Tag: Organized Retail Crime
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Venezuelan immigrant sentenced to 17 years in prison for role in retail theft ring
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A 20-year-old immigrant was found guilty for playing a key role in a large-scale Venezuelan theft ring based in Castle Rock, according to the 23rd Judicial District. Jaison Contreras-Rangel, 20, was sentenced Friday to 17 years in prison for his role in 12 separate theft incidents. His contributions resulted in more than $238,000 of goods…
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Retailers cope with rise in shoplifting and organized retail crime
Shoplifters have become much more aggressive and violent in the last several years, leading retailers of all sizes to strategize on how to cope with this form of theft. On average, retailers are reporting a 26.5% increase in organized retail crime, according to the National Retail Federation. And many observers scratch their heads when they…