Bi-Dumb's new America: Business owner warns crime is ‘out of control’ in DC as dozens of eateries are forced close up

Yep - close up shop.

Word has gone around that the rampant theft and crime may drive out the Giant Food on Alabama Avenue in Southeast D.C.

Weeks after people complained about a largely barren grocery section at a Walmart in Northwest D.C., the company said it will close the store on March 31, 2023.

Last year, 48 D.C. restaurants shut down while in 2023, 52 restaurants went out of business.

The woes that have hit the retail industry have claimed another victim, with popular footwear retailer Shoe City filing for bankruptcy and announcing that all 39 of its stores across Washington D.C, Maryland.

Biergarten Haus, a longtime beer garden, struggled during the pandemic and found that many regulars stopped coming due to the crime problem in the District. Owner Aaron McGovern was also the owner of Russia House, a D.C. mainstay known for its wide selection of vodkas and caviar, which closed earlier in 2023.

McGovern reportedly lost tens of thousands of dollars to burglaries of his businesses and experienced his employees getting assaulted.

D.C. restaurateur Bo Blair said he spends $4,000 a week on hired guards for his businesses.

Ah, but ain't that America, something to see baby.......

I saw something on Twitter (thank God for one free speech outlet) where in CA there were people organizing a flash mob style of theft. The police were aware and the mall had closed up with word of it. It's sad where things have gone in the world. 

https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/5-minors-arrested-following-large-disturbance-at-del-amo-fashion-center-in-torrance/

Repeated, NO CONTENT, thread-SPAM intended to antagonize!

This is a quote by one of the analysts:

Organized retail crime is an escalating threat that demands a coordinated response from retailers, consumers, and lawmakers. Its tentacles reach far beyond lost profits, jeopardizing community safety, employment opportunities, and the very fabric of our society. Failure to act swiftly and decisively has dire consequences. Retailers must become proactive, investing in cutting-edge technology, empowering employees, and forging alliances with law enforcement and industry peers. We must push for robust legal frameworks that dismantle ORC networks and deter future perpetrators. This is not just an economic issue; it's a call to action to protect our communities and safeguard our shared future.

By far, the most important thing he mentions involves enforcing the laws and prosecuting the criminals very strongly.

Otherwise, it will lead to locking the items up or the closing of the shops.

https://nypost.com/2024/01/04/news/la-mob-of-over-100-looters-takeover-compton-bakery-after-car-smashes-through-front-door/

Getting bolder and more people are complaining and wanting something done.

Who knows how much more the folks will put up with.  Very sad state of affairs.

@Raiders22

 Outrageous....freaking cookies! Their stealing bakery products??? WTF?

In Florida a bakery owner can stand their ground with an automatic & pick off these cockroaches one by one.

@Midnight1

   Well...they did grab some money also.

I think sometimes it is just the 'thrill' of doing it.