Robbery

The detective suffered life-threatening injuries but is listed in stable condition, police said

The defendants stole more than $10 million in goods from retailers such as Walmart, Costco, Walgreens and CVS, officials said

Experts say the data underscores two things: the impact of the pandemic and the power of public perception

"We hope this sends a strong message to would-be thieves facilitating their crimes that they will be held accountable," officials said

One estimate for losses from organized retail theft is 330 times lower than what the California Retailers Association estimated

New legislation will allow deputies to volunteer for overtime shifts

LAPD Chief Michel Moore disagreed, saying robberies are still down 13% compared to 2019

“We cannot function as a society where we have told people over and over again that there is no consequence for stealing other people’s property."

However, none of the suspects remain in custody, police said

The quick-thinking officer improvised when he realized he didn't have the proper equipment to make the arrest

Former officer Kevin Nishita was shot while working security for a TV news crew covering a smash-and-grab theft

The smash-and-grab spree has prompted San Francisco Police to step up patrols

“Every cop’s dream is to be in the right place like this to stop a robbery,” the officer said

Police are warning people to be aware of their surroundings, especially while leaving upscale businesses

Police believe the crew has netted more than $4 million in jewelry since the spree began in the summer