Walmart Fights Back Against Soaring Retail Theft With Police Presence and Store Closures

A Walmart in Atlanta is installing a police "workspace" inside the store to deter shoplifting when it reopens after being burned down.
Retail chains like Walmart are taking security measures due to estimated $94.5 billion in losses from theft and shrink in 2022.
Walmart's CEO said the company may close stores where local governments take a soft approach to retail crime.
Retail workers report increasing cases of organized retail theft and hostile behavior from customers.
A survey found most retail workers are more concerned about violence and theft compared to 5 years ago.

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9/7/2023

Atlanta Walmart considers adding police substation when it reopens

An Atlanta Walmart Supercenter store, which was temporarily closed due to suspected arson, is set to reopen next year with the possibility of housing an Atlanta Police Department substation.

9/8/2023

Atlanta Walmart Adds Police Substation to Combat Rampant Theft Causing Store Closures Nationwide

An Atlanta Walmart will combat retail theft by adding an on-site police substation or mini precinct, following a year-long closure due to arson incidents and in response to the loss of billions of dollars to theft and shoplifting. The mini precincts will serve as a deterrent and provide workspace for officers while addressing the community's desire for increased police presence.