Richmond RCMP Arrest 11, Recover $3,200 in Stolen Products

Richmond RCMP arrested 11 people and recovered approximately $3,200 worth of stolen products during a retail theft operation on Nov. 6, police said. Clothing was the most targeted type of item.

Police said they will recommend charges against eight people following the operation. They also said a charge of failing to comply with a release order will be recommended against one adult. One adult was found to have an outstanding warrant.

Social services referrals were offered to everyone arrested during the operation, according to police.

Police worked with local businesses

The deployment was led by frontline officers, with support from Investigative Support Units. Officers worked with numerous local businesses and retail partners across Richmond, police said.

The operation was the sixth Boost & Bust project conducted in 2026, according to the RCMP. It received support from Community Safety and Targeted Enforcement Program funding.

Richmond RCMP described Boost & Bust as an ongoing initiative involving police, loss prevention personnel, retailers and community partners. It focuses on identifying prolific offenders, recovering stolen property and improving public safety.

Insp. Vaz Kassam, Richmond RCMP’s operations officer, said retail theft has a “significant impact on businesses, employees, and consumers.” He said the initiative allows police to work closely with partners to identify offenders and recover stolen property.

Police are asking anyone who witnesses a theft in progress or has information about retail crime to report it to police.