Overview
- The theft occurred around 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Macy’s women’s department at Sunvalley Mall in Concord, according to police.
- About eight suspects — roughly five males and three females — filled bags with merchandise, mainly cosmetics, and left within minutes without confronting employees.
- Investigators say the group escaped in a stolen vehicle, and the department has vowed to identify those responsible.
- Concord police are treating the case as organized retail theft and say similar blitz-style incidents are happening frequently in the area.
- Police publicly estimated about $5,000 in goods were taken, while a separate report cited at least $10,000 in fragrances; Macy’s emphasized store safety and a guard was posted Monday as police, including the financial crimes unit, investigate and seek tips.