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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…
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