A coordinated effort between the NYPD and Shomrim volunteers led to the arrest of a shoplifting suspect who had repeatedly targeted local stores.

The suspect, known to frequent the area for shoplifting, returned to a specific store several times, prompting heightened vigilance from local storeowners and Shomrim. When the individual entered the store again, Shomrim volunteers quickly sprang into action.

The first 2 volunteers arrived within seconds, closely monitoring the suspect while providing updates to fellow volunteers.

This vigilance allowed Shomrim to keep the suspect in sight until NYPD officers arrived and made the arrest.