"Hot" Holiday Items For Local Shoplifters

That number tends to increase by up to 30% during the holidays and retailers are expected to lose over nine-billion dollars from shoplifting this season.

"Unfortunately so many of those costs are passed onto those who are paying for their items," explained Sgt. David.

An estimated 100 dollars is tacked on to each consumer, but what's adding up to that cost may surprise you. 
 

"The quality meats anything from filet mignon to large shrimp and lobsters items like this are often stolen during the holidays," said Sgt. David. 
 

The Dothan Police Department said they also see a large increase of people stealing fine wines and liquors, but thieves aren't stopping in the grocery section.

 
They are also grabbing personal hygiene items such as razors, toothbrushes and more.

"Bath and body sets and fragrance gift sets are hot items," said James Piedra, Northside K-Mart manager.

Axe products are the fifth most stolen item during the holidays and Chanel No. 5 perfume comes in at number two; and topping off the list are big name shoes like Air Jordans.

Retailers are trying to outsmart shoplifters by beefing up their security

"We take extra measures to make sure those things are secured with sensor tags so if they are taken out of the store an alarm will sound and we can get lost prevention involved at that time," said Piedra.

Retailers also said customers play a major role in decreasing shoplifting by being vigilant and reporting suspicious activity.