The criminal mind is an ever changing, constantly evolving scheme. Just when you think you have them beat, along comes something completely unexpected. The current trend in theft is to attack where they least expect it to be. Hackers are targeting systems that are seemingly less obvious targets. As a result there is a lower level of security. Retail theft prevention is starting to notice a similar trend.
Shoplifters are starting to target less obvious merchandise. The theory is that retailers are concentrating their resources to stop shoplifting of high end/ high priced, designer, and well-known brands. As a result, shoplifters looking to make an easier score are targeting items that are not common high theft items.
One example is a theft ring that was just caught in Arizona. The thieves were targeting more expensive building block toys. These thieves knew better than to steal hundred dollar fragrances or designer jeans (for example) they went after the toys.
In stores that cater to mostly moms and kids, the retail theft prevention that was in place was much easier to defeat, and these criminals knew it. After several thousands of dollars in product had been lost, the toy stores partnered with the local crime ring task force who ultimately put an end to the losses.
Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Anti-Shoplifting devices and your Electronic Article Surveillance or EAS system from Checkpoint Systems to stop shoplifting in your store.
For more information on Anti-Shoplifting, Checkpoint Labels, a Checkpoint Security System, Checkpoint Security Tags, Checkpoint Systems, or Checkpoint Tags and how they can work with your Electronic Article Surveillance or EAS system contact us at Retail theft prevention to Stop Shoplifting in your store or call 1.770.426.0547
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