12 Arrested During Renton Retail Theft Operation

RENTON, WA — The Renton Police Department's recent "BLITZ" operation targeting retail theft netted a dozen arrests in just a few hours, officials announced Wednesday.

Members of the department's special enforcement team and patrol unit teamed up with loss prevention staff at Target and Lowes, which police said led to 12 arrests and thousands of dollars in stolen goods recovered.

Each suspect faces various charges related to theft. Police said this month's operation was just one in many to come.

"SET will continue to partner with area retailers in an attempt to prevent the on-going problem of organized retail theft in our City," the police department wrote in a social media post. "Many thanks to our community and business partners for their assistance with this endeavor; projects like this are definitely a [collaborative] effort and we look forward to working with you again in the future."