Video shows metro Atlanta officer body slam Walmart customer, officer placed on leave
A metro Atlanta police officer has been placed on administrative leave following an altercation at a Walmart store. Authorities say the incident is under internal review, with investigators examining body camera footage and witness accounts. Details about what led to the confrontation have not been fully released. The case highlights the sensitivity of law enforcement interactions in retail settings already dealing with heightened tensions.
Slain worker voiced fear of rising violence a year before he was shot outside store
A New York City deli worker who was recently killed outside his store had reportedly expressed concerns about increasing neighborhood violence the year before his death. Family members and coworkers say he feared the area was becoming more dangerous for small business workers. The shooting has renewed concerns about safety risks faced by frontline retail employees in urban environments. Community members are now calling for stronger protection and enforcement measures.
Baltimore County councilman calls mall crime 'perceived,' cites shoplifting over violence
A Baltimore County councilman says concerns are growing around crime at Towson Town Center, particularly involving shoplifting and violent incidents. Local leaders say the perception of declining safety can damage shopper confidence even if crime statistics fluctuate. Mall security and law enforcement presence are now central topics in the public discussion. The story reflects how perception can impact traffic and sales just as much as actual crime numbers.
Pharmacist Sentenced to Over Five Years in Prison for Money Laundering Scheme
A Queens pharmacy owner has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison for operating a money laundering scheme. Prosecutors said the case involved illegal financial transactions tied to fraudulent healthcare billing and misuse of funds. Authorities also ordered financial penalties and forfeitures as part of the sentence. The case underscores the growing scrutiny on fraud and financial crime within regulated retail sectors like pharmacy.
Police: Vacaville Nike Factory store theft suspects tracked by cameras, drone before arrest
Police in Vacaville, California, arrested two suspects after a theft at a Nike store. Authorities say officers responded quickly and were able to detain the individuals shortly after the incident. Investigators are reviewing whether the suspects may be connected to other organized retail theft activity in the area. The arrests are part of continued enforcement efforts targeting repeat retail offenders.
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Draft Day Lessons for LP
Ryan Bauss
VP | TalkLPnews
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Every year I tell myself I’m not going to watch much of the NFL Draft. Then somehow I’m locked in for hours on day 2, watching teams celebrate picks, fans argue over grades, and analysts break down what each move means for the season ahead… for players I’ve never heard of.
What always stands out is the best teams aren’t just drafting talent. They are drafting for fit, depth, future needs, and the weaknesses they already know are coming.
Most loss prevention departments should be doing the same thing. Instead, many departments are built by accident. Someone leaves, so a role gets backfilled. A strong investigator gets promoted because they are dependable. A field specialist moves over because there is an opening.
Another hire comes from the same background as the last three leaders because it’s safe and easy. That is not building a team. That is filling seats.
Loss prevention touches almost every corner of the business:
Stores
Operations
HR / Legal
Finance
Safety / Risk Management
Supply Chain
Technology
Crisis Response / Business Continuity
One background can’t cover all of that. A team full of the same pedigree may look good on paper, right up until the business needs something different.
The best NFL front offices know where they are thin before draft night starts. They know who is aging out, where depth is weak, and which positions are becoming more valuable in today’s game.
LP leaders should be asking the same questions.
Who on your team can speak finance and defend ROI in the boardroom?
Who understands AI, analytics, and emerging tech?
Who has store experience and can establish credibility with operations?
Who can lead a major internal case, a violent incident, or a media-sensitive crisis?
Who is ready to step up if your department head leaves tomorrow?
If those answers are unclear, your draft board needs work.
Too many departments hire for comfort. They look for familiar resumes, similar backgrounds, and safe choices. Then they wonder why the team struggles to influence the broader business. Championship teams are built with depth, not just stars. The same goes for loss prevention.
You may need an investigator. You may need an analytical mind. You may need someone from store operations who knows where shrink really starts. You may need a future leader before you need another specialist.
Most LP teams do not need another hire. They need a smarter draft strategy.
Going with the grain says fill the opening.
Going against the grain says build the roster.
2 men linked to guns, drugs, counterfeit bags at center of metro Atlanta police raid
Guns, fentanyl and fake designer bags are all linked to two men in a Gwinnett County home after police raided it over the weekend.
Channel 2 Gwinnett County Bureau Chief Matt Johnson was in Norcross, where some neighbors in that quiet community say they had suspicions about the home.
Police went to the house Sunday looking for drugs and say they found everything from mushrooms to fentanyl, and that was before investigators started looking inside of a truck.
