Man shot at theft suspect outside Lowe’s. He thought he should be rewarded
Police say a man shot a theft suspect in the parking lot of a Lowe’s after accusing him of stealing. The shooter told officers he believed he should be “rewarded” for confronting the victim. The teen survived and was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. The shooter was arrested and faces multiple felony charges.
Main Street Under Attack: The Cost of Crime on Small Businesses
A congressional committee reported that organized retail crime has escalated to a level that threatens small businesses and consumer prices nationwide. Lawmakers highlighted rising theft, violence, and coordination among criminal groups. Witnesses urged Congress to strengthen enforcement and improve data sharing. The committee emphasized that retail crime is no longer a local issue but a national economic problem.
'This was totally preventable by Walmart': Lawsuit filed by TC stabbing incident victim
A customer who was stabbed inside a Walmart has filed a lawsuit claiming the company ignored multiple warning signs that could have prevented the attack. The suit alleges Walmart failed to address unsafe conditions and did not act on prior reports about the assailant’s behavior. The victim suffered severe injuries and says the incident was “entirely preventable.” Walmart has not publicly commented on the ongoing litigation.
Tire Shop manager killed in workplace shooting, employee charged
A tire shop employee is accused of fatally shooting his manager during a dispute at work. Police arrived to find the manager dead at the scene and quickly identified the employee as the suspect. The shooter reportedly fled but was later arrested without incident. He now faces a murder charge and the investigation remains ongoing.
Secret Service joins investigation into Loganville CVS deadly shooting
Investigators are examining a deadly shooting outside a CVS in Loganville where one person was killed. The Secret Service joined the investigation because the incident may be connected to a financial crime case involving counterfeit currency. Police have not released details about suspects or potential motives. The case is still developing as multiple agencies review evidence.
Gatekeeper Systems’ Strategic Partnership with ROC Adds Top-Ranked Facial Recognition Algorithm to Industry Leading FaceFirst Software
FaceFirst + ROC: AI You Can Trust. Accuracy You Can Prove.
Foothill Ranch CA, December 3, 2025 — Gatekeeper Systems, a pioneer in intelligent theft prevention solutions, today announced a significant enhancement to its FaceFirst platform with the integration of technology from ROC. ROC is the #1 American provider of facial recognition and vision AI and trusted by the U.S. Department of Defense, numerous law enforcement agencies, and Fortune 500 companies.
FaceFirst’s ROC algorithm integration delivers a new level of accuracy, fairness, and operational trust to enterprise loss prevention programs. It helps retailers reduce false alerts, improve investigative efficiency, and strengthen risk mitigation without requiring new hardware or additional costs.
Platform Engineered for Confidence and Compliance
The FaceFirst + ROC integration provides dual-algorithm verification for every probable match event, improving system accuracy in diverse and complex environments while maintaining the speed retailers rely on for life safety and security. Both platforms are developed in the United States and adhere to high standards of privacy, fairness, and responsible AI governance.
Setting a Higher Standard for Responsible Retail AI
“Facial recognition in retail must be fast, accurate, and accountable,” said Robert Harling, CEO of Gatekeeper Systems. “By embedding ROC’s NIST-verified algorithm directly into FaceFirst, we’re giving retailers a system that performs in real time and stands up to public, operational, and legal scrutiny. It’s AI you can trust—and accuracy you can prove.”
Suspect Arrested in Long Beach After Stealing Over $10,000 in Merchandise from Retail Chain
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Long Beach after authorities linked him to multiple retail thefts, including one in Barstow where he allegedly stole $1,800 worth of merchandise.
Oficers responded to a reported theft on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at approximately 11:19 a.m.
The incident occurred at a business in the 2700 block of Tanger Way. Witnesses reported that a Hispanic male adult entered the store, took merchandise, and fled the scene.
According to a written statement from the Barstow Police Department, responding officers were able to obtain the license plate of the suspect vehicle and entered it into a law enforcement database.
11 people arrested in retail theft operation at University Town Center mall in Sarasota
Following a three-day operation in the University Town Center mall in Sarasota, 11 people were arrested and charged with theft.
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said that on Tuesday, their tactical and intelligence units, as well as their criminal investigations section and their patrol bureau, conducted an operation in the mall between Nov. 18 and 20.
As a result of the operation, 11 people were arrested, deputies said. Collectively, those arrested have been charged with seven misdemeanors and eight felonies.
Palm Beach County Couple Accused in $31K Retail Theft Scheme
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of a Palm Beach couple this week for allegedly running a large Organized Retail Theft scheme that resulted in $31,000 in losses from several major retailers.
“These types of thefts burden Florida’s families by driving up prices as stores try to cover their losses,” Uthmeier said in a release. “We are going to prioritize the safety and well-being of law-abiding Floridians by putting thieves behind bars and keeping prices down.”
According to the attorney general's office, suspects allegedly committed 40 documented thefts from Target, Publix, Walgreens, Dollar General, Winn-Dixie, Walmart, Macy’s, BJ’s Wholesale, and JCPenney in Palm Beach and Broward counties.
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WSC strongly support swift passage of U.S. organized cargo and retail theft legislation
The World Shipping Council (WSC) has joined a broad coalition of 90 industry partners calling for quick passage of the bipartisan Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025.
A coalition letter of support outlining the need for and provisions of the bill is available on the WSC website.
Statement from Joe Kramek, President & CEO, World Shipping Council:
“Organized cargo and retail theft is costing the U.S. economy billions of dollars each year and undermining the security of the American supply chain.
Workplace Violence Prevention and the Overlap of Employment Law and Safety Compliance
Workplace violence continues to be a growing national concern and one of the leading causes of occupational fatalities. In 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 5,283 workplace deaths nationwide. Of these, 740 fatalities, or 14%, were due to violent acts. More than 60% of those incidents were homicides, and 18% workplace homicide victims were women. Workers aged 25 to 34 experienced the highest number of fatalities related to violent acts, and nearly 30 percent of workplace homicides occurred in the retail trade industry.
FTC: Watch out for holiday scammers posing as airlines, retailers
With the holiday shopping and travel period fully underway, there’s a good chance those “unknown caller” calls and suspicious texts everyone gets these days are going to increase. That’s why the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is urging consumers to watch out for scammers impersonating trusted companies to steal money or data.
Scammers are setting up fake online shops and posting “too-good-to-be-true” deals on social media, the FTC warns, redirecting buyers to counterfeit websites that sell nothing or inferior products.
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Safeguarding Executive Digital Security
Chuck Randolph, Senior Vice President, Strategic Intelligence & Security at 360 Privacy, highlights essential insights on executive cybersecurity, including the evolving threats posed by data sprawl, automation, and targeted attacks.
Learn best practices for protecting identity, securing home networks, and enhancing resilience against deepfakes and reputation risks in today’s fast-moving digital landscape.
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The Basics of Break-In Prevention: Securing Your Facility
No facility is completely impervious to break-ins, but with the right security measures in place, you can make it much harder for burglars to succeed.
The goal of break-in prevention is not to guarantee a completely secure building but to delay unauthorized entry long enough for law enforcement or security personnel to respond. Even if your building hasn’t experienced any recent security threats, regular evaluations and upgrades to its protective measures are essential.
Here’s a back-to-basics guide on how to fortify your facility’s entry points and deter potential break-ins.
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