Retail Theft
Sacramento ranks 7th highest in the nation when it comes to retail crime, and have been in the top ten since 2018. How can you protect your business?
Reporting Retail Crime: What You Need to Know
Contact the police about retail crime that is taking place or one that has already occurred
Please review the list below for guidance on reporting a retail crime in your area.
Be as specific as possible with the incident
Please review the list below for guidance on reporting a retail crime in your area.
Advised if the parties involved arrived/left on foot, bike, or vehicle (if possible, give a description of the bike/vehicle - make, model, color, license plate and direction of travel)
Please review the list below for guidance on reporting a retail crime in your area.
Take photos and videos if safe to do so
Please review the list below for guidance on reporting a retail crime in your area.
Explain when you feel endangered what is being said to you, and if there are any weapons involved
Please review the list below for guidance on reporting a retail crime in your area.
Describe all parties involved, specifically their physical characteristics (hair color, eeye color, facial hair, tattoos, etc.)
Please review the list below for guidance on reporting a retail crime in your area.
Retail Theft Resources:
The following resources are designed to help business owners and community members report retail crime, share critical information, and support prevention efforts. By staying informed and involved, you play a vital role in building a safer, stronger, and more resilient local business community.