Amelia Posted June 22, 2005 Posted June 22, 2005 Organized Retail Theft Most Frequently Shoplifted Items in Rank Order Product Name UPC Number 1. Advil tablet 50 ct 30573015030 2. Advil tablet 100 ct 30573015040 3. Aleve caplet 100 ct 32586610506 4. EPT Pregnancy Test single 5280032957 5. Gillette Sensor 10 ct 4740011505 6. Kodak 200 24 exp 4177124194 7. Similac w/iron powder - case 7007452276 8. Similac w/iron powder - single can 7007452275 9. Preparation H 12 ct 30573288310 10. Primatene tablet 24 ct 30573295210 Working in the grocery industry I can understand the focus on various products for theft. But what really baffles me is number 9. <img src="/ubbtreads/images/graemlins/seenoevil.gif" alt="" /> Quote <p><span style="color:#0000FF;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">"Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you."</span></span> Eph 4:29</span><br><br><img src="http://banners.wunderground.com/weathersticker/gizmotimetemp_both/US/OR/Fairview.gif" alt="Fairview.gif"> Fairview Or</p>
Nicodema Posted June 22, 2005 Posted June 22, 2005 Not candy bars, huh? Quote "After such knowledge, what forgiveness?" -- T.S. Eliot
Moderators Bravus Posted June 22, 2005 Moderators Posted June 22, 2005 That's very interesting, because it suggests that much theft is driven by actual poverty and need, rather than by whim or thrill-seeking. These are neither recreational drugs nor luxury items, they're necessities of life (yep, even Preparation H!) that people are (I infer) stealing because they can't afford to buy them. Stealing is wrong, but so is organizing a society in such a way that people feel they have no choice. Let's get those bibles out and look at all the references to the widows and the fatherless... Quote Truth is important
Administrators Gail Posted June 22, 2005 Administrators Posted June 22, 2005 Advil? Desperate women with cramps? Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Moderators Bravus Posted June 22, 2005 Moderators Posted June 22, 2005 Well, that's one use for it, but it's a general painkiller, yes? Quote Truth is important
Pockey Posted June 22, 2005 Posted June 22, 2005 </font><blockquote><font class="small">Quote:</font><hr /> That's very interesting, because it suggests that much theft is driven by actual poverty and need, rather than by whim or thrill-seeking. These are neither recreational drugs nor luxury items, they're necessities of life (yep, even Preparation H!) that people are (I infer) stealing because they can't afford to buy them. Stealing is wrong, but so is organizing a society in such a way that people feel they have no choice. Let's get those bibles out and look at all the references to the widows and the fatherless... <hr /></blockquote><font class="post"> That's definitely a kind way to look at it. I figured #9 is there because it might be embarassing to purchase. Quote
Moderators Bravus Posted June 22, 2005 Moderators Posted June 22, 2005 Hehe - possibly, though I don't see Trojans on the list... <img src="/ubbtreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Quote Truth is important
Moderators LynnDel Posted June 22, 2005 Moderators Posted June 22, 2005 The heading on Amelia's message was "organized retail theft". That leads me to believe that it's not needy people stealing off the shelves, but organized crime doing the stealing. For cheap resale, maybe? LD Quote LD
Moderators Bravus Posted June 23, 2005 Moderators Posted June 23, 2005 Heh, no, all the disorganized ones get caught... <img src="/ubbtreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Quote Truth is important
bonnie Posted June 23, 2005 Posted June 23, 2005 Nothing mysterious about Number 9. The same ingredient that reduces the swelling of hemorrhoids also reduces the puffiness beneath the eyes. It is a favorite cosmetic item of youmg women. Many drugstores in our area now keep it locked in a glass case with other items that have become popular to steal. Pain killers,sleep aids,cough syrup,etc. These are items that are now either behind the counter or under lock and key in many area's here. Bonnie Quote Everything you do is based on the choices you make. It's not your parents, your past relationships, your job, the economy, the weather, an argument, or your age that is to blame. You and only you are responsible for every decision and choice you make, period ... ... Wish more people would realize this. Quotes by Susan Gottesman
there buster Posted June 23, 2005 Posted June 23, 2005 During the Depression, the crime rate actually went down. Theft is not related need in countries such as the U.S. Ever hear of Winona Ryder? Shoplifting in general is more common in affluent areas. Quote “the slovenliness of our language makes it easier to have foolish thoughts.” George Orwell
Amelia Posted June 23, 2005 Author Posted June 23, 2005 </font><blockquote><font class="small">Quote:</font><hr /> though I don't see Trojans on the list <hr /></blockquote><font class="post"> LOL Yes condoms are on the list, just further down. I only listed the top ten. Quote <p><span style="color:#0000FF;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">"Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you."</span></span> Eph 4:29</span><br><br><img src="http://banners.wunderground.com/weathersticker/gizmotimetemp_both/US/OR/Fairview.gif" alt="Fairview.gif"> Fairview Or</p>
Neil D Posted June 23, 2005 Posted June 23, 2005 Quote: Ed Dickerson said: Ever hear of Winona Ryder? Shoplifting in general is more common in affluent areas. Hmmmmm... I guess the rich and the famous do make the news... However the countless thousands who don't make the news, now there's a story.... Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
there buster Posted June 23, 2005 Posted June 23, 2005 Quote: However the countless thousands who don't make the news, now there's a story.... Yeah, well here's the story. Quote: Psychological Studies on Shoplifting and Kleptomania Shoplifting is clearly a psychological issue for many people. Shoplifting for most individuals is rarely about greed or poverty. It’s about people struggling with their own personal conflicts and needs. (emphasis supplied) There's a lot more at: http://www.shopliftingprevention.org/WhatNASPOffers/NRC/PsychologicalStudies.htm Quote “the slovenliness of our language makes it easier to have foolish thoughts.” George Orwell
Dr. Shane Posted June 24, 2005 Posted June 24, 2005 "Men do not despise a theif, if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry." Prob. 6:30 Quote Pastoral Family Counselor... Find me at www.PostumCafe.com Author of Peculiar Christianity
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