An investigation into a retail theft at an Old Navy store in the South Shore Shopping Center, Alameda, has resulted in an arrest and the recovery of approximately $75,000 worth of stolen property. The incident, reported by store employees on February 9, triggered a comprehensive investigation by the Alameda Police.
Authorities discovered a pattern in similar retail theft cases, where organized groups would enter businesses and swiftly remove large quantities of merchandise. Alameda Police Lieutenant Brian Foster acknowledged the significance of this milestone in their ongoing efforts to combat organized retail theft. He emphasized that their work is far from over and expressed commitment to collaborating closely with community partners to ensure safe shopping experiences and support local businesses.
Working in conjunction with Old Navy’s security team, the Alameda Police identified the individuals involved in entering the stores and stealing the merchandise. They also collaborated with security teams from nine other stores in the South Shore Shopping Center, as well as witnesses and the California Highway Patrol.
As a result of this joint effort, law enforcement successfully recovered eight truckloads of stolen merchandise, multiple stolen vehicles, and over $10,000 in cash. However, the identity of the arrested individual was not disclosed.
