Training Program for Law Enforcement and Private Security on Organized Retail Crime Consulting

Program Overview The training program is designed to educate both law enforcement and private security professionals on the dynamics of Organized Retail Crime (ORC). It focuses on strategies to recognize, prevent, and respond to ORC activities, which involve the illegal acquisition and redistribution of merchandise, cargo, and cash equivalents for financial gain, excluding personal use.

Key Definitions and Understanding ORC

• Organized Retail Crime: Defined as criminal activities aimed at converting illegally obtained goods for financial gain, occurring through multiple incidents, across various stores or jurisdictions, and involving coordinated actions by multiple individuals or single individuals acting in multiple roles (e.g., booster and fence).

Training Modules

1. Introduction to ORC: This module covers the basic definition, scope, and impact of ORC, underlining its significance as a $30 billion issue in the U.S.

2. Identifying ORC Activities: Trainees learn to identify patterns and red flags that suggest ORC, such as repeated thefts across multiple locations or coordinated thefts by groups.

3. Legal Framework: Overview of laws and regulations that pertain to ORC, including jurisdictional challenges and the legal instruments available to combat ORC.

4. Preventative Strategies: Focuses on collaboration between retail operators and security forces, use of technology, and physical security enhancements to prevent ORC incidents.

5. Investigative Techniques: Detailed instructions on conducting investigations, gathering evidence, and understanding the operation of ORC networks.

6. Engagement with Stakeholders: Training on effective communication and cooperation between retailers, law enforcement, and other relevant entities.

7. Case Studies: Review of real-life ORC cases to provide practical insights and lessons learned.

Skill Development

• Analytical Skills: Enhancing the ability to analyze and interpret patterns that indicate organized crime activities.

• Legal Knowledge: Understanding the legal aspects, including jurisdictional issues and prosecution challenges related to ORC.

• Preventative Measures: Developing skills in implementing effective security measures and using technology to deter ORC.

Outcomes and Goals The program aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively tackle ORC, reduce losses, and enhance cooperation between public and private sectors in addressing this pervasive issue.

Consultation and Follow-up Participants are encouraged to maintain engagement through free consultations and ongoing professional development opportunities to stay updated on ORC trends and solutions.

By completing this training, law enforcement and security professionals will be better prepared to address ORC more effectively, contributing to significant reductions in retail losses nationwide.