Third victim dies after being shot at grocery store in ‘random’ attack
A third victim has died following a shooting at a shopping plaza in DeKalb County near Atlanta, turning the incident into an even more serious tragedy. Authorities say multiple people were shot during the violence, and investigators continue working to determine what led to the attack. Police are reviewing evidence and seeking information about the suspect or suspects involved. The case adds to growing concerns around violence in and around retail centers and public gathering spaces.
Feds Bust Dutchess Couple In $575K Identity Theft Shopping Spree
Federal prosecutors say a Dutchess County couple orchestrated a $575,000 identity theft and credit card fraud scheme used to fund a large shopping spree. Investigators allege the pair used stolen identities and compromised payment information to buy merchandise and luxury goods. Charges include identity theft, wire fraud, and access device fraud. The case highlights how organized fraud rings continue to exploit consumer data for retail purchases.
Amazon Seizes 15M Counterfeit Items
Amazon says it seized more than 15 million counterfeit items in 2025 as part of its ongoing anti-fraud and brand protection efforts. The company said it continues investing in machine learning, investigations, and partnerships with brands and law enforcement to stop fake goods before they reach customers. Amazon also reported thousands of bad actors were blocked from attempting to sell on its marketplace. The update reflects the scale of counterfeit risk in e-commerce and the growing pressure on marketplaces to police third-party sellers.
Armed robbers steal more than $1M from Brinks armored truck, Philly police say
Philadelphia police are investigating after two armed men robbed a Brink's armored truck in Northeast Philadelphia. Authorities say the suspects, armed with assault-style rifles, ambushed the truck during a stop on Torresdale Avenue and fled with more than $1 million in cash, with some reports placing the total closer to $1.8 million. No injuries were reported, and investigators later located a vehicle believed to have been used in the robbery. The brazen daytime heist is raising renewed concerns around organized crews targeting cash logistics operations.
Woman charged with attempted murder after attacking store employee with large knife, police say
Police say a woman has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly attacking a store employee with a large knife. Investigators say the employee was seriously threatened during the incident before officers responded and took the suspect into custody. The victim’s condition was not immediately clear in early reports. The case is another reminder of the rising risks frontline retail workers can face during volatile encounters.
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Global cargo theft surges as organized crime targets supply chains: report
Cargo theft is becoming increasingly sophisticated and organised, with criminal networks exploiting both physical and digital vulnerabilities across global supply chains, according to a new report from global transport and logistics insurer TT Club and BSI Consulting.
The ‘2025 Cargo Theft Report’ highlights a sharp escalation in both the scale and complexity of incidents worldwide, with trucks accounting for around 70% of all thefts and one in five cases involving insider collaboration.
Globally, countries including Brazil, Mexico, India, the USA and Germany remain among the most affected, with Ecuador experiencing one of the fastest-growing rates of theft as gang activity intensified.
Atomic Golf shooter was security employee, Las Vegas police say
The man accused of shooting a woman at Atomic Golf then barricading himself inside the business for several hours, was an employee, according to an arrest report obtained by 8 News Now.
Andrew Mullen, 39, was a contracted security guard at the business and used office furniture to barricade himself inside an office, documents said.
The incident started around 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, when Mullen allegedly shot a woman in the chest. She was taken to UMC where she was receiving treatment for a single gunshot wound.
Metro police were able to work with the business to access a security video feed that helped them identify Mullen and watch his movements.
Two women arrested in Boca Raton Macy's theft ring, nearly $5K in merchandise recovered
Two women were arrested by the Boca Raton Police Department after an investigation into coordinated retail thefts at the Town Center at Boca Raton, with officers alleging the pair worked together to steal thousands of dollars in merchandise from a Macy’s store.
Arrest records show Vintoya Charneice Woodard, 30, of Pompano Beach, and Vinquisha Chantiere Woodard, 32, of Lauderhill, were taken into custody on April 21, 2026. Both were booked into the Palm Beach County Jail following the incident at the Macy’s located at 5700 Glades Road.
According to a probable cause affidavit filed by Boca Raton Police, officers responded to the store on April 20, 2026, around 9:04 p.m. after receiving a report of retail theft.
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840,000 Global deaths a year linked to psychosocial risks at work
More than 840,000 people die each year from health conditions linked to psychosocial risks, such as long working hours, job insecurity, and workplace harassment, according to a new global report by the International Labour Organization (ILO). These work-related psychosocial risks are mainly associated with cardiovascular diseases and mental disorders, including suicide.
The report also finds that these risks account for nearly 45 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) lost annually, reflecting years of healthy life lost due to illness, disability, or premature death, and are estimated to result in economic losses equivalent to 1.37 per cent of global GDP each year.
$300M stolen in cross-chain bridge hack, largest DeFi exploit of 2026
Hackers exploited a cross-chain bridge used by Kelp DAO and built using LayerZero on Saturday, draining 116,500 rsETH or about $292 million in the largest DeFi hack of 2026 to date.
LayerZero is a system that enables messaging and data transfer between blockchain networks. Attackers drained 116,500 rsETH, which is a token issued by liquid restaking protocol Kelp DAO representing “restaked” Ether.
Kelp DAO allows users to deposit popular staking tokens like stETH or cbETH in exchange for rsETH.
The hacked system held the reserve of rsETH that backs versions of the token used across more than 20 blockchains, including Base, Arbitrum, Linea, Blast, Mantle and Scroll, according to Coindesk.
31 arrested as police bust $10 million supermarket theft ring in Australia
An alleged retail theft network worth millions has been broken up in Australia, with police confirming that an Indian national on an expired visa is among 31 people arrested.
Victoria police say the group is accused of stealing up to $10 million worth of goods from supermarkets across the state in a highly organised operation. The arrests follow a months-long investigation.
Among those charged is a 39-year-old Indian man who police allege was in the country on an expired visa. He is accused of stealing around $160,000 worth of goods over several months. Authorities say he faces 68 counts of theft and 19 counts of attempted theft and is yet to appear in court.
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Licensed security guards would gain civil liability protections for using justified force under new House bill
Despite some opposition, the House advanced a bill 70-28 that would protect licensed armed security guards from civil liability charges if they are proven justified in discharging a firearm.
Carlson said his bill would classify a licensed armed security guard as an “authorized person,” thereby providing protection from civil lawsuits should law enforcement officers and district attorneys deem the guard’s use of a gun as justified.
The “authorized person” classification already includes anyone with a valid concealed handgun permit, active and honorably discharged military members and any authorized law enforcement officer.
Amazon Recasts Marketplace Fraud as a Broader Trust Problem
Amazon is making a broader argument about fraud in online commerce. The threat is no longer limited to fake handbags, copycat electronics and trademark abuse. It now stretches across scams, fake reviews, product safety, organized retail crime and seller manipulation.
In its first “Trustworthy Shopping Experience” report, Amazon said it is using artificial intelligence (AI), tighter seller checks and wider enforcement efforts to stop many of those threats before they reach shoppers or merchants.
The report marks a shift from Amazon’s earlier brand protection reports, which focused largely on counterfeits and intellectual property.
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