Family sues Amazon after deadly shooting at fulfillment center
The family of a man fatally shot at the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Baton Rouge has filed a wrongful death lawsuit, nearly a year after his death during an argument, court records show.
The lawsuit was filed Monday, April 27, in the 19th Judicial District Court.
Baton Rouge police have said Anthony was arguing with a co-worker, Nash.
Nash later shot Anthony after the argument escalated, police said. Ross and Nash then ran away from the facility and drove away, according to authorities.
BlackFile hackers actively extorting data-theft victims in retail and hospitality sector
Researchers warn that BlackFile, an extortion group likely associated with The Com, continues to impersonate IT support in voice-phishing and social engineering attacks that have impacted organizations in multiple industries, including healthcare, technology, transportation, logistics, wholesale and retail.
Attackers have been actively targeting organizations in the retail and hospitality industry since February, according to Unit 42’s latest intelligence on the campaign.
Ventura Police Report Drop in Retail Theft, But Business Owners Say Fewer Shoppers May Be Factor
Retail theft in Ventura is down 35% compared to this time last year, according to the Ventura Police Department.
Police say they investigated 650 retail theft cases in 2024, down from 420 the year before. Officials credit increased enforcement and improved surveillance technology for the decline.
“You have organized efforts by law enforcement to be out there and be seen,” said Commander Ryan Weeks. “You have better camera systems, so it's easier to identify people.”
Three men arrested after stealing over $2,400 in merchandise in Harford County
Three men were arrested Friday afternoon after authorities say they collaborated to steal more than $2,400 in merchandise from two separate retail stores in Abingdon.
Deputies with the Harford County Sheriff’s Office were called to a business on Constant Friendship Boulevard around 4 p.m. following a report of a theft.
Store loss prevention officers informed responding deputies that three men had taken items and fled in a vehicle toward another nearby retail location.
California OSHA Standards Board Releases Updated Draft Workplace Violence Rule
The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board released a revised draft workplace violence regulation for general industry that clarifies the definition of small employer and specifies the elements of a workplace violence prevention plan.
The draft regulation adds employer-provided transportation within the scope of what is covered. The discussion draft states that the regulation would apply to “all employers, employees, places of employment, employer-provided housing, and employer-provided transportation.”
A big thank you to Appriss Retail for supporting APEX 2026 in Nashville. Your continued commitment to helping retailers combat fraud, reduce loss, and make smarter decisions plays an important role in moving the industry forward. We appreciate your partnership and your investment in bringing top asset protection leaders together for meaningful conversations. Events like APEX are stronger because of solution providers who show up, engage, and help shape what comes next.
Join us for the Retail Crime Legal Briefing Q&A Southeast in partnership with ALTO, where we’ll get into the challenges retailers are facing and the legal strategies that matter most right now. Featuring insights from attorney Charles Bowling, Esq., and Ops Lead Counsel Simon Isham from ALTO, this session will explore the topic from multiple angles to give you a well rounded perspective.
Join the Interactive Live Discussion on May 7, 2026 at 2:00 pm to gain actionable insights on navigating retail crime in today’s landscape.
The Biggest Face Matching Myths in Retail are it’s too expensive. Too risky. Too biased. Too hard to scale. Face matching in retail has been buried under myths for years, and many decision-makers are still operating on outdated assumptions.
In this webinar with SAFR, we’ll separate fact from fiction, tackle the biggest misconceptions head-on, and explore what modern, responsible face matching actually looks like in today’s retail environment. Register now and see what the industry may be getting wrong.
Video Claiming To Show Alleged Counterfeit Louis Vuitton Sneaker Factory Goes Viral
A short video clip is currently circulating widely across social media. The footage appears to show workers assembling what look like Louis Vuitton sneakers inside a factory. The clip was shared by the Instagram @kick_utopia and has been going viral.
In the video, workers can be seen handling green and white sneakers that display Louis Vuitton branding. Additionally, the footage shows assembly machinery, packaging materials, and what appear to be dust bags bearing luxury branding. The origin and precise location of the factory shown in the video remain unverified.
March Networks Wins 2026 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award in Analytics
March Networks, a leader in intelligent video solutions, today celebrated being recognized as a winner in the 2026 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards. Presented by the Business Intelligence Group, the award recognizes organizations, products, teams, and individuals that are applying artificial intelligence to drive real, measurable impact.
The 2026 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards honor achievement across a broad range of industries and use cases, spotlighting the companies and leaders moving AI beyond experimentation and into practical, accountable deployment. This year’s program recognized winners across 36 industries and more than 15 countries.
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