Are Retail Flash Mob Robberies Really Organized Retail Crime?

by Bryan | Jul 15, 2019 | Loss Prevention Media

Based on their very nature, flash mob robberies are hard to prevent. But it’s critical that all retailers train their employees to be aware and alert to the possibility, to not engage the mob in any way, to concentrate on remembering descriptions of perpetrators and...

The Impact of Implicit Bias in Professional Investigations

by Bryan | Jul 12, 2019 | Loss Prevention Media

Because unconscious bias is present in society, investigators must observe the importance of their word choices as a critical factor in the establishment of their objectivity in criminal investigations. Mike Bowers, CFI examines the potential impact of two sets of...

Episode 27 – Using Risk Terrain Modeling to Focus Crime Reduction Ft. Dr. Joel Caplan (Rutgers University)

by Bryan | Jul 11, 2019 | CrimeScience, Podcasts

The post Episode 27 – Using Risk Terrain Modeling to Focus Crime Reduction Ft. Dr. Joel Caplan (Rutgers University) appeared first on Loss Prevention Research Council....

Getting Ready for the Expanding Scope of Retail Security

by Bryan | Jul 11, 2019 | Loss Prevention Media

As retailers expand into customer experience retailing, loss prevention and risk management professionals are facing new challenges. Children’s play areas, curb-side pickup, and special in-store events each have unique security issues. Are you prepared?

What’s in the Mind of a Retail Shoplifter? How Do We Scientifically Change It?

by Bryan | Jul 10, 2019 | Loss Prevention Media

The Loss Prevention Retail Council recently launched it’s latest initiate called LPRC Innovate. LPM contributor Tony D’Onofrio was there and provides details on his latest blog post. He also summaries two LPRC research surveys. One on self-checkout theft...