Maricopa County Targets Retail Theft | Tucson News

Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell is going all-in on stopping organized retail crime, targeting crews that hit multiple stores and steal tens of thousands—like the Ulta Beauty heist involving two sisters. She argues this theft doesn’t just rob stores; it hikes prices for regular shoppers and locks up products, while also funding more serious crimes. Since launching her task force in 2022, she’s added dedicated investigators, raised bail, and seen a surge in cases—with nearly a thousand convictions since 2023. But not every department agrees: some say local police lack resources or focus to match her intensity. Mitchell stresses prison as a deterrent and urges witnesses to quietly report suspicious activity, aiming to keep repeat offenders off the streets. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/62174fb058e390e0