Target Corporation has announced the closure of nine stores across four states due to a significant increase in theft and organized retail crime, which the company says has impacted safety and profitability. Despite efforts to deter theft, including increased security measures and partnerships with law enforcement, the issues have persisted, leading to these difficult decisions.
Affected Locations
New York City
Harlem: 517 E 117th St.
Impact: 96 Target stores will remain operational in New York City, employing over 20,000 team members.
Seattle
University Way: 4535 University Way NE
Ballard: 1448 NW Market St., Ste. 100
Impact: 22 stores will remain in the Seattle area, with nearly 4,000 employees.
San Francisco/Oakland
San Francisco Folsom: 1690 Folsom St.
Oakland Broadway: 2650 Broadway
Pittsburg: 4301 Century Blvd.
Impact: 32 stores will remain operational, employing over 6,400 team members.
Portland
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