Early Access – Upon request
We’re currently in a closed beta with a small group of early retail partners. Access is offered selectively to store owners who want early visibility into the platform and are willing to share practical feedback that helps us improve it before wider release. If that sounds like you, we’d be glad to have you apply for early access.
Heads up: Your request will need owner approval before access is granted. Go ahead and fill out the form to get started
- Shoplifting rates in major cities like Los Angeles and New York are significantly higher than pre-2020 levels.
- Seasonal spikes occur in November and December, aligning with holiday shopping.
- FBI data shows conflicting trends depending on the reporting system used (SRS vs. NIBRS).
- The report calls for clearer national data standards and better tracking.
Recent data from the Council on Criminal Justice paints a nuanced picture of retail theft in America. While headlines often focus on isolated incidents or viral footage, the broader trends suggest a complex interplay between economic stress, enforcement gaps, and shifting public norms. Shoplifting isn’t just a retail issue—it’s a civic signal. It reflects vulnerabilities in local infrastructure, trust in institutions, and the evolving relationship between public space and private enterprise.
At Sentinel Watch™, we approach these patterns not with alarmism, but with adaptive intelligence. Our platform is designed to surface behavioral signals quietly and ethically—supporting retailers, communities, and policymakers with insight that respects privacy while enabling proactive response. By blending real-time data with human oversight, we aim to illuminate the conditions behind the crime, not just the moment it occurs.
View the CCJ Report
Early Access – Upon request
We’re currently in a closed beta with a small group of early retail partners. Access is offered selectively to store owners who want early visibility into the platform and are willing to share practical feedback that helps us improve it before wider release. If that sounds like you, we’d be glad to have you apply for early access.
Heads up: Your request will need owner approval before access is granted. Go ahead and fill out the form to get started
Early Access – Upon request
We’re currently in a closed beta with a small group of early retail partners. Access is offered selectively to store owners who want early visibility into the platform and are willing to share practical feedback that helps us improve it before wider release. If that sounds like you, we’d be glad to have you apply for early access.
Heads up: Your request will need owner approval before access is granted. Go ahead and fill out the form to get started
Early Access – Upon request
We’re currently in a closed beta with a small group of early retail partners. Access is offered selectively to store owners who want early visibility into the platform and are willing to share practical feedback that helps us improve it before wider release. If that sounds like you, we’d be glad to have you apply for early access.
Heads up: Your request will need owner approval before access is granted. Go ahead and fill out the form to get started
