Shoplifters Caught Stealing Over $300 at Meijer in Seven Hills

Two Cleveland women arrested for multiple thefts at the Broadview Road store

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Meijer loss prevention officer in Seven Hills, Ohio called the police on two separate occasions in January to report shoplifting incidents at the Broadview Road store. In both cases, Cleveland women were detained for stealing hundreds of dollars worth of merchandise, with one suspect having been caught stealing from the same store multiple times before.

Why it matters

Retail theft is an ongoing problem that costs businesses billions each year. These incidents highlight the challenges stores face in preventing and apprehending repeat offenders, as well as the importance of effective loss prevention strategies and coordination with local law enforcement.

The details

On January 21st, a Cleveland woman was detained by the Meijer loss prevention officer for stealing over $320 worth of items. It was discovered she had been suspected of shoplifting from the store on three prior occasions. On January 31st, another Cleveland woman was arrested for attempting to steal over $340 worth of merchandise, which she had concealed in reusable shopping bags. This suspect had also been caught stealing from the same Meijer store twice before, with thefts totaling over $120.

  • On January 21, 2026, the shoplifting incident occurred at the Broadview Road Meijer store.
  • On January 31, 2026, the second shoplifting incident occurred at the same Meijer store.

The players

Meijer

A large retail chain that operates grocery and general merchandise stores across the Midwest United States.

Seven Hills Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the shoplifting calls at the Meijer store in Seven Hills, Ohio.

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The takeaway

These incidents underscore the ongoing challenge retailers face in deterring and apprehending serial shoplifters, who can cost businesses significant sums through repeated thefts. Effective loss prevention, security camera monitoring, and strong partnerships with local police are crucial for stores to protect their merchandise and bottom line.