Organized Retail Crime

Retailers say organized criminals becoming more violent

Organized retail crime isn't only costly for businesses -- it's dangerous. The results of NRF's eighth annual Organized Retail Crime survey show that organized criminals are becoming more brazen, as almost 15% of apprehensions lead to some level of violence. Survey results also indicate a major increase in cargo theft and detail the top 10 U.S. cities for organized retail crime. Explore the 2012 Organized Retail Crime Survey results.

Albuquerque Police Department continues to lead the fight against economic crimes
The Albuquerque Police Department announced the creation of a new economic crimes section that will be focused on catching thieves who target the same businesses over and over again and then turn a profit by selling the goods online and at flea markets...

Joe LaRocca discusses NRF Organized Retail Crime survey on CNBC
NRF’s senior asset protection advisor Joe LaRocca appeared live on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street to discuss what retailers are doing on the legislative front to combat organized retail crime...

How state associations can impact the fight against ORC
State retail associations play an important role interfacing with local legislators. Some groups – such as those in Arizona, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Texas – go a step beyond...

Background information on organized retail crime
ORC is defined as the Theft/Fraud activity conducted with the intent to convert illegally obtained merchandise, cargo, cash, or cash equivalent into financial gain...