Retailers: Do You Know What Drug Users Want From Your Store?

Retailers:  Do You Know What Drug Users Want From Your Store?

Retailers in Cameron County have contacted the chamber of commerce with questions regarding items that those using illegal drugs may purchase or steal to aide them in the use of the drugs.  “In two cases, the retailers have noticed that items are missing from their shelves,”  says executive director Tina Johns Solak.  Those facts have spearheaded a free seminar to be held at the chamber office. 

Emporium Police Chief Matt Siple confirms he has heard similar stories about silverware and plumbing fixtures stolen from businesses.  Siple will oversee the meeting with retailers on Tuesday February 4 at 6pm at the chamber office.  “Information on how retailers can prevent theft and establishing a line of communication with the police department regarding suspicious activity is the goal of the meeting,” according to Johns Solak.

Anyone wishing more information is asked to contact either the Emporium Police Department or Cameron County Chamber of Commerce office.

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