2023 arrests for organized retail theft in Fairfax County, Virginia nearly tripled compared to 2021, with reported thefts doubling.

Fairfax County Police in Virginia have made significant progress in combatting organized retail theft, with arrests nearly tripling in 2023 compared to 2021. High-profile cases involve a seven-person crew stealing $60k worth of luxury goods from the Chanel store in Tysons Galleria mall and a separate crew causing $170k in losses across seven states. Reported thefts in the county have doubled since 2021, and Police Chief Kevin Davis emphasizes the importance of retailers gathering video evidence to aid police in making arrests.

August 15, 2024
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