BOSTON—In a startling incident at the Alo Store inside the Prudential Center, a group of five women allegedly committed a brazen larceny that turned violent when one of the suspects kicked an employee. The shocking event unfolded around 6:26 PM last Saturday, October 18, 2025, revealing a calculated attack by repeat offenders.

According to store employees, the suspects caused chaos as they began selecting clothing items, showing no regard for staff or security. When confronted, one of the women lashed out, striking an employee before all five fled the scene, leaving chaos in their wake. Authorities are actively investigating this alarming act, which has put the spotlight on the ongoing issue of shoplifting in high-profile locations like the Prudential Center.

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Detectives from District D-4 (South End/Back Bay) are now calling on the public for assistance in identifying these alleged criminals. The incident highlights the increasing need for community vigilance in combating shoplifting and related crimes that tarnish the reputation of shopping hotspots across Boston.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Boston Police Department at (617) 343-5619 or call 911 in case of an emergency. Community members wishing to provide information anonymously can reach out via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line by calling 1-800-494-TIPS, texting the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463), or submitting a tip online.