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Walgreens' Body Cameras Spark Privacy Debate Amid Theft Surge

3/6/2026

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Walgreens has launched a New York City pilot program in which employees wear body cameras to enhance safety.
Shoppers view it as a privacy invasion, and some employees are unsure because Walgreens has not disclosed stores involved.
The move follows a 52% increase in Walgreens inventory loss and a 13% drop in statewide retail theft.
Critics say existing security measures suffice, while privacy advocates oppose biometric surveillance in retail.

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Story summary

Walgreens has launched a New York City pilot program in which employees wear body cameras to enhance safety.
Shoppers view it as a privacy invasion, and some employees are unsure because Walgreens has not disclosed stores involved.
The move follows a 52% increase in Walgreens inventory loss and a 13% drop in statewide retail theft.
Critics say existing security measures suffice, while privacy advocates oppose biometric surveillance in retail.