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 MnRA hosted a retail crime update for businesses and law enforcement this past Friday. Pictured above left to right: Alan Tague, National Retail Federaiton/Gander Mountain; MnRA Board Chair Chuck Armstrong, Pawn America; Deputy Rob Wilkinson, Ramsey County Sherrif's Office; Sgt. Charles Anderson, St. Paul Police Department; Andrew Barborak, Twin Cities Organized Retail Crime Association/Gander Mountain; MnRA President Bruce Nustad.
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Retail Crime
Industry And Law Enforcement Officials Give Retailers A Look At Retail Crime In Minnesota
The criminals are creative. That was the message at Friday's 2015 Retail Crime Briefing hosted by the Minnesota Retailers Association at the Doubletree Hotel in St. Louis Park.
Seventy-five retailers and representatives from law enforcement heard the latest in retail fraud and scams from:
- Sergent Charles Anderson, St. Paul Police Department and Minnesota Financial Crimes Taskforce.
- Deputy Rob Wilkinson, Ramsey County Sheriff's Office and Minnesota Financial Crimes Taskforce.
- Alan Tague, Vice Chairman of the National Retail Federation's Loss Prevention Advisory Council and Vice President of Loss Control at Gander Mountain Company.
- Andrew Barborak, Twin Cities Organized Retail Crime Association and Gander Mountain Company.
Select messages from the event:
- Organized retail crime (ORC) costs retailers $30 billion a year.
- Nine out of 10 retailers in Minnesota are victims of ORC.
- Identity thieves primarily obtain account data from mail theft, theft from buildings and vehicles, and on the black market.
- Fraudulent and criminal activity can result in many negative impacts for retailers including merchant processing and check processing costs, cash loss from return fraud, inventory loss, and impacts on customer attitudes.
- Three out of four retailers say they have experienced gift card or store merchandise credit fraud as thieves take advantage of store policies.
- A third of retailers report being victims of cargo theft, with half saying the theft occurred between the distribution site and the store.
- Adding technology resources, followed by additional staffing are the top responses retailers have to dealing with ORC.
- States with ORC laws, like Minnesota, tend to see less crime.
- Real-time communication between law enforcement and retailers of all sizes is the only effective way to deal with today's ORC.
Thank you event sponsor:
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What Is Organized Retail Crime?
Organized retail crime (ORC) is defined as the theft or fraud activity conducted with the intent to convert illegally obtained merchandise, cargo, cash, or cash equivalent into financial gain (no personal use) through their online or offline resale.
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26 States Including Minnesota Have ORC Laws That Deter Crime
The following states have ORC-specific laws:
Source: National Retail Federation
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Top Items Stolen From Retailers
As reported in the National Retail Federation organized retail crime 2014 survey, the following items are the top stolen:
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Introducing The Twin Cities Organized Retail Crime Association
 In 2014, a group of dedicated law enforcement, crime analysts, corporate fraud and loss prevention investigators, and prosecutors created the Twin Cities Organized Retail Crime Association (TCORCA), 501c4 nonprofit corporation, as a private/public partnership to battle these criminal enterprises.
The private sector, often victimized by these crimes, has provided their expertise and support, while law enforcement has increased their efforts to apply their investigative skills, tools, and legal authority to hold these criminals to account, working hand-in-hand with prosecutors to ensure best practices in enforcement and the building of cases.
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NRF Protect 2015 | June 23-26, Long Beach
NRF PROTECT 2015, the largest retail loss prevention event in North America. The conference is especially for those who protect retail brands, assets, people and profits. NRF PROTECT features 2 � days of compelling educational sessions, networking opportunities and an innovative EXPO Hall.
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RILA Asset Protection Conference | May 3-6, Orlando
Dare to step away from the day-to-day routine and join more than 1000 of your colleagues at this 3-day event. Dare to participate in more than 20 hours of educational programming where thought leaders and industry experts lead thought-provoking, insightful and interactive sessions. Dare to provide opportunities for career development for you and your team members by participating in all six breakout tracks.
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I Am RETAIL Day At The Capitol
Retailers From Across The State To Meet Legislative Leaders March 19
Your story meets your legislators at the Minnesota Retailers Association's I am RETAIL Day at the Capitol. Our half-day begins with a breakfast reception featuring legislative leaders at the Minnesota History Center followed by conversations with legislators at the State Capitol.
With one in four jobs in Minnesota directly connected to retail, our elected officials now more than ever need to understand the impact of their decisions on retail businesses.
I Am RETAIL Day At The Capitol
Thursday, March 19
7:30 a.m. - noon
No cost to attend. Continental breakfast served. RSVP requested by March 11. Non-members welcome.
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Member Service
MnRA's RetailPlus+ Buying Group
The Minnesota Retailers Association (MnRA) has leveraged the collective clout of our members to offer increased savings on the products and services essential to retailers. These vital products and services help Minnesota retailers navigate the often complicated terrain of operating as a retailer.
Thank you for your patience as we redesign the web presence of the RetailPlus+ Buying Group in the coming weeks.
Question on the program? Contact the MnRA staff at (651) 227-6631.
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Minnesota Retailers Associaiton
400 Robert Street North, suite 1540
St. Paul, MN 55101
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