This investigator is not just responsible for one great investigation, but is recognized for their consistency in being resourceful, and in the quality and execution of their performance as a whole.  A partner and an innovator, this individual isn't afraid to get their hands dirty in picking up each stone to see what might be underneath, and is more than comfortable in seeking out the answer when a question should arise.

Recognizing that Investigations take teamwork - you can also nominate your retail investigations "team"  for this award category. 

To be eligible for nomination, the Investigator/investigators must currently be, or have been, in the retail loss prevention role for which they are being nominated, for some or all of the calendar year of the nomination, as a retail investigator.  Individuals must be nominated by someone other than themselves.

For the purpose of recognizing a specific investigation, please consider nominating in the Investigation of the Year category.  To nominate outstanding Law Enforcement investigation partners, please consider nominating in the Law Enforcement Partner of the Year category. 

Here's what people are saying about these great investigators:
Nordstrom ORC investigation teams consist of six investigators; Tricia Adgar, Kyle Knox, Erika Ramirez, Matt Schaefer, Omar Akmal and Riley Fallon. In 2024, this team alone filed 223 criminal cases involving ORC at Nordstrom stores in SoCal. In both years of 2023 and 2024, this team investigated and filed criminal complaints on over 7 million dollars in case value. This team has conducted 105 mobile surveillance and site assessment operations in less than a year's time resulting in numerous criminal cases filed with Police. Finally, this ORC investigation team has recovered over $100,000 in merchandise in the last two years, 2023&2024. The team is heavily partnered with Law Enforcement and one team member is the Vice President of the LAORCA Task Force. As far as partnerships with Law Enforcement, if you talked with police departments from the LA, Orange County and San Diego Markets, you would learn that our investigations and team is highly revered.

Here's what people are saying about this great investigator:
Anthony Pfleger has demonstrated exceptional investigative acumen and leadership in combating organized retail crime. As Regional Manager of Investigations at EssilorLuxottica, he spearheaded a complex, multi-state investigation that led to the dismantling of a sophisticated burglary ring responsible for over $1.2 million in stolen Sunglass Hut merchandise.

A series of burglaries targeted Sunglass Hut locations across the eastern United States. The perpetrators employed a method of cutting through drywall from adjacent stores to bypass security systems. Recognizing patterns reminiscent of prior incidents, Anthony initiated a comprehensive investigation, coordinating efforts with local law enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and the National Leads Center.

A pivotal breakthrough occurred when a UPS store clerk, alerted by a BOLO (Be On the Lookout) notice, identified suspicious shipments linked to a recent Tennessee burglary. This tip provided surveillance footage and a vehicle license plate number, which authorities tracked using FLOCK camera systems. Subsequently, law enforcement intercepted the vehicle near Nashville, recovering $275,000 in stolen sunglasses and crucial evidence connecting the suspects to multiple break-ins.

Anthony's relentless coordination continued as Miami PD and HSI executed a search warrant in South Florida, uncovering an additional 4,000 stolen frames, bringing the total recovery to over $1.2 million. The suspects, now facing federal charges in multiple states, were apprehended with bond amounts exceeding $1 million.

Anthony's ability to connect case elements across jurisdictions, his strategic collaboration with federal and local partners, and his unwavering commitment to justice exemplify investigative excellence. His leadership not only led to the successful takedown of a high-impact retail theft crew but also set a benchmark for future investigations in organized retail crime.

For his outstanding contributions and dedication, Anthony Pfleger is a deserving candidate for the Investigator of the Year award.