RILA Crime Trends Survey
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) has reported a growth in amateur or opportunistic events, financial fraud, robberies and burglaries, and organized retail crime incidents have increased in all segments according to the 2009 RILA Crime Trends Survey.
Casey Chroust, Senior Vice President of LP Operation for RILA reported the following increases:
61% increase in amateur and opportunistic events, 55% increase in financial fraud incidents, and a 72% increase in organized retail crime incidents.
The retail market segments included in the 2009 RILA Crime Trends Survey included grocery stores, mass merchants, specialty stores, apparel retailers, electronics and appliances, and fabric and craft retailers.
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Another reason why cutting back on security during these economic times is not a great management decision.
