AI Tools for Loss Prevention Specialists
AI tools that help loss prevention specialists investigate theft, screen vendors, monitor for fraud patterns, research criminal activity, and compile incident documentation.
Works in Chat, Cowork and Code
Vendor and contractor compliance screening
Screen new vendors, contractors, and service providers against sanctions lists, PEP databases, adverse media, and global watchlists before onboarding. Catch red flags before they become liability.
No sanctions or PEP matches found. 1 adverse media result from 2022: a BBB complaint about non-payment to subcontractors. No active legal actions. Overall risk: Low. Full report attached.
Store location crime analysis
Pull street-level crime data for any store address to understand the theft and safety risk profile of a location. Support new store risk assessments or justify increased LP staffing to leadership.
Retrieved 847 incidents within 0.5 miles. Shoplifting: 312 incidents (37%), Assault: 198 (23%), Burglary: 89 (11%). Peak times: Friday–Saturday 5–9 PM. This location ranks in the top 15% for retail crime risk citywide.
Organized retail crime research
Stay current on ORC group activity, regional theft patterns, and law enforcement bulletins. Use research to brief store teams and brief on emerging threats before they hit your locations.
Found reports of 2 active ORC groups in the Southeast. Group A known for coordinated smash-and-grabs on high-value cosmetics — 14 confirmed incidents across FL, GA, SC. Law enforcement bulletin from Feb 2026 included. Group B suspected of return fraud schemes targeting national chains.
Subject background research
Research individuals of interest during internal investigations. Find public records, professional history, and online presence to build a fuller picture before interviewing or escalating to law enforcement.
Found public records and social profiles. LinkedIn shows employment gap after alleged termination date. Address history shows 3 prior addresses in TN and MS. No criminal records in public court databases found. Further investigation recommended.
Incident and regulatory news monitoring
Monitor news for theft incidents, regulatory changes, and law enforcement developments relevant to your sector and locations. Stay ahead of trends that affect your LP strategy.
Found 10 recent stories. Top: CA legislature passes ORC bill increasing penalties for coordinated retail theft (March 2026). TX DPS issues new retailer guidance for evidence submission in ORC cases. 3 major chain incidents reported in Houston and LA this week.
New store location risk assessment
Before opening a new location, compile a crime risk profile for the area, research local ORC activity, and benchmark against similar store locations to inform security budget planning.
Crime risk: Medium-low. 284 incidents in the past 12 months within 1 mile — below the Nashville city average. Nearest police precinct is 0.4 miles away (Metro Nashville East Precinct). No active ORC advisories for this area. Recommend standard LP staffing.
Ready-to-use prompts
Screen [vendor name] against sanctions lists, adverse news, and regulatory actions. Provide a risk summary with any red flags.
Show me crime statistics for a 0.5-mile radius around [address]. Break down by theft, burglary, assault, and vandalism. Note peak hours and days.
Research organized retail crime trends targeting [product category] retailers in [region] over the past 6 months. Include any law enforcement bulletins or arrests.
Find public background information on [full name] from [city, state]. Include address history, employment history, and any public court records.
Search for news about retail theft, shoplifting arrests, and organized retail crime in [city or state] from the past 30 days.
Research the crime environment around [address] including theft rate, nearby police stations, and any known ORC activity in the area.
Search for any new retail theft laws, ORC legislation, or law enforcement policy changes affecting retailers in [state] in 2026.
Find licensed commercial security firms near [city] that specialize in retail loss prevention and offer uniformed guards and CCTV monitoring.
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New vendor onboarding screening
Before any new supplier or contractor gets access to stores or systems, run a full compliance screen and adverse media check.
New store security assessment
Before opening a new store, compile a complete security risk profile to inform staffing, equipment, and LP budget decisions.
Internal theft investigation
When investigating a suspected internal theft case, gather public information and compile documentation for HR and legal escalation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What databases does the compliance screening tool search?
Compliance Screening checks against OFAC sanctions lists, UN Security Council lists, EU/UK sanctions, PEP (Politically Exposed Person) databases, global watchlists, and adverse media from thousands of news sources. It covers individuals and entities.
How granular is the crime statistics data?
Crime Stats provides street-level data for the UK, US, and 35+ European countries. For US locations you can search by address or zip code and filter by crime type, date range, and distance radius.
Can I use People Search for internal investigation purposes?
People Search surfaces publicly available information including professional profiles, address history, and public court records. It is intended for legitimate business due diligence. Always follow your company's HR and legal policies and applicable privacy laws when conducting internal investigations.
How current is the news monitoring for ORC activity?
The News tool indexes breaking and recent stories in real time. You can search by keyword, location, and date range to find the most recent law enforcement bulletins, incident reports, and legislative updates relevant to retail crime.
Can I use these tools to build a case file for law enforcement?
These tools can help you compile documented, structured research — crime data, background information, and news records — that can support a case referral. However, you should always work with your legal counsel and follow your company's evidence handling protocols when preparing materials for law enforcement.
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Works in Chat, Cowork and Code