'Maybe we cried too much' over shoplifting, Walgreens executive says

Walgreens executive: "Maybe we cried too much" about shoplifting, thefts

There are other retailers — such as Walmart and Target — that recently said theft has been a major problem.

'Maybe we cried too much' over shoplifting, Walgreens executive says

Throughout the pandemic, major retailers have warned about surging theft and a rise in brazen shoplifting attempts. But a top Walgreens executive now says the freakout may have been overblown.

‘Maybe we cried too much’ over shoplifting, Walgreens executive says

(CNN) — Throughout the pandemic, major retailers have warned about surging theft and a rise in brazen shoplifting attempts. But a top Walgreens executive now...

'Maybe we cried too much' over shoplifting, Walgreens executive says

The retailer freakout over shoplifting may have been overblown, the Walgreens finance chief acknowledged.

‘Maybe we cried too much’: Walgreens hints it exaggerated shoplifting surge

Financial chief James Kehoe admits company may have overstated purported problem, which fueled rightwing outrage over crime

'Maybe we cried too much' over shoplifting, Walgreens executive says

Throughout the pandemic, major retailers have warned about surging theft and a rise in brazen shoplifting attempts. But a top Walgreens executive now says the freakout may have been overblown.