Retailers report sharp rise in theft and violence

Retailers report sharp rise in theft and violence

The retail industry is facing growing challenges from theft and violence, with shoplifting and organized crime incidents increasing sharply last year, according to a new report from the National Retail Federation.The Impact of Theft & Violence 2025 study found an 18% jump in shoplifting incidents in 2024 compared with the previous year, while threats or acts of violence during thefts rose 17%.Organized theft groups have expanded their scope, tak…

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