According to the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, shoplifting claims are up more than 450% since 2018.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Hollywood Beverage off Northeast Sandy Boulevard was busy with customers Sunday afternoon. It’s been open for about 15 years, but business this year is proving to be different from the rest.
“I’m certainly disheartened,” explained Dan Miner, who runs the store. “I’m certainly concerned — particularly with robbery where there’s threats of violence.”
Miner said that his business has been the victim of multiple robberies this year. However, he’s not alone.
According to the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, the state agency
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