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Flagship REI In Portland Announces Impending Closure, Citing ‘Crime’ And ‘Safety’ Issues
REI announced on Monday that it will close its flagship store in the Pearl District of Portland, Oregon, due to increasing crime and concern for employee safety per local outlets.
In a statement released to members, the company said that the “safety of our employees, members and customers is always our number one priority,” reported local outlet KPTV.
“In recent years, Portland has been dealing with increased crime in our neighborhood and beyond,” the statement continued. “Last year, REI Portland had its highest number of break-ins and theft in two decades, despite actions to provide extra security.”
Flagship REI In Portland Announces Impending Closure, Citing ‘Crime’ And ‘Safety’ Issues
REI announced on Monday that it will close its flagship store in the Pearl District of Portland, Oregon, due to increasing crime and concern for employee safety per local outlets.
In a statement released to members, the company said that the “safety of our employees, members and customers is always our number one priority,” reported local outlet KPTV.
“In recent years, Portland has been dealing with increased crime in our neighborhood and beyond,” the statement continued. “Last year, REI Portland had its highest number of break-ins and theft in two decades, despite actions to provide extra security.”
Flagship REI In Portland Announces Impending Closure, Citing ‘Crime’ And ‘Safety’ Issues