Vancouver Police Launch Retail Crime Unit After High-Impact Forum

Over 200 retailers joined the Vancouver Police Department’s Retail Crime Forum on March 6, 2025, to tackle rising theft. RCC’s retail security leader, Rui Rodrigues, and top loss prevention experts shared strategies, while VPD announced the formation of a dedicated retail crime unit. With theft surging, this move signals a stronger crackdown on organized retail crime. Read more: Vancouver Sun.