CVS Store in Washington D.C. to Close Amid Teen Theft Epidemic

Rampant theft by a group of teenagers forces CVS store to shut down, with stolen goods allegedly resold by street vendors.

CVS store in Washington D.C.'s Columbia Heights neighborhood is closing on February 29 due to rampant theft by a group of about 45 teenagers.
The teens targeted the store on shipment days, stealing merchandise before it could be placed on the shelves.
Street vendors are allegedly paying people to steal items from the store for resale.
Customers have started shopping at other locations due to the lack of available products in the store.
Robbery reports in the area have increased by 68% in 2023 compared to 2022.