How to protect yourself from theft during holiday shopping season Holiday shoppers adapt to rising theft threats
DETROIT – With holiday shopping in full swing, many Americans are adjusting how they shop to protect themselves amid a sharp increase in theft incidents.
The National Retail Federation reports shoplifting has risen 93% since 2019, causing most shoppers to worry about theft and change their habits.
With holiday thefts on the rise, crime and safety expert Darnell Blackburn offers practical advice to help shoppers protect themselves and their belongings.
You can watch the full interview at the beginning of this article.
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About the Authors Priya Mann headshot
Priya joined WDIV-Local 4 in 2013 as a reporter and fill-in anchor. Education: B.A. in Communications/Post Grad in Advanced Journalism
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Darnell Blackburn, a former police officer, is Local 4's Crime and Safety Expert and part of the on-air team of traffic reporters for the station's Timesaver Traffic segments weekdays from 4:30 to 8 a.m.
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