Businesses are leaving Towson Town Center. Who's to blame?

Several businesses are leaving Towson Town Center. Consumers say the economy and crime are to blame

Four long-established retailers are leaving the Towson Town Center, and restaurants surrounding Towson Square next to the movie theater have already left. Some shoppers believe crime and the uncertain economy are behind the exodus, and they are right on both counts. Experts say the economy is a factor, and so is crime — or at least the perception of it. “For lease” signs extend across the windows of restaurants on both sides of the street. Not a…

Businesses are leaving Towson Town Center. Who's to blame?

Some shoppers believe crime and the uncertain economy are behind the exodus, and they're right on both counts. Experts say the economy is a factor, and so is crime — or at least the perception of it.

Major stores leaving Towson Town Center

The shopping hub of Towson is entering a season of change for the new year. WATCH: Major stores leaving Towson Town Center Major stores leaving Towson Town Center Tommy Bahama, Madewell, Banana Republic, and Wockenfuss Candies are all leaving the Towson Town Center.Tommy Bahama has already closed down, with Banana Republic closing in January.Nancy Hafford, with the Chamber of Commerce, told WMAR-2 News it's not something they have seen before."E…