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Arlington County Police Increase Enforcement Efforts with ‘Holiday Retail Theft Detail’ to Combat Crime


The Arlington County Police Department is cracking down on shoplifting with the rollout of a “Holiday Retail Theft Detail” in northern Virginia. The department has seen a significant increase in shoplifting incidents year-over-year, with over 1,000 reports in 2023 and nearly 1,700 year-to-date in 2024. Ashley Savage, from the Arlington County Police Department, attributes the increase to better reporting through community outreach efforts.

To combat this trend, the “Holiday Retail Theft Detail” will include extra patrols, electronic signboards, and officers engaging with community members and businesses. The goal is to create a high visibility presence as a deterrent for crime and ensure the safety of shoppers during the holiday season. The initiative has already led to eight arrests on Black Friday, with plans to continue through December.

Shoppers in Arlington may notice increased police presence in areas such as Ballston Quarter and the Pentagon City Metro station. The department wants to send a message that retail shopping in Arlington County is safe, and they are committed to reducing shoplifting incidents in the area. Overall, the “Holiday Retail Theft Detail” aims to protect businesses and shoppers in Arlington during the busy holiday shopping season.

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