Target has changed the hours of operation in San Francisco to reflect rising crime.The company announced that six stores in San Francisco will be closing at 6 p.m., instead of 10 p.m. because of concerns about their safety and increasing theft.We have been witnessing a dramatic and alarming increase in thefts and security incidents in our San Francisco stores for more than a year, just like reports from other local retailers. Target released a statement on Friday saying that it is working with local law enforcement and elected officials to address our concerns. We have temporarily reduced the hours of operation in six San Francisco locations to ensure safety for our guests, employees, and communities.40% OF SAN FRANCISCO RESIDENTS PLAN to LEAVE DUE QUALITY of LIFE: POLLWalgreens announced that it will close 10 of its stores in the region in March in response to an increase in shoplifting.In June, a shoplifter became viral after he took a bag filled with Walgreens products home and rode out on his bike from the store while a security guard watched."Seventeen Walgreens in the last five years. Almost every Gap retail outlet has gone, CVS under attack," Ahsha Safai, San Francisco Supervisor, said about the crime spike.CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM THE WASHINGTON XAMINERSome crimes are on the rise in San Francisco. Police statistics show that there has been an increase in car burglaries. In 2020, burglaries, car thefts and arson cases soared by a significant amount compared to the previous year, while homicides increased 17%.According to the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce poll, 40% of residents plan to move out of the city within the next few years. 89% of San Franciscans think crime has increased in the city, which is affecting their quality of life.Washington Examiner VideosContinue the storyTags: News San Francisco, Crime Target, BusinessOriginal Author: Andrew Mark MillerOriginal Location: Target closes San Francisco stores in response to thefts and safety concerns
