A Kansas City woman is facing serious charges after being accused of stealing nearly $67,000 worth of merchandise over a seven-month period. The woman, identified as Marshall, is believed to be part of an organized shoplifting ring that has operated across four counties in Kansas and Missouri. The thefts took place at multiple retail locations, including popular stores such as Ulta Beauty, Nike, Victoria’s Secret, and Bath & Body Works.
The Organized Retail Theft Ring
Marshall and a group of unnamed women allegedly began their shoplifting spree on May 20, 2023, targeting two Northland Ulta Beauty stores. According to charging documents, the group stole more than $6,000 worth of flat irons and fragrances in a single theft. The thefts did not stop there; the group continued to target various retail stores across Kansas City, resulting in multiple thefts over several months.
One of the key incidents occurred in September and October when Marshall and her accomplices stole $6,600 worth of merchandise, including nearly 250 items, in a single theft from Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works in the Zona Rosa area. The scale and frequency of these thefts underscore the seriousness of the charges against Marshall and the broader implications for organized retail theft in the region.
Escalation of Crimes and Arrest
Marshall’s criminal activities escalated as the months passed. In November,
