Kroger, Target, Walgreens push for law on retail crime, theft

Congress finds that thefts, fraud, and violence tied to organized retail crime have surged — citing retailer data on ...
Security

The Growing Threats of Organized Retail Crime

The rise of organized retail crime (ORC) has become one of the most pressing challenges for retailers, law enforcement, and the broader community. This live webinar will dive into the growing threats ...
Retail Dive

Retailers push anti-theft legislation before 2025 ends

The Retail Industry Leaders Association, National Retail Federation and several major chains Tuesday urged Congressional ...
New Jersey 101.5

Violent retail thefts are concerningly on the rise and New Jersey is fighting back

With organized retail crime rising sharply in New Jersey, the state is implementing tougher penalties and creating a task ...
Hoodline

Denver Area Pawnshop Raided in Multi-Year Investigation, Employee Charged in Organized Retail Crime Case

Pawnshop employee Sergey Nikolaev charged after a Denver area law enforcement operation uncovers stolen goods.
Retail TouchPoints

Return to Sender: How Organized Retail Crime Rings Exploit Returns, Claims, and Loopholes

Returns are no longer just a customer service issue — they’re a criminal goldmine. Organized retail crime (ORC) groups are exploiting return and claims processes in increasingly sophisticated ways, ...
PennyGem on MSN

$112B Crime Wave Wipes Out 60 Kroger Stores in Retail Bloodbath – 9,000 Jobs Lost

America’s largest supermarket chain, Kroger, is undertaking one of its most significant transformations in years. In June 2025, the company announced plans to close roughly 60 stores—around 2% of its ...