busy shopping and dining areas, prompting a swift emergency response. Both victims were hospitalized, and police are actively searching for the shooter. Local businesses and residents expressed fear and frustration as investigators work to determine the motive.
Final Countdown: Ugly Sweaters, Fun Cocktails, Zero Regrets… Claim Your Spot
TalkLPNews Host Amber Bradley chats with Keith Corbin at Trilogy Next Gen about AI-powered security robots that patrol, assist, and report, all without whining. From parking lots to in-store concierge duties, these bots work alongside humans to make retail smarter and safer. They don’t steal jobs, they steal the boring parts of them. Welcome to the future of retail, and it’s adorable.
Two Florida Residents Charged in Walmart Credit Card Scam Across Multiple States
Two Cuban nationals with legal residency in the United States have been apprehended in South Dakota, tied to a significant credit card fraud network spanning various Walmart locations across Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota, as reported by local news outlets.
The duo was captured following a chase along Interstate 29. Upon searching their vehicle, officers uncovered a trove of technology used for card cloning, according to Dakota News Now.
Amazon Announces 3 Actions Taken Against Counterfeiters
Amazon announced actions taken against three groups of counterfeiters operating on its platform.
In one action, the company’s CCU filed a lawsuit targeting what it called a “massive” trademark fraud scheme, Amazon said in a Monday update.
The company’s legal action is aimed at individuals and companies based in China and the US who obtained invalid trademarks from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and used them to improperly access the Amazon Brand Registry, per the update.
Thieves steal more than $6,000 from Ulta Beauty in Gilroy
The Gilroy Police Department is investigating a major retail theft that occurred on Black Friday.
Gilroy police say the theft took place when foot traffic can make it easier for groups to blend in before making a coordinated exit.
Detectives are reviewing surveillance video and comparing it with nearby retail incidents to determine whether the crew may be tied to other Ulta or beauty-store thefts in the region. While no arrests have been announced, investigators believe the speed and method of the theft suggest a crew familiar with targeting specialty retailers.
Companies are sprinkling AI in like salt or ketchup, but not weaving it deeply into operations." THIS was the line that jumped out at me when listening to an interview with a McKinsey partner about their new AI adoption study.
That's the entire problem with retail AI right now. Everyone's got a point solution for self-checkout. Another vendor for shoplifting.
Maybe something else for violence detection. None of it talks to each other. None of it scales without massive infrastructure investment.
The retailers winning right now? They're the ones using AI to "fundamentally rethink entire workflows." That's the actual quote from the report.
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Crime of Week: Man punches clerk during store robbery
El Paso Police and Crime Stoppers of El Paso are seeking a man who turned a simple theft at a convenience store in Central El Paso into a violent theft.
This is this week’s “Crime of the Week,” as publicized by Crime Stoppers.
Just before 1 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 21, a man walked into the Circle K at 1915 Cotton St.
The man picked out some snacks, including a Honey Bun pastry.
The man attempted to steal the food but was confronted by the store clerk.
NYC McDonald’s hires ‘McBouncer’ to keep out violent, rowdy teens
She’s an “Arch” angel.
Wild packs of rowdy teens have allegedly created so much havoc at a Queens McDonald’s that they’ve hired a “McBouncer” to keep the kids at bay.
Claudia Zanabria, a McDonald’s crew member who survived stage 3 rectal cancer, says she was picked to police the teen terrors because she’s the “toughest” employee at the restaurant.
“This generation is really different. . . . they push me, they disrespect me,” she told The Post.
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NY Forces Companies to Admit When Algorithms Set Your Prices
New York just forced companies to come clean about their pricing secrets.
Starting now, businesses using personal data to set different prices for different customers must display a stark warning: 'This price was set by an algorithm using your personal data.'
The groundbreaking transparency law targets the shadowy world of personalized pricing, where your shopping history could mean paying more than the person next to you.
OpenEye Announces Powerful Active Deterrence Solutions
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